Learn more here.

Book your own screening at www.radicalcreatives.fi.

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Cumulus calls for our members to apply to organize Cumulus Design Education Day and now as first ever event to raise the awareness and impact of education and research in our disciplines. We ensure the planet can thrive.

Cumulus upgrades Kyoto Design Declaration signed in March 2008 in Kyoto Japan, that made us proud it was done in the same venue of Kyoto Protocol of 2000. We are responsible and want the new edition of this declaration helps all of us to accelerate its impact. This first day is a strong mechanism to punch Kyoto Design Declaration upgrading to take place in connecting its signing with the first ever Cumulus Design Education Day.

Read the full text of the call Call Cumulus Design Education Day 2024 .

Invitation submission deadline is 15 April 2024.
The submission is to be sent via contact@cumulusassociation.org.

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Topics and Objectives: Tackle the challenges of complex societies, exploring the socio-economic transition from modernity to digital postmodernity. Workshops focused on visionary scenarios will be led by renowned designers.

Location: Hosted at the “University Consortium” in Pordenone near Venice, with comprehensive student facilities, including prototyping labs, a library, and outdoor spaces.

Language: All Talent Camp activities will be conducted in English.
Keynote Speakers: Delve into complexity with expert lectures.

More information soon!
Follow the camp’s website here.

Be part of the transformation and intercultural dialogue at Cumulus Student Talent Camp DCS 2024 Edition Pordenone!

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The Camp commences with an inspiring address by Professor Lorenzo Imbesi, President of the Cumulus Association and Director of Sapienza Design Research. He extends his best wishes to all the students as they embark on their journey, underscoring the historic significance of this event – the first-ever Cumulus Student Talent Camp hosted by the Arch College of Design & Business in India. He assures the students that this is an experience of a lifetime.

Archana Surana, Vice President of Cumulus Executive Board, Leads the Way
ARCH College proudly takes the lead as the host institution for this pioneering initiative within the Cumulus Association, a prestigious global network of top art, design, and media institutions. Archana Surana, the Director and Founder of ARCH College, brings her 28 years of experience as a Design Educator to the forefront as she serves as the Vice President of the Cumulus Executive Board, spearheading this groundbreaking venture.

Diverse International Participants

The Student Talent Camp has garnered participation from eight esteemed institutions in seven different countries worldwide, including Sheffield Hallam University (England), Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), Estonian Academy of Arts (Estonia), University of Lapland (Finland), University of Portland (USA), The Design Village (India), and University of Antwerpen (Belgium). With a diverse group of 30 participants, including students and faculty members, the camp promises a global convergence of creative minds eager to explore and innovate together.

Visiting Various Creative Industries

During the 6-day Cumulus student talent camp, students have the opportunity to visit seven creative industries that represent Indian crafts and cultures, thus preserving Indian heritage through the strength of living traditions. These industries include Nila House, Neerja Blue Pottery, Rangotri, Jaipur Watch Company, Jaipur Rugs, Gomes, and local shops. The aim of these visits is to gain a better understanding of these creative endeavors.

Empowering Creative Industries Through Sustainable Design

This event is in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a specific focus on various objectives encompassing social, communication, product, and sustainable design. International students visit the clusters and local markets of Jaipur to immerse themselves in the experience of India’s living traditions. Following these visits, students identify the challenges faced by these industries and endeavor to find solutions through the implementation of design thinking and its processes. Notably, the most exciting part is that these students prepare prototypes and present them on the final day of the camp.

Immerse in Jaipur’s Rich Culture and Create Lasting Memories

In addition to these enriching experiences, students immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Jaipur with activities such as the ‘Rock Satsang’ and the ‘Gala Evening.’ The event also features an exciting ‘City Tour’ that promises to infuse a sense of adventure and fun into their learning journey. These exciting highlights ensure that students not only gain valuable insights into sustainable design but also create lasting memories and enjoy the fun side of this educational journey.

Nurturing Creativity and Fostering Collaboration

The Cumulus Student Talent Camp is an invaluable platform for students to enhance their creative potential and refine their design skills. It’s designed to deepen participants’ understanding of living traditions, circular and sustainable design, and the pivotal role of cultural identity in the design process. The camp aims to inspire the next generation of creative professionals by offering immersive experiences, workshops, industry interactions, and collaborative design initiatives. Through a series of engaging activities, participants identify their design challenges, brainstorm innovative ideas, develop prototypes, and document their experiences, ultimately showcasing their work in a final presentation and exhibition.

