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Explore the designforum Wien, a dynamic competence center in Vienna's MuseumsQuartier dedicated to contemporary design and visual communication. It features rotating exhibitions, workshops, and lectures that highlight the social, economic, and cultural impact of graphic, industrial design, and illustration.
The designforum Wien is Vienna's premier hub for contemporary design, visual communication, and illustration, featuring diverse exhibitions and industry events.
The designforum Wien, situated in Vienna's MuseumsQuartier, functions as a dynamic competence center for contemporary design and visual communication, rather than a traditional museum. Established in 2006, it actively explores the social, economic, and cultural impact of graphic design, industrial design, and illustration. The venue presents a varied exhibition program, complemented by workshops, lectures, and symposiums, serving as a vital networking platform for design professionals and students.
designforum Wien is situated at Museumsplatz 1 within the prominent MuseumsQuartier in Vienna, Austria. This strategic placement within one of the city's major cultural complexes makes it easily accessible for visitors exploring various museums and artistic institutions in the heart of Wien.
Museumsplatz 1
1070 Wien
MuseumsQuartier, Wien, AT
designforum Wien is located in the MuseumsQuartier in Wien, and is only open during exhibition periods or events. Visitors should plan their trip accordingly, as opening hours and entry prices may vary with each exhibition. The venue is easily accessible by public transport via U-Bahn, Bus, or Tram to the Volkstheater station. For those arriving by car, parking is available at the MuseumsQuartier garage.
The designforum Wien in Vienna's MuseumsQuartier operates as a dynamic competence center, distinguishing itself from a traditional museum by focusing on contemporary design and visual communication. It explores the social, economic, and cultural impact of graphic design, industrial design, and illustration through a varied exhibition program. Visitors encounter prestigious shows, such as Joseph Binder Award retrospectives, and experimental displays on sustainable product design. Beyond exhibitions, designforum Wien serves as a vital networking platform, hosting educational workshops, informative lectures, and industry symposiums for design professionals and students, fostering creative exchange within the city's cultural landscape.
Featuring 31 projects from the prestigious State Prize for Design.
Explore an insightful exhibition presenting tangible human solutions developed by talented designers. These selected works respond to contemporary demands like ecological responsibility and technological precision.
Exhibition DetailsEstablished in 2005 by designaustria and the Austrian Design Foundation, designforum Wien was founded as an association to promote Austrian design. It quickly became a vital part of the "designforen Österreich" network, aiming to elevate design as a crucial sector of the creative economy, operating from Vienna's MuseumsQuartier. Since its inception, designforum Wien has curated a diverse program of its own and international guest exhibitions, notably showcasing prestigious accolades like the *Austrian State Prize for Design* and the Joseph Binder Award biennially. It also serves as the headquarters for designaustria, functioning as a key knowledge center and a platform for lectures and networking events within the design community.
Explore the visual world of designforum Wien, showcasing its modern, minimalist exhibition spaces with white walls and a mezzanine. The gallery features diverse contemporary product designs, from colorful objects and innovative gadgets to sleek furniture. Visitors can expect a clear visual journey through various facets of modern design.
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