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INTRODUCING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS 💥 Professional Team of Romani Design 💥 Romani Design, the world’s first Roma fashion studio and social enterprise, was founded by Erika Varga and Helena Varga. The studio operates at the intersection of contemporary fashion, cultural heritage preservation, artistic practice, and social innovation. Romani Design promotes the visibility of Roma culture and fosters intercultural dialogue. 💥 Erika Varga, fashion designer, goldsmith artist, and artistic director, is the founder and creative visionary of Romani Design. Alongside her artistic practice, Erika has developed long-term educational and mentoring initiatives supporting Roma children, youth, and women through creative workshops, talent development programmes, and scholarship opportunities. 💥 Helena Varga, co-founder and designer of Romani Design, is responsible for the brand’s distinctive handcrafted bags, accessories, jewellery, and textile patterns. In addition to her design practice, Helena is also active as a singer and songwriter, performing traditional Roma ballads, and jazz compositions inspired by Roma musical traditions. Her performances frequently accompany Romani Design fashion shows, exhibitions, and cultural programmes, and she has appeared at numerous international cultural events, including the opening of the Roma Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale. 💥 Lili Kriston is a curator, cultural manager, and scholar based in Budapest. She holds an MA degree in Curatorial Studies and is currently a PhD candidate and full time researcher in Art Theory at Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design. Her doctoral research examines the mechanisms of activist art and socially engaged artistic practices through the case study of Romani Design, with particular attention to the intersections of fashion, cultural heritage, and minority representation. #designuncertain #dhsconference2026


Hey again :) I’m happy to share that our project “NURA“, created together with Paul Feiler, was selected as the winner of the RIMOWA Design Prize 2026! A wearable that translates sign language into spoken speech and spoken language back into readable text. Empowering real-time communication between deaf and hearing people. I’m really honored to have taken part in this event together with all the other finalists and their great projects: Jakob Schlenker, Nicolas Nielsen, Niklas Henning, Tobias Kremer, Yannick Stilgenbauer, John Roller, Tim Kipper and Valerio Sampognaro! A huge thank you to Bastian Fischer and Noelle Kalo for the fantastic guidance and organisation throughout the whole process! Our sincere thanks to RIMOWA, the entire jury, and all those who continue to bring this initiative to life, fostering a truly remarkable platform for young German design. Also, a big personal thank you to our mentor Tim Richter, who really pushed and supported us with his knowledge and expertise throughout the entire journey! And of course to my teammate Paul, without you, this would not have been possible <3 We’re excited to see where the project and our personal journey will go next! :) —— If you want to read more about the projects: https://lnkd.in/d6KMdJYV NURA will be shown as part of the WDC World Design Capital 2026 in Frankfurt Rhein-Main, running from July 3 to August 9. #rimowa #design #rimowadesignprize

WAVES, the first proprietary exhibition by Sanlorenzo Arts, marks a defining moment in our brand’s cultural evolution. Hosted at Casa Sanlorenzo during the La Biennale di Venezia, WAVES reflects a decade-long commitment to the arts, now expressed through an original curatorial voice. More than an exhibition, it affirms a belief: that craftsmanship, design, and cultural vision are inseparable — and that the future of luxury lies in creating meaning, not simply objects. Curated by Sergio Risaliti and Cristiano Seganfreddo, WAVES explores the concept of the wave as a universal force — a metaphor for transformation, energy, and dynamic equilibrium. From the radical spatial explorations of Alexander Calder, Lucio Fontana and Fausto Melotti, to contemporary interventions across architecture, sound, and light, the exhibition unfolds as an immersive dialogue between art, space, and the sea. As Chairman Massimo Perotti notes, the sea is not simply a setting, but a condition — one that shapes both innovation and identity. With WAVES, Sanlorenzo takes a decisive step forward as a cultural protagonist, reinforcing its role as a curator of contemporary creativity and a champion of Italian excellence. Until 28 June 2026. Cristiano Seganfreddo Sergio Risaliti Lissoni & Partners #TomorrowsTimeless #SanlorenzoArts

Our CEO Alec Watt and Co-Founder Stella Gittins attended Frieze New York 2026, joining collectors, galleries, artists and institutions from around the world during one of the most significant weeks in the contemporary art calendar. What stayed with them the most was the conversations surrounding materiality, craftsmanship and cultural identity. As Elle Decoration noted in their round-up, “the art gave people a reason to stop rather than just circulate.” That sentiment felt particularly relevant this year. Across the fair, the strongest presentations invited deeper conversation and a genuine appreciation for materiality and craft. Across the presentations, there was a clear shift towards tactile works, textile practices and sculptural storytelling. It felt reflective of a broader movement within both art and design, one that values meaning, provenance and human connection over spectacle alone. The strength of Latin American representation throughout the fair was particularly compelling, alongside the thoughtful Focus section dedicated to emerging galleries and artists. There was a real sense that institutions and collectors were engaging with work that carries both cultural weight and emotional resonance. "We were drawn to the presentations that encouraged people to slow down and spend time with the work. The booths that stayed with us were the ones that felt thoughtful, layered and quietly confident.” - Stella Beyond the fair itself, New York reminded us why it remains such an important centre for creative exchange. Frieze Week brought together art, design, fashion and architecture in a way that felt interconnected rather than separate, reinforcing how closely these disciplines continue to influence one another. A thoughtful few days spent reconnecting with clients, collaborators and friends, while also reflecting on the role craftsmanship and storytelling continue to play across contemporary culture. We have several projects currently underway across this wonderful city, and look forward to sharing more soon. If you would like to learn more about our services in New York, please visit here: https://lnkd.in/eFmuW4qS #FriezeNewYork2026

