Dutch Design Week: A Showcase of Innovation and Creativity
The Dutch Design Week, held annually in Eindhoven, is one of Europe’s largest design events, bringing together over 2,500 designers and attracting international visitors.
This year’s theme, ‘Picture This’, encouraged participants and the public to step out of their comfort zones and explore the world of design from a new perspective.
With over 400 events and exhibitions spanning a variety of themes, Dutch Design Week offers a vast array of experiences for all design enthusiasts.
To help navigate through this overwhelming event, here are ten must-visit venues and exhibitions that showcase the innovation and creativity of Dutch design:
- The People’s Pavilion: A free exhibition space made entirely from recycled materials, showcasing the mesmerizing architecture and hosting seminars and presentations.
- Piet Hein Eek Studio: A concept store and exhibition space featuring contemporary Dutch design, with a focus on sustainability.
- Kazerne Restaurant and Gallery: This space offers a unique fusion of art, design, and gastronomy, with an exhibition by Maarten Baas.
- Van Abbe Museum: One of Europe’s top contemporary art museums, featuring an exhibition by the Design Academy Eindhoven.
- AtelierNL: A design studio with a unique project mapping the world using sand sent from around the globe.
- Yksi Expo: An expo showcasing innovative designs related to the event’s annual theme.
- Design Academy Eindhoven – Graduate Show: A showcase of final projects by talented young designers, offering inspiring insights.
- VPRO Media Lab: A warehouse turned exhibition space featuring innovative exhibitions on media and design.
- Modebelofte: An area dedicated to the intersection of fashion, design, and technology.
- Sectie-C: An artist studio complex opens its doors during Dutch Design Week, allowing visitors to experience the works of artists and designers.
These venues and exhibitions represent the diverse and unconventional nature of Dutch design, reflecting a rich history rooted in problem-solving and functionality.
The Dutch Design Week is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of design and experience the cutting-edge ideas that shape our future.
