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SUMMARY:Creative Night Graz
DESCRIPTION:“WE ARE OPEN” – creatives from the UNESCO City of Design invite all interested parties to their agencies and studios.\nCREATIVE NIGHT GRAZ offers all visitors a deep insight into the world of creativity and the diversity of the creative industries. Designers open their doors and let visitors take a look inside their studios and agencies. They introduce themselves and their companies\, provide insights into their work and answer visitors’ questions. \nAre you curious and want to take a look at the agency scene? Are you looking for a job or an internship? Join us on a journey of discovery into the world of creativity in the UNESCO City of Design. \nGuided tours will take you to creative studios of your choice. You will learn a lot about the working world of creative people\, what projects they are involved in and who their clients are. Or you can take a relaxed stroll through the agency scene and let yourself drift through the creative course of CREATIVE NIGHT until you end up at a party or two. \nEither way\, everyone is welcome to immerse themselves in the third CREATIVE NIGHT and embark on a journey of discovery into the creative industry.
URL:https://designcities.net/events/creative-night-graz/
CATEGORIES:Creative Night
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SUMMARY:Kaunas Art Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:“Kaunas Art Book Fair” is a value-creating and networking event\, held annually since 2019 in Kaunas\, Lithuania. It focuses exclusively on the culture of art book publishing\, the creation of a new community\, the support of the existing one and the initiation of global trends in Lithuania. The programme of the fair consists of three parts: \n\nan art book fair\neducational/public programme for children and adults\nart book exhibition. “Kaunas Art Book Fair” is organized by Kaunas Photography Gallery and in 2024 will be held for the 6th time.\n\nIn the context of other book (especially commercial) or art fairs\, this fair stands out because it upholds the principle of publishing as an artistic practice and provides an accessible opportunity for emerging artists\, publishers\, booksellers\, designers of all kinds to showcase their latest artistic publications. It is the only professionally organised annual art publication event in the Baltic states. \nThe aim is to create a public that understands the value of an art book and an active community of designers\, artists and publishers. The aim is that art publications should not only be appreciated by a narrow circle of people interested in art and culture\, but that art books should be added to the home libraries of a wider audience\, and that artists and publishers should discover new audiences and broaden their readership. Also\, for the art book to educate and broaden the worldview of the readers\, for the subtleties of book publishing (printing\, binding\, choice of paper\, etc.) to be addressed\, for the community of art book authors and publishers from different disciplines to come together and share their experiences. \nSince 2019\, the fair has developed partnerships with contemporary art bookshop “Six Chairs Books”\, Germany-based publishing house “Steidl”\, National M. K. Ciurlionis Museum of Art\, contemporary art gallery “Meno parkas”\, Vilnius Academy of Arts Kaunas faculty\, Kaunas Vincas Kudirka Public Library\, printing house “Kopa”\, “EU Japan” fund and others. \nThis year\, the organisers want to invite participants from UNESCO Design Cities. We invite you to share art publications published in your city in recent years\, which have been awarded and appreciated\, and which have received attention in the field of design and art. We invite you to be part of the Kaunas Art Book Fair. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nC O N T A C T \nGabrielė Arlauskaitė\n“Kaunas Art Book Fair 2024” Chief Executive Director \nkaunasartbookfair@gmail.com\n  \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \ninstagram
URL:https://designcities.net/events/kaunas-art-book-fair/
CATEGORIES:Faire,Save the Date
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
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SUMMARY:DESIGN REFREAMING GROWTH. The 2024 World Design Cities Conference
DESCRIPTION:Themed as “Design Reframing Growth”\, the 2024 World Design Cities Conference will be unveiled from 27th to 30th September\, at the Shanghai Expo Urban Best Practices Areas. \nThis year’s conference will feature a diverse array of activities\, including an opening ceremony\, exhibitions at both the primary Urban Best Practices Areas venue and overseas\, three key forums including UNESCO Creative Cities Design Forum\, and thematic forums focusing on four industries and five areas of design\, as well as numerous citywide and overseas parallel events. \n\nC O N T A C T \ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn\n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/design-refreaming-growth-the-2024-world-design-cities-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
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SUMMARY:Dundee Design Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Dundee Design Festival have revealed their commitment to creating one of the world’s most sustainable design festivals ahead of the 5th edition of the festival which takes place from 23 – 29 September. \nPartnerships with V&A Dundee and Bard to repurpose exhibition materials\, Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc to power the festival site with a mix of green and sustainable energy sources\, and Ember to provide electric public transport\, are the first stages for the festival which also has a commitment to using no more than 30% of new materials in the festival build. \n  \n \n  \nDundee Design Festival 2024 (DDF 24) will celebrate the city’s 10th anniversary as a UNESCO City of Design by working with local and international partners to present an ambitious and optimistic programme of design-centered exhibitions\, events and projects. Dundee was the first and remains the UK’s only UNESCO City of Design\, one of a global network of 49 cities around the world. This status recognises the city’s diverse contributions to design in fields including comics\, textiles\, medical innovation and video games. In addition to hosting public facing design events like the biennial festival\, Dundee is the only city in Scotland to have its own dedicated design museum; V&A Dundee as well as two leading art and design universities and Dundee & Angus College who co-founded the UK’s first Service Design Academy with Open Change. The city has a thriving Creative Industries sector with a variety of design related businesses. \n  \n \n\n  \nSpeaking ahead of the festival Annie Marrs\, Lead Officer at UNESCO City of Design Dundee said: \n“We are surrounded by a strong and successful design community here in Dundee. One of the reasons Dundee was designated a UNESCO City of Design is the city’s commitment to design and innovation driving our commitment to sustainable development. It’s natural for us to want to create one of the world’s most sustainable design festivals and ensure that the best in design is showcased to as many people as possible.  \nOur festival’s Creative Director\,  Dr Stacey Hunter is committed to applying a design process to every element of decision making around what we do and don’t include in the festival. By creating a matrix for decisions around sustainability Stacey has helped us to centre our core values and work towards achieving our sustainability goals. \nThere is lots of great work being done in this field\, but the impact of temporary festivals can be significantly negative on our environment. I believe that DDF 24 can be a case study in how cultural organisations and businesses can collaborate to lower their collective carbon footprint.  \nEverything we do is shaped by the values of the UNESCO Creative Cities mission statement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Whenever we embark on a project\, we ask ourselves ‘What difference will this make?’ and we consider how what we do locally helps to achieve a global impact.”  \n  \n \n\n\nCreative Director and festival curator Dr Stacey Hunter said: \n“We are developing partnerships with a variety of organisations who share our values around sustainability and the value of design. It’s been a really exciting phase for us as we\, as a team\, push ourselves to minimise waste and maximise opportunities. \nAs details have emerged about our amazing site at MSIP and our sustainability goals\, design-centred organisations like V&A Dundee and Bard reached out to us with generous offers of materials and infrastructure. For me as a designer and a curator this is a natural way of doing things in Scotland. We are a tight-knit community and Scotland has always been known around the world for its capacity for frugality! Any kind of waste is something that most people working in design are always keen to eliminate and the partnerships we are developing are symbolic of that urge to be efficient. \nOne of the biggest insights I have taken away from working with designers who are tackling sustainability through all sorts of lenses – from toxicity to circularity – is that sustainability is a journey. Eco-shaming is holding people back from trying to improve and taking risks. It’s important to think about a project holistically and stay flexible. Our decision to hold the festival all under one roof at Scotland’s biggest innovation parc was the first step; underpinning all activities at MSIP is a collaborative approach to achieve the goal of net zero so it’s the perfect environment for us to learn and grow. We are working with designers who are pushing the boundaries of their own practice and through conversations with them about their work we’re able to strengthen our knowledge. \nSpecifically for DDF\, I have been mapping potential materials and manufacturers in Dundee to determine the most viable materials\, in terms of availability\, infrastructure\, and the lowest carbon options for constructing our festival infrastructure. Transforming low value available materials into something beautiful sometimes takes longer but thanks to MSIP I have the longest install period for a show I’ve ever had! Material choices and production will be as sustainable and non-polluting as possible – including designing for deconstruction and onward reuse. That means we will be designing in a way that maximises the possibility for us to reuse our displays at future festivals.” \nAs well as a drive to re-use as much material as possible\, Stacey has developed a materials palette guiding the festival’s overall aesthetic from items which can be borrowed or reused such as breeze-blocks\, Heras fencing\, scrap timber and bricks. All of which will help Dundee Design Festival achieve their sustainability goals of using less than 30% virgin materials. \nSpeaking in more detail about the collaborations and process involved in developing one of the world’s most sustainable design festival\, Creative Director Dr Stacey Hunter also said: \n“The beauty and the challenge at MSIP is the scale of the spaces. We need to use all of the available infrastructure and lighting conditions to our advantage whilst ensuring we have a harmonious and exciting balance of dark and light\, height\, density\, volume\, massing and porosity. \nWe are working with renowned lighting designer Emma Jones to use lighting to demarcate vantage points\, cluster areas and quiet zones which will enhance visitor experience and encourage a sense of anticipation\, hospitality and conviviality. These are all techniques that are regularly employed by interior designers and for me\, they demonstrate how you can design a space with far less consumables like paint\, mdf or acrylic. \nWhen I received the Tartan exhibition infrastructure from V&A Dundee\, I had to reimagine it in a completely new configuration for our festival so that it feels fresh and original. I’m working with an excellent designer and fabricator Louise Forbes – she is great at devising the minimum amount of framework required to add to the structures we have. \nFestivals are the ideal platform to experiment with more sustainable approaches. I feel confident that our visitors will fully support the decisions we are making as a team and will hopefully feel empowered to make more sustainable choices for themselves whether it’s DIY at home or a gardening project.” \nCaroline Grewar\, Director of Programme\, V&A Dundee said: “It was extremely important to us from the outset that the Tartan exhibition infrastructure was designed and built to have a life beyond its initial 9-month run at V&A Dundee. We are delighted that the exhibition materials will now have a second home at this year’s Dundee Design Festival less than 5 miles away from the museum\, and we can support the festival team in achieving their sustainability goals of using less than 30% new materials.” \n\n\n \n  \n  \n\nC O N T A C T\n\nowen@ohreally.co.uk\n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N\n\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/dundee-design-festival-2024-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:MUTATIONS: Where is design heading?
