DMY INTERNATIONAL DESIGN FESTIVAL 2014 FROM MAY 28 TO JUNE 1

The 12th edition of the DMY International Design Festival will take place from  May 28 – June 1, 2014 in Berlin presenting new features.
As one of the central events of the upcoming Berlin Design Week (May 26  – June 1, 2014), the DMY International Design Festival 2014 will present more than 700 young and established designers in the hangars of former Berlin Tempelhof airport. An exciting cross section of design, research and material sciences by leading universities, designers and renowned studios from all over the world will then meet upon the vibrant Berlin scene. Over the years, the festival has continuously developed, remaining one of the highlights of the Berlin Design Week. This year, the festival will feature new sections such as the first launch of the DMY Market. Furthermore, DMY Berlin will once again host the Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany which is endowed by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy. 

International designers, enterprises and young talents will present their current works, prototypes and material innovations in the hangars of the former airport Berlin Tempelhof. The claim to present innovative and pro- gressive design approaches runs like a golden thread through the whole festival. In doing so, experienced developers, designers and worldwide operating design studios showcase next to the potential stars of tomor- row. Thus, the festival will reflect the current state-of-the-art in the field of design – ranging from architecture, to furniture, product and communica- tion design as well as offering a sneak preview on the trends of tomorrow. On top, open talks and symposia will ensure exchange and  communication between the protagonists and beyond.

 

 

Social Design: Social Design is the leitmotif of a special exhibition organized by the cura- tor Max Borka presenting design drafts and products addressing the con- cept of social design. Within this context, mankind forms the focal point, including issues such as progress, sustainability, and basic human needs seen in the context of its environment. As these projects often address a new, not yet clearly defined target group, providing only little commercial attractiveness, possible marketing and communication strategies are to be discussed in open talks and symposia.