Organised in collaboration by Pro Helvetia, the Federal Office of Culture, and the Swiss Design Association, three key institutions essential to Switzerland’s design landscape, “Coffee & Talks” offers a platform for exchange and inspiration. This event will be honored by the presence of Federal Councillor Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, who will deliver the opening address for the second part of the program.
Part 1
The audience is invited to network and discover innovative and inspiring projects of the Swiss design scene through seven short presentations over a cappuccino. With Lilla Wicki (Maison Shift), Chrisophe Guberan, Karen Pisoni, David Wollschlegel from Swiss Center for Design & Health, Till Seegraeber, Patricia Lunghi from Design Days and Panter&Tourron.
Part 2
Following a break, the Federal Office of Culture will announce this year’s finalists of the Swiss Design Awards. Jury members will share key observations and themes from this year’s competition and engage in a brief conversation with former winners of the competition.
Conclusion
To conclude the event, the guests will have the opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and explore the exhibition, gaining further insights into the outstanding projects of this year’s House of Switzerland.
Registration
The number of places is limited and registration must be made via the link above.