DESCRIPTION:To mark its 50th anniversary\, the École de design of the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is issuing a call for papers for the colloquium MUTATIONS : Où va le design ? (MUTATIONS: Where is Design Heading?)\, to be held in Montreal from September 18 to 20\, 2024. The aim of this event is to explore how design is responding to present day environmental\, social\, and technological mutations\, which innovative practices are being adopted\, and what issues are at stake.  \n  \nAs socially and morally responsible designers\, we must respond to the needs of a world that is up against the wall. The clock of humanity is always striking thirteen. \nVictor Papanek\, Design for the Real World\, 1971  \nIn his manifesto Design for a Real World published some fifty years ago — just as the École de design of UQAM was opening its doors — Victor Papanek was already stressing  the importance of integrating social and environmental concerns into the design process. Since then\, as design evolved beyond its traditional role of primarily producing physical objects\, it has emerged as a powerful force that influences our social interactions\, cultural and economic systems\, as well as our environment. But our times\, faced with monumental challenges — escalating disparities\, erosion of social cohesion\, cultural polarization\,  ongoing crisis of displaced populations\, intensifying climate emergency — are once again prompting us to question the role of design\, at a time when the technological acceleration affecting all spheres of human activity is raising the very question of the discipline’s future. The colloquium MUTATIONS : Où va le design ? offers an opportunity for collective reflection on these issues\, to help shape a more stable and equitable future. \n\nC O N T A C T \nalessandra.amandine@uqam.ca \nlegault.rejean@uqam.ca \n  \nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick her
URL:https://designcities.net/events/save-the-date-mutations-where-is-design-heading/
CATEGORIES:Save the Date
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240928
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SUMMARY:Seoul Design 2024 // Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:Seoul Design 2024 will kick off on October 17 at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul. Already recognized as the city’s premier MICE festival\, this 11th edition stands out with its theme\, “/imagine Tomorrow.” The focus is on predicting and envisioning\, through design\, how artificial intelligence (AI) will transform the future of everyday life. \nUnlike previous years\, which focused on citizen engagement and experiences as a cultural design event\, this year’s Seoul Design marks a shift toward an industry-focused fair\, placing designers and companies at the forefront. With a broad agenda and the latest design products\, Seoul Design 2024 will expand its breadth and depth to evolve from a civic festival focused on public engagement and experience into a city-wide celebration in collaboration with Dongdaemun.\nSeoul Design 2024 offers designers opportunities to work\, while providing companies a platform to promote their products and develop new sales channels. The Young Designer+Corporate Brand Development Program allows emerging designers to gain hands-on experience in product development through collaboration with established companies. The DDP Design Launching Fair connects experienced designers with manufacturing companies\, matching their ideas to enhance product competitiveness. Additionally\, initiatives like the Startup Fostering and Design Capacity Enhancement Project\, the Sustainable Product Service Market Development Project\, and the SME Industrial Design Development Project offer support to design companies at various stages of business growth\, helping them to navigate the market and showcase their products. These platforms will hopefully help designers connect with a wide range of experts and buyers\, enabling them to take the next step forward together. \nOne of the standout exhibitions is Light Architecture by world-renowned media artist Yiyun Kang. A professor of industrial design at KAIST and a collaborator with Google\, NASA\, and BTS\, Kang has presented experiential media exhibitions. At this particular exhibition\, her vision of a future AI architecture that co-evolves with humanity is brought to life through a large-scale installation. The aim to make the audience recognize their responsibility in designing AI\, with the hope that AI will lead to a future filled with joy rather than fear. \nAnother highlight of Seoul Design 2024 is the opening stage performance featuring nævis\, a virtual artist from SM Entertainment. This performance delves into themes of existence beyond gods and humans—a concept that has intrigued humanity since ancient times. \nOn day one\, the theme “AI EFFECTS” will be explored by artist Yiyun Kang\, Director Sohyeong Roh of Art Center Nabi\, and curator Daehyung Lee as they examine the intersection of AI and art. Day two will focus on “The Future of Design Shaped by Generative AI\,” with author Gilyoung Song\, Advisor Sahbeom Byun of Plus X\, and patent attorney Byungjun Bok providing diverse perspectives. The final day\, themed “Trends 2025\,” will feature discussions led by Professor Nando Kim of Seoul National University\, author Seungyeon Cho\, and Director Jukka Savolainen of the AD Museum\, as they share predictions for next year’s design trends and discuss the future direction of the design industry. Beginning with Seoul Design 2024\, the conference program will establish itself as the premier platform for design lectures\, featuring top speakers forecasting future design trends.\n\n\n\nC O N T A C T \n\n\nihbae@seouldesign.or.kr\n\n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/seoul-design-2024-kick-off/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
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SUMMARY:FIADA – INTERNATIONAL CRAFTS\, DESIGN AND ARTS FAIR
DESCRIPTION:After two successful editions\, conceived within the scope of Covilhã as a UNESCO Creative City of Design\, FIADA will return to the city\, taking place at Jardim das Artes between the 5th and the 8th of September\, 2024! \nThe International Crafts\, Design and Artes Fair (FIADA) welcomes dozens of Portuguese Artisans and Craft Production Units registered on the National Crafts Registry platform. The event aims to promote and preserve national crafts\, highlighting artisans and the relevance of Design in the conception\, innovation\, and marketing of their products based on traditional techniques and knowledge that are important to value\, disseminate\, and safeguard. \nThe venue will have dozens of stands and participants\, including artisans and guests from all over the country and abroad\, as well as spaces for workshops\, artistic installations\, live work\, musical entertainment\, restaurants\, and street food. The official program will be announced soon \n\nC O N T A C T\ncovilha.criativa@cm-covilha.pt \n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/fiada-international-crafts-design-and-arts-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240907
