MAKE ROOM FOR DESIGN
16.–22. SEPT
The 19th Tallinn Design Festival took place 16–22 Sept 2024 in Krulli Quarter. The topic wa"Make Room for Design". Read more.

Main events 2024

Opening Show of XIX Tallinn Design Festival

XIX Tallinn Design Festival Opening Show „TAKE RUUM, MAKE RUUM, BAKE RUUM: A Journey of Transformation"

The idea of the opening show is inspired by an empty historical space, where room is made for the new. Old memories are cleansed and aired. New ones are created. In this space, imagination will soon take flight. 

One way or another, memories and history have to be chewed through and accepted - face to face with abandonment, desolation and dampness. Then the space can be taken over, the excess cleared away and new seeds planted. Let the space mature. Heat up all the potential with imagination and fantasy. TAKE SPACE, MAKE SPACE, BAKE SPACE - the sort of logical journey towards change. As long as something is happening. The room will be crowded again. Life starts to simmer. 

The choreographed lingo of the opening is deeply intertwined with the atmosphere of the building and the sense that the revival of old places is part of the life circle and itself a continuous mill. A living ventilation. Life can be recreated as we dream it. We create space here, we make space here. From empty we create full. And we have hope, if we don't interrupt the crop circle of new ideas. A performance will be given by the musician EiK with the composer boipepperon, and the dance artist Maria Solei Järvet with her poetic vision in the choreography.

 

Performance, music and lyrics: EiK

Performance and dance artist: Maria Solei Järvet Composer: boipepperoni

Director and concept: Andri Luup

Lightning artist: Helvin Kaljula

Producer: Indrek Leht




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International Design Forum "Design Empowering Spaces"

Design Forum schedule

09:30 / Gathering with coffee

PART I

10:00 / Introduction

Ilona Gurjanova (EST)

Founder and Main Organiser of the Tallinn Design Festival / President of Estonian Association of Designers / Designer / Curator


10:15 / Design for Life

Cameron Sinclair (USA)

Adjunct Professor at the University of Buffalo / Social innovation at Airbnb / Recipient of the TED Prize & the National Design Award


10:50 / Design for Humanity - A Designer’s Manifesto

Stephan Clambaneva (USA)

Managing Director at PARK / Executive Board Member at Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) / Design Leadership Academy


11:20 / Feral Design

Spyros Bofylatos (GRE)

Research & Admissions Tutor in the Royal College of Art Design Products MA / Executive Director of the European Academy of Design


11:40 / Pollino: Bridging Disciplines for More-than-Human Placemaking

Kitti Butter (HUN)

Research Assistant at the Innovation Center of Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) in Budapest

12:00 / Lunch



PART II

13:00 / EU project 'SMOTIES - Creative Works for Small and Remote Places' introduction

Annalinda De Rosa (Politecnico di Milano, SMOTIES
coordinator)


13:20 / Publication "Remote Places, Public Spaces" introduction

By author Michael Dumiak (Lobstermedia)


13:40 / Austria, Oberzeiring 

Anke Strittmatter (FH JOANNEUM)


13:50 / UK, Penmachno 

Josie King (Clear Village)


14:00 / France, La Vallée du Dorlay & Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez 

Costanza Matteucci & Monika Olszak (Cité du Design)


14:10 / Slovenia, Polhograjski Dolomiti Landscape Park 

Matej Nikšič (Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of Slovenia)


14:20 / Iceland, Borgarnes 

Astrid Lelarge (Alternance slf)


14:30 / Italy, Albugnano 

Paola Russo (Politecnico di Milano)


14:40 / Portugal, Estreito da Calheta 

Susana Gonzaga (Universidade da Madeira)


14:50 / Greece, Apano Meria 

Kiproula Bartzoka (University of the Aegean)


15:00 / Poland, Bobrek 

Magdalena Chorąży-Suchy (Zamek Cieszyn)


15:10 / Estonia, Joaveski 

Kevin Loigu (Estonian Association of Designers)



PART III

15:20 / Panel

led by Frank van Hasselt, joined by Indrek Hääl, CEO of Krulli Quarter

16:00 / End of Design Forum

16:05 / Design forum mixer — unwind and network in the Extery Urban Furniture outdoor area with a bit of the bubbly.




