Michala Lipková
Michala Lipková works in the field of product and digital design. She is an associate professor at the Slovak University of Technology, where she leads the Institute of Design and the MX lab, a
Danijela Domljan
I am a graduate product designer, PhD, and an associate professor at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, University of Zagreb (2004--). I conduct scientific research and teach in areas such as furniture
Srđa Hrisafović
With more than 30 years of experience as an architect, lighting designer, educator, and researcher, Prof. Hrisafovic has contributed extensively to the fields of architectural and lighting design. He has authored and co-authored numerous
Tvrtko Bojić and Karla Paliska
Studio RU:T is a multidisciplinary design studio founded in Zagreb, Croatia by Tvrtko Bojić and Karla Paliska, who have been working together since 2015. They specialize in product and industrial design, visual communications, spatial
Simon Morasi Piperčić
Established in 2013 by Simon Morasi Piperčić, SMPDO is a Zagreb-based design office that specializes in a diverse range of projects, encompassing industrial and spatial design, site-specific installations, creative direction, and design consultancy. The
Tibor Uhrín
Tibor Uhrín studied industrial design at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STU). In 2006, he completed his doctoral studies in design at the Faculty of Architecture of STU. Until the late 1990s,
Nataša Perković
Nataša Perković (b. 1984 in Sarajevo) is a product designer from Sarajevo. She spent part of her childhood in Egypt, attending Schutz American School in Alexandria. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Product Design
Constantinos Economides
Constantinos Economides is a member of the DRAW Collective from 2012 to 2018. He is also a member of the ME Design Studio, which he established with Daniel Meyer in Germany in 2016. Additionally, he
Jelena Matić
Jelena Matić is a regarded educator, curator, and mentor who has been shaping generations of young designers in the Balkans for over two decades. A DAAD scholar and alumna of the University of Art
Athanasios Babalis
Athanasios Babalis is an industrial/product designer based in Thessaloniki Greece. His work ranges from electrical appliances and professional cooking equipment to furniture, home accessories and packaging. He believes that all objects/products can be improved through
Zlatko Kapetanović
Full time professor (retired since 2022). Born in Zagreb in 1953. He completed his primary and secondary education in Zagreb. He holds a Master of Science, a Bachelor of Industrial Design. He graduated in
Meltem Maralcan Gülmen
Meltem Maralcan Gülmen, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Technical University, Faculty of Architecture, Department of Industrial Design. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Design from ITU and an M.A. in Art History
Alexandra Ghioc
Alexandra Ghioc is a Romanian product designer and lecturer in product design at her alma mater “George Enescu” National University of Arts from Iasi, Romania. After gaining a BA, MA and PhD in product
Žan Kavčič; Kavčič
Since 1970, our family-owned solid wood design furniture store has been a labor of love, passed down through three generations. At our core, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create beautiful, functional
Žiga Jarc; EJET
We started the idea of a high performance electric yacht tender back in 2016. Our main question was; can we make and electric yacht tender which will be faster, stronger and better than things
Anna Lébényi; VUUV Works – Future Shaping Craftsmanship
VUUV Works creates handcrafted furniture and accessories, partnering closely with skilled artists and craftsmen. By harmonising innovation with timeless techniques, they create fresh aesthetics, promoting Central European craftsmanship's beauty and relevance. Each piece produced
Tímea Kepová, Georgios Somarakis; VNEM studio
VNEM is a multidisciplinary creative studio based in Slovakia, led by designers Tímea Kepová and Georgios Somarakis. The studio focuses on furniture, product, and spatial design, small-scale architecture, as well as projects with an artistic
Vlad B. Deac; Arbore by Carel Woodworks
ARBORE is a regenerative brand created by Carel Woodworks from Spain and Transylvania, a mix of latin design with premium craftsmanship. We develop and manufacture furniture and interior objects encouraging good-hearted living as a gentle
Urška Kalčič; SOPHY 3DJEWELRY
We are a couple of passionate people who are always looking for new things to make our life exciting and bold. We never stop searching and developing new things in life. And everything we
Martina Ulamec; LAUFEN
For more than 130 years, LAUFEN has been using the oldest adaptable material known to man to produce bathroom solutions with traditional Swiss precision. This makes LAUFEN products unique at first glance, as their
Tim Petzold; Box17
Box17 offers innovative workspace solutions designed to enhance functionality and efficiency in modern offices. Our expertly crafted environments prioritize employee comfort and productivity, featuring customizable layouts and sustainable materials. With a focus on ergonomic
Tamás Boldizsár, Lili Pammer-Zagroczky; maniko
Maniko is an online-exclusive furniture collection designed to align with contemporary interior design and product design trends. It targets Millennial and Gen Z consumers with its colorful and playful aesthetic, while subtly incorporating essential
Tadej Juran; Atelier Juran
Tadej Juran is an architect, designer, and producer. He studied architecture in Ljubljana and the Netherlands. His retreat in the woods and the renovation of a secluded forest house became the foundation for his master’s
Kian Rahnamoon; Dinodo Studio
Dinodo is a design studio that collaborates with leading contemporary artists to create exclusive, one-of-a-kind and limited-edition textile art. Founded by Kian and Keyvan Rahnamoon, second generation rug producers and passionate art collectors, Dinodo is
İlke Şentürk; Studio Nera
Studio Nera is a creative process studio based on the immersive and inspiring journeys its founders undertake with their clients and partners, informed by their understanding of the personality of a design and their
Drejc Dolinar; Pirnar
Pirnar is an inspiring global innovator in bespoke entrance doors. The internationally recognized company boasts over 450 employees, a reputable 50-year tradition, and a well-established network of partners across more than 30 markets worldwide.
Pia Groleger; Pjorkkala
Pia Groleger is a designer and researcher working at the intersection of design, sustainability, and material experimentation. In 2022 she co-founded the collective Pjorkkala, through which she develops projects addressing ecological and social issues. She
Patrik Bujnak; Moi product
More than 10 years creating and designing various kind of interiors. Patrik currently works at the design studio , where he focuses on product, furniture, and interior design. He is developing concepts for public spaces,
Pablo Sinan Akgül; Pablo Sinan Design
Pablo Sinan Akgül is a designer specializing in furniture and products. Shaped by a multicultural background, his work blends contemporary sensibilities with a sense of curiosity. With a sharp eye for detail, he uncovers the
Marek Vaculík; DUBA Hardwood manufacture
Design of our products stems from precise processing of raw materials into interlocking shapes in order to create a balanced and aesthetically pleasing piece. Every product starts with a careful selection of ideal wooden planks.