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SUMMARY:HATCH Conference - The place where UX & Design Professionals meet
DESCRIPTION:The Hatch Conference 2024\, scheduled for September 4-6 in Berlin\, is shaping up to be an exciting event\, especially for senior UX designers and design leaders.  \nThe agenda is packed with a range of activities that cater to both hands-on learning and deep discussions. Some of the most exciting highlights include: Workshops and Masterclasses (September 4-5): These sessions are designed for in-depth learning on various aspects of strategy\, operations\, and design leadership. Attendees can customize their experience by choosing the sessions that best match their interests. Conference Day (September 6): The main event features multiple tracks with keynotes\, roundtables\, and live podcast recordings. The day promises a blend of insights from industry veterans and emerging voices\, with opportunities for networking and relaxation in dedicated coworking spaces. \nNetworking Opportunities: The conference places a strong emphasis on creating spaces for interaction\, allowing attendees to build connections in a festival-like atmosphere. The focus of the 2024 edition is on the theme “Beyond the Standard\,” exploring innovative ideas and case studies that push the boundaries of design\, especially in the context of AI’s growing influence on the industry. For more detailed information on the sessions and speakers\, you can check the official agenda on their website. HATCH Conference was awarded 100.000 € as part of the Berlin Design Innovation Challlenge earlier this year. \n  \n \n  \n \n\n  \nC O N T A C T \nAlina Rathke \nE: alina.rathke@senweb.berlin.de \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/ux-digital-design-in-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
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SUMMARY:Detroit Month of Design
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit Month of Design returns for its 14th edition September 1-30 I 2024.\nDetroit Month of Design is produced by Design Core Detroit\, an economic development non-profit organization charged with managing the City of Detroit’s UNESCO City of Design designation. The festival was established in 2011 to connect creatives\, introduce them to new markets and consumers\, expose the work of Detroit creatives to global audiences\, and highlight the reason why Detroit is the first and only UNESCO City of Design in the United States. \n  \n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \n  \nC O N T A C T\nKiana Wenzell\nExecutive Director / Director\, Detroit Month of Design \nE: kwenzell@designcore.org
URL:https://designcities.net/events/detroit-month-of-design-3/
CATEGORIES:Design Month
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240720
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SUMMARY:ARTISTIC RESIDENCY IN CERAMICS AND WOOL
DESCRIPTION:The Municipality of Covilhã\, a UNESCO Creative City of Design and member of the Portuguese Association of Cities and Villages of Ceramics (APTCVC)\, hosted an artistic residency that merged ceramics and wool. \nDirected by Patricia José Machado Oliveira\, an artist and professor at the University of Minho\, the residency took place at the Condomínio Associativo da Covilhã (CAC) between July 15th and 19th\, providing an opportunity for twelve participants to explore the application of new techniques in ceramics and\, specifically\, to work on the potential of wool and its relationship with the programmatic axes of Art\, Design\, and Craftsmanship. The residency resulted in unique pieces that were showcased at an exhibition titled “O Fio do Barro” or “The Clay Thread” during the third edition of “FIADA – International Fair of Crafts\, Design\, and Other Arts”\, held at Jardim das Artes (Covilhã) from September 5th to 8th\, 2024. \n  \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n  \n\nC O N T A C T \ncovilha.criativa@cm-covilha.pt\n  \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/artistic-residency-in-ceramics-and-wool/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240628
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SUMMARY:Austrian Design Talks at Schloss Hollenegg
DESCRIPTION:The Austrian Design Talks at Schloss Hollenegg using best-practice examples\, they show what contribution design makes to success\, how the development process works and how companies benefit from design. In the stylish ambience of Schloss Hollenegg\, in the heart of the Styrian Schilcherland\, two days are dedicated to cooperation and exchange between design and business from all over Austria. \n  \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/austrian-design-talks-save-the-date/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240620
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SUMMARY:Clusters meet Regions
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\nTradition reinvented: how clusters lead resilient\, innovative shifts towards a climate-neutral\, digital future \nThis is the 16th workshop of the successful series of events “Clusters meet Regions”. Organised since 2022 in different EU regions\, these events bring together clusters and policymakers of the EU\, national\, regional and local level to learn from each other how to better use clusters to strengthen industrial ecosystems\, to serve national/regional economic development and to liaise with other regions facing similar transition challenges. \nThis event will take place in Styria / Graz. Following the successful tradition across various EU regions\, this event serves as a beacon for cluster-driven economic development\, echoing the region’s commitment to innovation\, sustainability\, and resilience. \nIn partnership with the European Cluster Collaboration Platform on behalf of the European Commission and in collaboration with regional partners\, Styria proudly hosts the forthcoming ‘Clusters Meet Regions’ event in Graz\, Austria\, on the 18 and 19 of June. Anchored in the theme of Tradition Reinvented\, the event aims to explore how clusters can spearhead transformative shifts towards a climate-neutral\, digital future\, aligning with European sustainability goals. \nCONTEXT AND OBJECTIVES\nBuilding upon Styria’s rich industrial heritage and forward-looking policies\, the event delves into the strategic imperatives driving the region’s economic development. With a keen focus on innovation ecosystems and sustainable growth strategies\, Styria’s approach mirrors European directives while carving its unique path towards economic resilience. \nSince the inception of the Styrian Smart Specialisation Strategy\, the region has championed innovation as a catalyst for economic revitalisation. Through strategic alignment with European policies and robust regional collaboration\, Styria has emerged as a trailblazer in sectors ranging from digitalisation to sustainability. \nTARGET GROUPS\nThe ‘Clusters Meet Regions’ event in Graz serves as a melting pot for diverse stakeholders. From cluster managers to