PhoebeStyle: Reimagining Chinese Filigree for Today As global cultures become increasingly connected, traditional craftsmanship faces an important question: how can heritage remain meaningful in the modern world? At PhoebeStyle, we believe tradition should not only be preserved—it should continue to evolve. Inspired by the artistry of Chinese filigree craftsmanship, PhoebeStyle is dedicated to reimagining intangible cultural heritage through contemporary design, storytelling, and cultural exchange. By blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetics, we seek to create jewelry and cultural works that connect heritage with contemporary life—making ancient craftsmanship relevant to new generations and global audiences. We also believe culture grows through dialogue. PhoebeStyle actively explores collaborations with museums, universities, artists, and cultural institutions to bring Chinese craftsmanship into broader international conversations. For us, preservation is not about staying unchanged. It is about creating new meaning. Because tradition is not only inherited— it is continually reimagined. — PhoebeStyle Creative editing by: Alina Ziyi Wang

**PRESS KIT CREATED 📰📈 PRESS RELEASE: KICKI ANDERSSON INVEST LTD ANNOUNCES RECORD SALE OF AURELIA SUNSTRIKE TO 5 PRESTIGIOUS FAMILY OFFICES Torremolinos, Spain — 07/05/2026 — Kicki Andersson Invest Ltd is thrilled to announce the sale of its masterpiece, Aurelia Sunstrike, to 5 prominent family offices, solidifying its position as a leader in luxury digital art. KEY HIGHLIGHTS: Aurelia Sunstrike has attracted significant interest from elite collectors and institutions worldwide. 5 prestigious family offices have acquired the artwork, recognizing its value as a rare cultural asset. This sale underscores the growing demand for exclusive digital art pieces among high-net-worth individuals and families. MARKET ANALYSIS: The sale of Aurelia Sunstrike reflects the increasing recognition of digital art as a legitimate and valuable asset class. This trend is driven by the desire for unique, exclusive, and technologically advanced artworks that offer a new dimension of ownership and display.

Lodz turned 'chimney town' into a creative hub. Rebrand done right. Via A Luxury Travel Blog. What can brands learn? https://lnkd.in/g8TaPvWJ

During Lisbon Design Week, brands opened their doors to artists. Hotels hosted exhibitions. Showrooms hosted installations. Stores hosted conversations. And everyone got to feel contemporary and culturally relevant. Because art offers something incredibly valuable: the feeling of change. But change is rarely what gets commissioned. The product stays the same. The strategy stays the same. The org chart stays the same. Brands are inviting artists into their spaces — but not into their products.

I ended up liking Milan during Salone week more than I expected to. Mostly for the people I met, and how we tried to escape the queues together. I had a great time, but I didn’t see as much of the design research I came for. The Rho fair was strong. The city installations, apart from a few great ones, often from smaller brands, were misleading. Many of the brand spaces felt like rooms with very good lighting. Queues out the door, and very little inside that you couldn’t have seen on a phone. The focus wasn’t on process, R&D, or an object that asked anything of you, but on a space designed to be photographed during press days. If a brand has the budget to build an environment for one week, the more interesting question is what it leaves behind. An installation that stays in the city. A piece of research that gets published. A prototype that was cut down. Something that lives longer than the queue. Not every project needs to be a manifesto, but “we built a beautiful photo background” or a rest space that is actually uncomfortable to sit in feels like a thin reason for exhibiting. I’ll come again. It’s still a strong event in a remarkable city.

𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭. CapitalatWork is proud to announce its three-year partnership with the Fondazione Dries Van Noten, an independent cultural initiative founded by Dries Van Noten and Patrick Vangheluwe, inaugurated in Venice on April 25, 2026. Light doesn't change what it touches, it simply makes it impossible to ignore. That is how we think about value: already there, waiting to be seen. We are committed to supporting the transformation of Palazzo Pisani Moretta, a 15th-century palazzo on Venice's Grand Canal, into a home for craftsmanship, artistic dialogue and cultural exchange. A place where heritage meets contemporary creativity. The Fondazione Dries Van Noten opens with the presentation "The Only True Protest Is Beauty", a reminder that lasting value, in art as in wealth, is never built in haste. →https://lnkd.in/eM-FN6mj #CapitalatWork #FondazioneDriesVanNoten #TheArtOfInvesting #LongTermVision #Heritage