DOM – DESIGN IS IN FASHION

It's not just a fashion show, it's a spectacle!

At DOM we present modern clothing design that fits our sense of style also tomorrow, and that deals with the questions of the day after tomorrow. Could design be fashionable – and for more than one season? When it comes to design, you can be sure that the value will remain even after years.


DOM is a performance dedicated to clothing design. A variety of ambitious designers from Estonia will be presented. The concepts of brands unfold through a location-specific experience, an inspiring and entertaining one-time event.


Creative director: Piret Mägi

Co-organizer: Kristin Kivimäe

Back-stage coordinator: Anne Rinne

Staging: Anni Zupping

Lighting artist: Karolin Tamm

Sound artist: Rando Arand

Visual artist: Maria Elisaveta Roosalu

Videos: Getter Raiend

Assistant: Monica Mustjõgi

 

Hair by: KEVIN.MURPHY & RandRilu salong 

Make-up by: Karaja

Welcome drinks by HAAGE & Mionetto


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Vilve Unt

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SHIRTS AND SKIRTS... IN THE OUTSKIRTS

For years the designer Vilve Unt has observed the dressing habits of the older generation in the street scenes of small towns and villages, especially during more festive occasions. It's fascinating to discover how the best clothes are taken out from the wardrobe, or chest of drawers, and how they are combined. These ladies are an inexhaustible source of inspiration.

In the interest of sustainability and also drawing inspiration from ethnography, some high quality garments from previous collections have been put in use for this new fashion collection.


Vilve Unt would like to thank:
Estonian Association of Designers
Instrumentarium Eesti
Vivian Vau
Models: Helina Menning, Häli Piirsoo, Johanna Unt, Kätlin Kaljuvee, Mirtel Pohla, Ulvi Kangru, Ulvi Siik
Special thanks: Saima Reedi, Sirje Tuvikene, Ulvi Kangru, Vivian Unt






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moomoo

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moomoo is a cycling and xc-ski clothing brand founded in 2013 by the recognised cyclist Allan Oras. Its mission is to give cycling and ski clubs transparency of production and providing the best outfit for the maximum performance.

Aside from in-house design the participation of professional athletes in the product development phase has become an indispensable contribution. Functional world-class fabrics, Estonian design and crafting skills come together in a product that lasts and connects people who love to exercise. The reliability has expanded moomoo's reputation both in Estonia and abroad.


moomoo would like to thank:
The entire moomoo team
moomoo models
Allan and Kristi Oras
moomoo's long-time friends



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Matrix Protect  

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Matrix Protect is a brand dedicated to the manufacturing and design of high-quality military and medical equipment for the defense forces of both Estonia and the Nordic countries. A new perspective on tactical gear is provided as practical function meets uncompromising quality.

For the brand design is a process, not a goal. Product development is continuously carried out in collaboration with users – whether they are representatives of security forces, or medical professionals.

The items are made of the best materials with engineering precision, and thoughtful attention to the details.


Matrix Protect would like to thank:
Alar Sikk
Lahingurada OÜ
Matrixpro OÜ
Eerin
Samelin
Reet Aus
Designers: Diana Haak, Ruth Zeiger, Jane Ratnik
Eduard Parts
Indrek Langebraun
Meelik Kiik
Piret Mägi and DOM team





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Anna Viik

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TAILORED SESSION

The days of the designer Anna Viik are divided between individual orders and on versatile textile projects thanks to her strong technical base and experience in various fashion houses. Geometric shapes and built-in details can be considered his signature. Viik has founded the circular economy platform Stuudio 213, is the production manager for two clothing brands and is the owner of AG Mood sewing production.