policymakers\, industry experts to SMEs\, the event fosters cross-sectoral dialogue and collaboration\, catalysing innovative solutions to pressing challenges. \nRepresenting the epitome of industrial excellence\, Styria’s clusters—ACstyria Mobilitätscluster\, Creative Industries Styria\, Green Tech Valley Cluster\, Holzcluster Steiermark\, Human.technology Styria\, and Silicon Alps Cluster—take centre stage\, showcasing the region’s prowess in innovation and sustainable development. \nDRAFT AGENDA\nThe event’s agenda features a diverse array of activities\, including high-level plenary sessions\, interactive discussions\, pitching sessions and a guided tour of Graz’s innovation hubs. Additionally\, the event celebrates entrepreneurial spirit with company pitches underscoring Styria’s commitment to nurturing emerging talent and fostering innovation. For more details about the programme\, download the Draft Agenda \nREGISTRATION\nJoin us as we embark on a transformative journey towards a climate-neutral\, digital future\, where tradition meets innovation and collaboration paves the way for sustainable economic growth. Registration is now open and available via B2Match. \n  \nRegister Now \n\n  \n  \n\nC O N T A C T \nMichael Liebminger \nmichael.liebminger@sfg.at \n  \nMichael Kerschbaumer \nmichael.kerschbaumer@sfg.at \n  \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/clusters-meet-regions/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T095927Z
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SUMMARY:ASAHIKAWA DESIGN WEEK 2024
DESCRIPTION:It has been 5 years since Asahikawa was first recognized as a City of Design under the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This year\, Asahikawa Design Week will once again be held in the invigorating month of June. Local industries – such as furniture\, crafts\, architecture\, machinery\, metalwork\, food\, and tourism — as well as various design-related organizations\, neighboring municipalities\, and educational and research institutions will take part in this event. By providing participants with opportunities to experience\, think about\, and enjoy the field of design along with the abundant nature of northern Hokkaido\, this event plays an important role in sharing and promoting the spirit of design. Join us in spending 9 days immersed in the world of design! \n  \nread more\n  \n\n  \nC O N T A C T \nadw@adwhokkaido.com\n   \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/asahikawa-design-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:Design Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20240604T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20240604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20240604T111243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T111426Z
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SUMMARY:Shanghai Fashion Customization Week 2024
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Shanghai Fashion Customization Week successfully concluded in the Changning district of Shanghai on May 26. As part of the 2024 Shanghai Global New Products Debut Season\, this fashion week featured top designers and brands. The event presented a visual feast of haute couture works.\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n  \n\nC O N T A C T \ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn\n\n\n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/shanghai-fashion-customization-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20240414T100544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T114234Z
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SUMMARY:Design Month Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Our world is in upheaval. Crises and uncertainties dominate. The time for lip service is over. The question is “What now!” – what to do? What is needed now? The what and how of previous answers are not enough. We need a different what\, a new how. We need new and different answers – solutions\, visions and methods that offer a way out. What potential can we offer to counter the dystopias? One thing is clear: Not one discipline alone will “save the world”. It needs the creative power of many – it needs idea generators and implementers in many areas. \nWhat now! How can we use our potential for a good future? \nIn different areas: Mobility\, Food\, Industry 4.0\, Housing & Architecture or Circular Economy & Resources.We are looking for answers and scenarios to questions such as: \n\nMobility – own or use?Which mobility solutions will really move us forward?\nLab meat & co – how can scientific successes reach our bellies?\nWaste as a raw material\, repairing instead of producing – how can we boost the circular economy?\nIndustry & automation – how can industry return to cities?\nModular\, sustainable\, flexible building and living:What kind of architecture and urban design do people need?\nHow can we use AI as an opportunity instead of demonizing it?\n\n  \nA small preview of the extensive program at this year’s Design Month Festival Graz 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/design-month-festival/
CATEGORIES:Save the Date
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240126
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20240108T084340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T084340Z
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SUMMARY:Yuyuan Lantern Show to Shine in Parisian Debut
DESCRIPTION:Yuyuan lanterns were illuminated during the French Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival in Paris\, France\, Dec. 13\, 2023. The exhibition will span 72 days\, covering the Christmas holiday to the Lantern Festival\, which is 15 days after the first day of Chinese New Year. \nYuyuan Garden\, a classical garden complete with Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasty-style buildings in downtown Shanghai\, has been holding the most popular lantern shows annually in Shanghai for the past 28 years. The Yuyuan Garden Lantern Show will be part of the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France in 2024\, which is also the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism. \n  \nhttps://www.designcities.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/French-Yuyuan-Garden-Lantern-Festival.mp4\n  \n\nC O N T A C T \ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn\n\n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/yuyuan-lantern-show-to-shine-in-parisian-debut/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20240123T191557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T191557Z
UID:9741-1702166400-1708127999@designcities.net
SUMMARY:Jump Beyond Realms:  The Red Dot Design Concept Award Exhibition Returned to Shanghai
DESCRIPTION:The Red Dot Design Concept Award is now on display at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center for two months. After many years\, it returns to Shanghai with the theme of Jump Beyond Realms. As the global debut on a large scale\, the exhibition presents more than 250 pieces including classic and latest award-winning works showcasing innovation and creativity in the field of design.\n\n\n      \n\n\n\n\n\n\nC O N T A C T\n\ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn\n\n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/jump-beyond-realms-the-red-dot-design-concept-award-exhibition-returned-to-shanghai/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231127