ARCH College of Design & Business, located in Jaipur, India, is a distinguished design institution committed to nurturing creative talent and fostering innovation in the fields of design, fashion, jewelry, interior, communication, and product and business. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and cultural diversity, ARCH College provides a holistic education that equips students for success in the ever-evolving creative industries.

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Date: October 30th. Monday, 2023 Time: 14:30-17:00
Venue: Sumida Satellite Campus, Fourth floor, Chiba University
Online participation is available.
Please find information for the Zoom connection.
Topic: Zoom meeting invitation -Cumulus Regional Meeting in Japan 2023 II
Time: Monday, Oct 30, 2023 at 02:15 PM JST
Registration is required by email to the host thiguchi@faculty.chiba-u.jp.
Join Zoom Meeting https://chiba-u-jp.zoom.us/j/83354567671?pwd=OUpqNmhWUytjdTdtWURDd0ZDaFkwdz09
Meeting ID: 833 5456 7671
Passcode: 153156

Language: Japanese (partly English)

Timetable:
14:30 Opening: Akira Ueda, Head of DRI (Design Research Institute), Chiba University
14:35 Introduction: Lorenzo Imbesi, President, Cumulus Association
14:50 Roundtable-1: Considering Various International Activities
Report:
– Short term research visit in Asia on the SDI-A program at Chiba University.
– Case study of an online international collaborative activities of Chiba University.
Other design schools’ practices would be reported.
Discussion and exchange of views
15:35 Break
15:45 JDP works for Liaison of Design-schools and Industries (TBD)
(JDP: Japan Institute of Design Promotion 日本デザイン振興会)
16:00 Roundtable-2: Design and Internationalization in Japan: Opportunities and Challenges
Report:
– Easy-to-use features and possible resources on Cumulus.
– What European design schools expect in the collaborative activities with Japanese design schools.
Discussion and exchange of views
16:50 Wrap-up: Takayuki Higuchi, Professor, Chiba University
17:00 Closing

Contact to:
Takayuki Higuchi, Chiba University
Email: thiguchi@faculty.chiba-u.jp

Access to Sumida Satellite Campus
Sumida Satellite Campus, Chiba University
1-19-1, Bunka, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, 131-0044 Japan
https://www.chiba-u.ac.jp/e/about/location/access_to_sumida_satellite_campus.html

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The competition will culminate in a 1-day conference and exhibition during Milan Design Week 2024, where projects from selected schools will have the opportunity to showcase prototypes and take part in a talk/presentation session.

This exceptional competition is tailored to explore the delicate balance between simplicity and complexity in design research and practice, where complex problems are often ingeniously solved through novel combinations of simple techniques.

Simplexity in Design, in essence, represents the art of crafting design solutions that draw upon a remarkably intricate analytical foundation yet are elegantly resolved and presented in a manner that is both simple and easily digestible. In our fast-evolving design landscape, the ability to create designs that effortlessly harmonise this duality is an invaluable skill.

Cumulus Member Institutions should send the Expression of Interest form to: events@domusacademy.it by 3rd November.
A Zoom webinar will be held on 18th October at 5.30pm CEST to share practical info and ask further questions. Registration required.

Read the whole call DA_simplexity_MDW2024_FINAL PDF.

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30 years are more than just an anniversary for us: they are the beginning of a renaissance. We invite you to join Futures Fictions, not only to celebrate our past but also to embrace the exciting future we are shaping.

Please register here for the event or join us for a virtual tour of our students’ projects at 11 am (CET) on September 28th on Instagram!

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Pick up your session and register to the Zoom workshops facilitated by Yadira Ornelas (Futures Design Lab – Tecnológico de Monterrey), Roberto Iñiguez (Tecnológico de Monterrey, Vice-President of Cumulus Association) and Lorenzo Imbesi (Sapienza University of Rome, President of Cumulus Association).

The contents of the workshops are identical, but we hope to reach Cumulus members from different time zones. Cumulus members only. Pre-registration required. Registration deadline: September 26.

Two options available:
– Wednesday September 27th, 2 – 4 PM UTC
(4 – 6 PM CET, 5 – 7 PM EEST, 8 – 10 AM CST Mexico, 7 – 9 AM PDT US West Coast, 10 AM – 12 PM EDT USA East Coast, 7.30 – 9.30 PM IST India),
– Thursday September 28th, 1 – 3 AM UTC
(3 – 5 AM CET, 7 – 9 PM Mexico, 9 – 11 AM CST China, 10 AM – 12 PM JST Japan).

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