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Confessions of a Designer: ICoD’s First Regional Meeting in Balkan Europe

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For the first time, the International Council of Design (ICoD) brings its Regional Meeting to Balkan Europe, opening up a focused discussion on how design decisions are formed, who shapes them, and what defines their impact. Hosted within the European Design Festival 2026 in Sofia, the meeting introduces a structured framework for examining decision-making in … Confessions of a Designer: ICoD’s First Regional Meeting in Balkan Europe

The SHAPESHIFT Festival explores “The Human Algorithm.”

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From 24–26 April 2026, the international festival SHAPESHIFT returns to Toplocentrala Cultural Centre in Sofia for its fourth edition, bringing together designers, artists, researchers, and technologists to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping creative practice and contemporary culture. Positioned at the intersection of technology, science, and art, SHAPESHIFT has quickly established itself as a platform … The SHAPESHIFT Festival explores “The Human Algorithm.”

Switzerland’s Next Banknote Series by Emphase

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The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has begun developing a new series of banknotes, aiming to ensure that Swiss currency continues to meet the highest standards of functionality, durability and security over the long term. Following a design competition, the SNB selected Concept J, created by Emphase*, a Swiss studio included in the European Design Awards … Switzerland’s Next Banknote Series by Emphase

CLEVER°FRANKE: Where data meets design and emotion

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CLEVER°FRANKE is a studio shaped by systems — yet deeply human in its thinking. Their work doesn’t aim to simplify complexity, but to make it legible, engaging and purposeful. For them, data is not the end but the starting point: a raw material for visual storytelling, emotional resonance and strategic clarity.

Designing Forward: Ethics, dialogue, and the role of ICoD

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A conversation with ICoD President Melike Taşcıoğlu Vaughan on ethics, responsibility, and the evolving role of design institutions in shaping the future.

European Design Festival 2025: Ex-Centric Design

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This June, the European Design Festival arrives in Ljubljana with a clear intent: to shift the lens, to explore what happens when we step away from the centre — conceptually, geographically, and creatively. Under the theme Ex-Centric Design, the Festival offers a packed, city-wide programme where the unconventional becomes the main attraction. Designers, studios, students, … European Design Festival 2025: Ex-Centric Design

Identity: A new book showcasing the legacy of Czech Graphic Design

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Czech graphic design has long been a fusion of artistry and function, shaping both local and global visual culture. From avant-garde typography to striking film posters, its evolution reflects the country’s shifting history, innovation, and creative resilience.

Meet the ED Awards25 Jury: Nassos Kappa (Greece)

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With 20 years of experience in digital product and brand design, Nassos Kappa is a Design Director and UX Consultant dedicated to crafting meaningful and sustainable solutions through simple and beautiful design.As the founder of Bitniks Design Ensemble, he collaborates with creative minds worldwide to shape brands, products, and services that drive positive impact. Beyond … Meet the ED Awards25 Jury: Nassos Kappa (Greece)

Meet the ED Awards 25 Jury: Frederik Storm (Denmark)

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With a strong foundation in visual design, Frederik Storm has built a career specializing in UI and UX design for news media. His work spans both content creation and platform design, shaping how digital audiences engage with news. Currently, Frederik leads a team at DR, Denmark’s national broadcaster, where he oversees daily news production and … Meet the ED Awards 25 Jury: Frederik Storm (Denmark)

Meet the ED Awards 25 Jury: Sara Caldas (Portugal)

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Sara Caldas is a Portuguese product designer based in Barcelona, Spain, with a strong background in UI design, branding, and editorial design. Her multidisciplinary approach to visual communication has shaped a career dedicated to crafting intuitive and engaging digital experiences. Sara began her professional journey as a UI Designer at a multinational technology consultancy, where … Meet the ED Awards 25 Jury: Sara Caldas (Portugal)