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230821T065911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T091502Z
UID:9418-1700092800-1701043199@designcities.net
SUMMARY:BILBAO BIZKAIA DESIGN WEEK'23
DESCRIPTION:Are ecosystems designed and organized or do we let life unfold? How do we balance catering to what is emerging and what is planned? What is the role of the users and how can they get involved? \nThe BBDW (Bilbao Bizkaia Design Week) is the reference event in Euskadi around the design world. It is promoted by the Bilbao City Council and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia\, in collaboration with EIDE – Basque Design Association. \nBBDW is spending the biennium 2022-23 listening to and articulating the ECO-SYSTEM of design in Bilbao-Bizkaia. The 2022 edition focused on ECO\, on paying attention to the resonance of stakeholders’ voices and practices BBDW23 is now focusing on the idea of SYSTEM and proposes an exercise in strategic design and ecosystemic articulation\, a search for patterns\, adaptive action\, connections\, tensions\, and generative relationships. \n  \n\nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/bilbao-bizkaia-design-week23/
CATEGORIES:Design Week
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20231108T095101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T091536Z
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SUMMARY:Covilhã Creative Week
DESCRIPTION:The second edition of Covilhã Creative Week will take place from 8th and 14th November and is one of the main milestones in the municipal cultural agenda for 2023 and in the Action Plan for Covilhã\, UNESCO Creative City of Design. \nThe highlight will be EntreTecido\, and exhibition curated by one of the Covilhã’s designers Vasco Pinho. The exhibition intends to highlight the work of designers and artists from the region: Ana Paula Almeida\, Ana Rita Albuquerque\, Diogo Fernandes\, Fátima Nina\, Filipe Carriço\, Gonçalo Duarte\, Jorge Mendes\, Luís da Cruz\, Patrícia Casteleiro and Telmo Martins. \nThe program is diverse and open to the community\, focusing on activities directed towards participatory design\, aiming at the improvement of urban planning and involving the local community in identifying problems and needs\, promoting a more creative and sustainable regeneration. \n  \n\nC O N T A C T \nRegina Alexandre \nregina.alexandre@cm-covilha.pt \n  \nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \ncreativeweek.covilhacriativa.com \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/covilha-creative-week/
CATEGORIES:Design Week
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231031
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230823T083916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T085830Z
UID:9469-1698451200-1698710399@designcities.net
SUMMARY:Street Design Challenge 2023
DESCRIPTION:A two-day competition for university students to share their vision of how public space design can improve the quality of life in communities. \nThe Street Design Challenge is inspired by the need for climate action and is a call for UNESCO Creative Cities to participate in its third edition. The theme for this year is “Tactical Urbanism to Reduce Heat Islands in Cities\,” addressing the environmental phenomenon of higher temperatures in urban areas compared to surrounding rural landscapes. \nStarting on 29th October 2023\, interdisciplinary groups of university students will collaborate on developing proposals to mitigate heat islands in foreign city streets. Each team will be paired with a street from another participating city and will receive an in-depth briefing from a local expert. \nCities are invited to join by providing a street profile and engaging with local universities. For more details about the challenge and to register\, visit the website below and download the Concept Note. \n  \n\nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \n  \nC O N T A C T \nWuhan – Cindy Lee – wuhan_design@yeah.net \nCuritiba – Guilherme Zuchetti – gzuchetti@curitiba.pr.gov.br \nQuerétaro – Ana Eugenia – hola@queretarocreativo.mx
URL:https://designcities.net/events/street-design-challenge-2023/
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230926T082604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T085851Z
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SUMMARY:The World Design Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The World Design Assembly (WDA) is presented by World Design Organization every two years. It will be held in Tokyo in October 2023\, the first time it returns to Japan in 34 years\, having previously been held in Kyoto in 1973 and Nagoya in 1989. \n\n\n\nAbout World Design Organization (WDO)® \n\n\nWorld Design Organization (WDO)® is a globally recognized non-governmental organization that aims to promote and advance the discipline of industrial design and its power to enhance economic\, social\, cultural and environmental quality of life. Founded in 1957\, WDO services over 190 member organizations around the world\, engaging thousands of individual designers through our innovative programming and initiatives that champion ‘design for a better world’. \n\n\nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \n\nclick here \n  \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/the-world-design-assembly/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20231023T075625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T092450Z
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SUMMARY:2023 UNESCO Creative Cities Network Forum
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/2023-unesco-creative-cities-network-forum/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20231010T074324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T085927Z
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SUMMARY:World Design Assembly Tokyo 2023
DESCRIPTION:Conference for thinking about the future of Japan’s design cities\nAsahikawa\, Kobe\, and Nagoya have been Design Cities as part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)\, and are jointly organizing the “往来(ourai)｜Correspondence” conference to be held on October 26\, 2023. This conference will welcome a variety of guests who focus on design\, and it will include a keynote lecture themed around civic pride by Kaori Ito of the Tokyo University of Science and a talk session about the possibilities and future of design cities through the UCCN. \nThe three organizing cities will use this event as an opportunity to launch the UNESCO Cities of Design Conference and strengthen exchanges and collaborations between Design Cities in Japan. \n\nC O N T A C T \nEriko ESAKA\nProgram director/ Focal point \nNagoya\, UNESCO City of Design Organizing Committee\nEmail: esaka@creative-nagoya.jp \n  \nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \n  \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/world-design-assembly-tokyo-2023/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231106