The collection here is not seasonal, but speaks of slow production and the long life of the garment. Various products have been part of the Anna Viik brand for 10 years.

Choreographer: Eldina Munatay, GBR
Sound design: Pau Silez, AR
Visuals: Sohvi Viik, EST


Anna Viik would like to thank:
Tailors: Inge, Urve, Marvi
Sewers: Triin, Ave, Sveta, Tanja, Rita
Footwear partner: Racer Worldwide
Team Studio 213
Amazing models who never let me down
Õmblustrenn
Location guys: Rasmus and Mati
For keeping everything together: mom, Mari Viik
Creative collaborators: Gristel and Kari
Show artists: Pau Silez (sound), Eldina Munatay (movement), Sohvi Viik (visuals)
Anna Viik's right-hand: Sirkka Johanna Siimso




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Exhibition of product design award BRUNO 2024

The BRUNO product design award is awarded every two years to an exceptional product or product series, manufactured either at the designer's own initiative, as a collaboration, or as a commission by a manufacturer/entrepreneur. Production-ready prototypes created during the past two years, or industrial products or product series already in production qualify to enter.

In the exhibition you can see the qualified work, which the international jury (Anke Strittmatter (Austria), Susana Gonzaga (Portugal), Stephan J. Clambaneva (USA), Arvo Pärenson (Estonia) and Darren Yeo (Singapore)) rated highly enough. 

Three categories - lifestyle, human environment and engineering - can be seen in the exhibition. A total of 99 projects applied for BRUNO this year!




In order to value design and the profession of designer, the Estonian Association of Designers decided in 2006 to start giving out the Estonian Design Award. The first Design Award was given out in the eighties by Tallinn Art Institute Department of Design at the initiative of Bruno Tomberg, after whom the Estonian Design Award has been named. Among the award-winners are experienced professionals like Matti Õunapuu, Heikki Zoova etc. 


Starting from 2012, Estonian Design Awards, including BRUNO, are jointly presented in cooperation with Estonian Design Centre, ADC*Estonia, Estonian Service Industry Association and Estonian Academy of Arts.  Estonian Design Centre organises the Design Awards and gala takes place during the Tallinn Design Festival.

The Estonian Association of Designers wishes to present innovative, high-standard new products to the public that would prompt Estonians to consume domestic design and motivate entrepreneurs to involve professional designers in product development. The recognition would encourage designers to create new interesting products and motivate them to learn about tendencies in design on the international level. For the design-knowledgeable entrepreneur participating in the competition with a designer and the public sector, product development from the aspect of design and design management would bring recognition and would be a good role model for others. In the long-term perspective, the Design Award is a springboard for new products and brands to the international arena.

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#EestiDisainikeskus
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Estonian Design and Architecture Schools Showcase

The Estonian Design and Architecture Schools Showcase, which has become one of the integral parts of the Tallinn Design Festival, is increasingly important in a rapidly changing world, because aren't educational and research institutions the places where the play between experimentation and tradition "saves the day"? In the shade of various global crises, there is an increasing need for the light of youthful and clever design.  

Showcased are the works of the Estonian Academy of Arts (Fashion, Textile, Accessory; Design and Innovation curricula) Pallas University of Applied Sciences, Tallinn University Haapsalu College (Craft Technologies and Design) and University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy (Native Crafts studies).

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Approaching Kalamaja: EAA Design and Innovation
*NB! This exhibition is situated in Remonditsehh, all others in Mehaanikatsehh*

Opening Mon at 18:10

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The focus of the exhibition is the students' creative and analytical approach to the development of the Kalamaja public outdoor space. Students have studied in depth how architectural forms and outdoor space solutions relate to the existing urban space and landscape, creating context-based and functional integrated solutions. 

The aim of the Design and Innovation curriculum is to prepare top-level players who are able to meet the challenges of the dynamic labor market, initiate change and lead innovation. The focus of the study is the use of design for successful innovations in all social spheres. The design and innovation graduate is characterized by the ability to transfer versatile practice driven by the needs of the digital and green revolution and the designer's mindset into real life through strong professional skills. 

