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.
A conversation with ICoD President Melike Taşcıoğlu Vaughan on ethics, responsibility, and the evolving role of design institutions in shaping the future.
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
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.
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)
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)
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)
Goce Mitevski is a designer and engineer from Skopje, North Macedonia with over 18 years of experience in the industry. Goce bridges the gap between visual design and software development by bringing deep understanding and expertise in building state-of-the-art products. He is passionate about User Experience (UX) design, User Interface (UI) design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), … Meet the ED Awards25 Jury: Goce Mitevski (North Macedonia)
Meret Ernst is an art historian, educator, and design professional with a distinguished career in design history and criticism. Based in Zurich, she has dedicated her work to bridging academic research and practical engagement in the field of design. As a Senior Lecturer in Design History and Theory at the FHNW Academy of Art and … Meet the EDAwards25 Jury: Meret Ernst (Switzerland)
Étienne Hervy is a Paris-based curator, writer, and educator whose career is dedicated to advancing the appreciation of graphic design and visual culture. His multifaceted work reflects a deep engagement with the intersections of design, arts, and publishing. As the former art director and curator of the Chaumont Graphic Design Festival, Étienne shaped the festival’s … Meet the ED Awards 25 Jury – Étienne Hervy (France)