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230926T110039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T085943Z
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SUMMARY:WONDER FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Everyone WONDER!\n\n\n\n\n\nWONDER 2023 will take place from Thursday 19 October to Sunday 5 November 2023\, from Tuesday to Sunday each time. \nThe festival takes a look at the future with innovative ideas from designers\, artists\, entrepreneurs\, students\, citizens… And we want to see that translated into your proposal.We focus on these creative fields: design\, arts\, film\, music and literature. Here\, optimism and positivism are central. We believe that creative minds come up with solutions to our societal challenges and want to convey this faith in the future to our visitors and thereby inspire and enthuse them. \nAnyone can submit a proposal for WONDER: both as an individual\, student\, organisation\, company\, or school\, … both from Belgium and internationally. This can be about a project\, exhibition\, installation\, event\, workshop\, activity\, etc. \nIdeas that are still looking for a connection with other partners can also be submitted. We encourage cooperation between different parties. \nWe aim for a mainly free programme (although events and workshops can be offered for a fee). \nThe Budafabriek will again be the main location\, but we wish to include several other venues in the city centre. If you wish to participate with a location\, you are responsible for that location as well as its permanence. If you do not yet have a location\, this can also be specified in the registration form and we will look for your ideal spot. \nWONDER addresses a very broad target group: from secondary and higher education classes to architects and designers\, from companies to policy-makers\, families and interested citizens. \n\n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/wonder-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230927T093531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T085755Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Week Austria
DESCRIPTION:The CREATIVE WEEK AUSTRIA aims to highlight the dimension and diversity of the creative industries – to make services and services of the creative sector accessible to a broad public and to focus on the relevance and importance of creativity for the dynamic development of the business location. From October 6 – 15\, the broad spectrum of Austria’s creative industries will be brought before the curtain in all its diversity and made visible through various formats such as Creative Nights\, workshops and lectures. The main actors and protagonists are the agencies and their employees\, the studios and ateliers\, the co-working spaces\, the laboratories of creativity – in other words\, all companies and service providers in the creative sector\, which accounts for 11 percent of all companies in Austria. \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/creative-week-austria-2/
CATEGORIES:Creative Week
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230926T093319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T091549Z
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SUMMARY:Kaunas Art Book Faire
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 5th “Kaunas Art Book Fair”. In a landscape where the involvement of Lithuanian artists in international art book fairs has become commonplace\, the Kaunas Art Book Fair aspires to carve out a distinct identity for Kaunas and Lithuania on the global publishing map. Organized by the Kaunas Photo Gallery\, our mission is to invigorate the city’s realm of art publishing and provoke contemplation on the essence and worth of the art book. The Kaunas Art Book Fair is free\, inclusive event\, accessible to all\, and is scheduled to take place at the Kaunas Gallery on October 7-8.\nThis year\, we will represent over 19 publishers\, artists\, and bookstores\, each showcasing their unique publications. Additionally\, organisers are excited to offer a range of engaging activities\, including creative workshops for children\, book presentations\, enlightening lectures\, and captivating film screenings. The central theme of this year’s fair revolves around the art of illustration and the creative endeavors of contemporary illustrators. \nThe fair encompasses a multifaceted approach that delves into and dissects the intricacies of the publishing process. We extend a warm invitation to publishers\, artists\, collectors\, bookshops\, and other innovative initiatives\, both from Lithuania and abroad\, to present and distribute their publications at our event. Throughout the fair\, visitors can immerse themselves in diverse book exhibitions\, attend enlightening lectures\, witness engaging presentations\, participate in book signing sessions\, engage in stimulating discussions\, and partake in hands-on workshops focused on the craft of bookmaking. By providing a platform for connection and discourse over the course of these two days\, the Kaunas Art Book Fair endeavors to nurture a sense of community among avid art book enthusiasts and publishers alike. \nThe idea of the “Kaunas Art Book Fair” is filled by a series of keywords: art albums\, photo books\, zines\, journals\, catalogues\, limited editions\, independent publishing and autonomy\, the freedom to experiment and create\, paper and print craftsmanship\, and the exploration of margins and peripheries in the realm of publishing. \n  \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				© Andrius Staniulis\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				© Andrius Staniulis\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				© Andrius Staniulis\n				\n		\n\n\nC O N T A C T \n\nkaunasartbookfair@gmail.com  \n  \n\nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N\n\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/kaunas-art-book-faire/
CATEGORIES:Faire
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230829T092538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T123412Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Night Graz
DESCRIPTION:Various studios and agencies took part in the event\, introducing themselves and their companies\, sharing details about their work\, and addressing the queries of the attendees. The event welcomed anyone\, including schoolchildren\, students\, job seekers\, aspiring partners\, clients\, or individuals who were simply curious\, to come and discover the creative industries while also networking with business owners.Interested parties had the opportunity to take part in several guided tours\, during which they visited various creative studios either on foot\, by bike or by shuttle bus. In the process\, they gained exciting insights into the working world of creative professionals and learned more about their projects and clients.
