In line with this year’s slogan, the opening exhibition of Budapest Design Week is primarily intended to offer an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises launched after the regime change to introduce themselves. The majority of the presented projects involve products already manufactured or easily suited for serial production with little further development; moreover, some exciting experimental concepts are also flashed to evoke thoughts in visitors.

The projects curated for the exhibition were inspired by the rich mineral resources, diverse flora, rivers and excellent mineral waters, as well as the mineral-rich soil that sustains industrial crop growth in the Carpathian Basin – this being the starting point (or the start line, if you like), which is available to anyone, and which is a unique and unmistakeable feature in Hungary. The exhibition presents artworks that, even if implicitly, direct attention to the values of natural resources, through their use of material and the symbolism of working it: putting sustainability into the focus, they wish to use the means of design to raise users’ awareness of the value of natural resources around us, as well as their own responsibility as designers and consumers in preserving and passing them on.

Expert: Andor Wesselényi-Garay
Curator: Hungarian Design Council / Budapest Design Week project team

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HUNGARIAN DESIGN AWARD 2017

Following a tradition, an award ceremony will be held also this year to present the best of last year in the Hungarian design scene. The grant that has represented the most prestigious recognition in the profession for almost 40 years, along with the annual award announced by the Minister of National Economy, primarily aims to call market actors’ attention to the competitive potential offered by the creative industry, and to present the outstanding achievements of national innovation to a broader audience. As the notion of design keeps changing and is gathers complexity, the event offers a comprehensive overview of the trends representing the present and projecting the future of the design scene. Similarly to the previous years, the panel awarded products that represent a high added design value, are innovative, competitive, and meet international expectations, in addition to becoming an indispensable part of our everyday environment.

DESIGN MANAGEMENT AWARD 2017

The strategic application of design today is proved to increase competitiveness and is regarded by market actors as a profitable investment. The Hungarian Design Council founded the Design Management Award as a means to recognise the organisations that set an example by using the inventory of design and design-minded thinking, which has become an integral part of their operations also at the level of decision-making processes. This recognition may motivate organisations and institutions by showcasing good practices, while offering an exciting glimpse into the secrets of corporate success to those interested. In addition to the four awarded companies, four other organisations that have received certificates of recognition are also presented at the exhibition.

Admission to the award ceremony: on presentation of an invitation.
Organised by the Hungarian Design Award

You have thought up a brilliant idea but lack funding? You have started off from your own resources, and want to proceed? Are you looking for a second-stage investor? Attend our event where you can meet investors and obtain capital for your startup project, or even for developing your brand that has been on the market for years. Our forum will provide answers to which fields startups need to develop in, why focusing is a crucial, what potentials foreign market validation holds, and you may also learn the way to succeed through examples of successful investments. At the end of the day, you will be provided an opportunity to consult investors, business angels and consultants in person, subject to prior registration.

The event is organised by Digitális Jólét Nonprofit Kft. in cooperation with Hungarian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association.

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The programs of the Budapest Enterprise Agency focus on the stratups and enterprise development.

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The awards of E2O Competition of Ergonomics Ideas 2017 will be conferred in Sopron and Budapest as part of Budapest Design Week. The competition launched by the Hungarian Ergonomics Society annually recognises students’ product concepts that make our everyday lives easier, more convenient, safer and more efficient, while also helping preserve our health. The event is open to the public.

Clique operates as a classic showroom, but it is way more than that: Clique is a co-operation of creative brands and designers who provide wide range of unique products and services to the audience – such as special offers during Design Week, workshops and fashion shows. Details: facebook.com/cliquebudapest

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Ergonomic design and environmentally conscious approach are in focus of the exhibition and fashion show by the students of Industrial Product Design Engineering at Óbuda University. Function, form and technology are in the center of communicative beginnings. Two events, several topics and inspiring solutions!

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’Summit meeting’ with panorama on the A38 Ship for innovation lover business executives and designers. Case studies and meetup session discussing design thinking as a key tool to business success!

Registration information: hello@superchannel.hu

Details and registration: www.design2business.eventbrite.com

ORGANISED BY SUPER CHANNEL

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Budapest’s newest alternative fashion store presents its novelties at a fashion show. During the week, workshops will also take place: you are welcome to participate at the booklet making session with Amient’s team or the doodad jewellery creation with the designer of Artkores.

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Heinrich Studios opens its doors once again for the public. Workshop participants may experience different techniques – traditional and new ones –, there will be a pop up store, open studios – and an exclusive concert. Details: Facebook.com/HEINRICH.alkotoiszint

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In the Open Handicraft Studio handicraft masters, embroiderers, pearl jewellery, applied felt, felt, lace and basket makers, leatherworkers run workshops and present their contemporary fashion collection in a show. A workshop demonstrates how can we use traditional techniques in the 21. century.

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New Ship on the Danube! The conference sheds light on the collaboration that brought about the new city cruise ship. Design: Csepregi Sándor, Nádas Gergely (SoE), Pelsoproject Kft. Teaching activity: Student projects and the new transport facility-design specialization. Owner: Legenda Kft. Services, functions, design responses, city view. Moderator: Dr. Ernyey Gyula

Registration (max. 60 guests): janos.polyak@skk.nyme.hu

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