Curator: Maali Roomet-Allese

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Curtain Creatures: EAA Fashion-, Textile- and Accessory Design

Opening Mon at 19:00

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#kardinaalne #curtaincreatures


“Curtain Creatures” is EAA's fashion, textile, and accessories students’ exhibition of experimental shapes with the mission of fair, creative and inspiring reuse of leftover materials. In the wake of an increasingly acute problem, this time the authors had to deconstruct curtains and create a new identity for them.  

This exhibition gives the visitor the opportunity to actively reflect on critical aspects of consumer society, taking the viewer on an inspirational journey of sorts. A total of around 40 creators contributed to the birth of experimental forms and spatial solutions.  

Supervisors: Liisi Eesmaa, Flo Kasearu

Production: Piret Puppart

Photographer: Riina Varol

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Nordplus/CIRRUS: Low-Tech Footwear Inspired by Heritage

Opening Mon at 19:00

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The aim of an international week-long intensive course in August 2024 was to design and craft wooden-soled footwear inspired by the cultural heritage of the Lake Peipus district. So here they are! 

Organiser: Dept. of Accessory Design, Estonian Academy of Arts 

Tutors: Simone Springer (Rosa Mosa, AT), Kristiina Nurk (EKA), Meelis Kihulane (Edev Eremiit)

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“From Waste to Wonder: More-Than-Human Connections on the Journey of Poop”

Everyone poops! Feces, or poop, is a metabolic waste product that results from the food we consume being broken down by bacteria in the large intestine. The act of excretion is a natural function of the body. This stigmatized bodily activity can be particularly challenging for individuals with chronic gut diseases (CGD), where the urgency to defecate or changes in bowel habits can be a prominent struggle.  

Exhibition “From Waste to Wonder” aims to break down the stigma around poop by reconnecting it with nature and exploring more-than-human connections through multi-sensory engagements with biomaterials. 

Arife Dila Demir is a researcher of the Sensorial Design Research Group of EKA, the exhibition is created as part of the 'Multi-Sensory Design for Somatic Care' project supported by EKA's Creative Research Grant.

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Multifaceted Space: Pallas University of Applied Sciences

Opening Mon at 19:15

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#pallas #pallasdisain #pallasdesign #multifacetedspace


Abstract and physical, mental and dimensional, natural and created, inspiring and imposing – all these describe the space around us. “Multifaceted Space” by Pallas UAS presents the meaning and interpretations of space as it can be understood in the literal as well as in abstract sense (e.g. living space, exhibition space vs cyberspace, headspace, developmental space).  

The exhibition is inspired by the idea of the limitlessness of space – there are an infinite number of ways to give meaning to and create sustainable, aesthetic and environmentally friendly space in various design fields.

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A Better World: TLU Haapsalu College Craft Technologies and Design


Opening Mon at 19:25

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The Handicraft Technologies and Design program at Haapsalu College focuses on human-centered and sustainable design, emphasizing user needs and creative problem-solving. Students learn to work with materials like wood, metal, glass, and plastics-resins, while also exploring modern technologies and solutions for giving materials a new life.  

The curriculum promotes entrepreneurial thinking and values circular economy principles in new product concepts. These are developed from concept to execution, guided by the needs of the target group.

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University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy

Opening Mon at 19:35

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#tyvka #tüvka #pärandtehnoloogia


The native crafts specialities of the University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy combine excellent craftsmanship, knowledge of heritage, and creative thought. Our activities aim to apply the values found in the heritage in a responsible and sustainable way to the service of modern society. As part of the university, we value research and development. 

At the level of applied higher education, you can study textiles, metalwork, construction, and regenerative technology (NEW!). At the master's level, you can study the creative application of cultural heritage and teaching skills.

Take a look at the FULL prograM here!

FESTIVAL VIDEOS and photos

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