URL:https://designcities.net/events/creative-night/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231003
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20230919T103124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T102409Z
UID:9518-1695686400-1696291199@designcities.net
SUMMARY:DESIGN\, BEYOND CREATIVITY
DESCRIPTION:Shanghai joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2010 as a “design city”. In the new stage of development\, Shanghai is comprehensively promoting design empowerment for high-quality economic development\, high-quality life of citizens and high-performance governance to reach a sustainable city. \nWorld Design Cities Conference 2023 will be held from September 26th to October 2nd\, themed as DESIGN BEYOND CREATIVITY. It includes hundreds of activities as opening ceremonies\, the UNESCO Creative Cities Summit\, exhibitions\, new design products\, releases\, fashion shows\, seminars\, and workshops across the whole city. \n \n\n  \nC O N T A C T\ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn \n\nF U R T H E R   I N F O R M A T I O N\nclick here
URL:https://designcities.net/events/design-beyond-creativity/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTSTAMP:20260617T110203
CREATED:20231018T092721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T092754Z
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SUMMARY:Design Our Future Cities: 2023 UNESCO Creative Cities //  Design Summit
DESCRIPTION:In order to further deepen and strengthen the collaborations among the UNESCO Cities of Design and with the support of the Secretariat of UNESCO Creative Cities Network\, the 2023 UNESCO Creative Cities Design Summit themed as Design Our Future Cities was successfully held on Sept 26th during the 2023 World Design Cities Conference. \nNearly a hundred participants representing more than 30 creative cities participated in the Summit sharing best practices and initiatives to explore solutions to the critical challenges the cities are facing. \nMs. Denise Bax\, Chief of Communication for the Cities and Events Unit at UNESCO and Secretary of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network\, delivered a keynote speech titled The Road Ahead: “UNESCO Creative Cities” Development. In her speech\, she shed light on the evolution of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network and its role in guiding the continued progress of creative city development. \n  \n \n  \nMayors from creative cities\, such as Bilbao\, Spain; Bangkok\, Thailand; Asahikawa\, Japan; Braga\, Portugal; Graz\, Austria; and Turin\, Italy\, delivered a video speech\, conveyed their warm congratulations and shared the vision and insights for designing a future city. \n  \n \n  \nRepresentatives from Berlin\, Doha\, Asahikawa\, Bandung\, Bangkok\, Cetinje\, and Chiang Rai had presentations on the best practices and significant initiatives from different perspectives covering a broad spectrum of design insights\, including interdisciplinary collaboration\, a focus on the younger generation\, co-creation\, and shared language\, linking elements\, fostering resilience and regeneration\, reflecting on history\, and looking toward the future. \n  \n \n  \n \n  \nThe “Shanghai Evaluation Index System for Design-Innovation City” was launched during the summit\, which comprised seven primary indicators\, 21 secondary indicators\, and 80 tertiary indicators. This index system creates a fundamental framework for urban innovation driven by design in the context of the new era. \nThe 2023 UNESCO Creative Cities Design Summit is one of the important\, platforms of UNESCO Creative Cities Network for promoting international exchange and collaborations among creative cities by sharing ideas\, visions\, and experiences on common topics globally.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nC O N T A C T\n\ninfo@creativecity-sh.cn\n\n\nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nclick here \n\n  \n 
URL:https://designcities.net/events/design-our-future-cities-2023-unesco-creative-cities-design-summit/
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SUMMARY:World Tourism Event // An Exhibition For World Heritage Sites
DESCRIPTION:In 2023\, Torino will host the 14th edition of the World Tourism Event. An Exhibition for World Heritage Sites. It’s a new edition\, keeping with the traditional exhibition space for the World Heritage Sites and the b2b workshop reserved for Italian and International professionals. \nOn September 23\, at 11.30 (CEST time)\, the Unesco Creative Cities of Torino (Design)\, Alba (Gastronomy)\, Biella (Crafts and Folk Arts) describe their UNESCO Tourist Project. The Torino project is Torino. Dire Fare Vedere Design (Torino. to tell to make to see design) based on design methodology to involve citizens and the design community in the process. \n\nC O N T A C T \nFiorenza Cora\nfiorenza.cora@comune.torino.it \n  \nF U R T H E R  I N F O R M A T I O N \nhttps://www.wtevent.it/en/ \nhttps://www.torinodesigncity.it/ \nFacebook live on www.facebook.com/wtu.event/
URL:https://designcities.net/events/world-tourism-event-an-exhibition-for-world-heritage-sites/
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