Design Action
A network for design in the south-eastern Sweden, with annual design meetings for experience exchange, knowledge development and networkingFounder, identity, coordinating and productionDuring the years 2008 to 2013, a number of design meetings with conference and workshop were arranged in south-eastern Sweden. The meetings developed into the Design Action concept, which was established as an important meeting place for the design industry regionally and nationally.Design Action was organized with support from, among others, the Tillväxtverket (Swedish Growth Agency), Regionförbundet Södra Smålan (the Southern Småland Regional Association) and Teknikföretagen (Technology Industries of Sweden).Behind the network meetings was the local initiative Design Sydost - a local platform for designers, and design-related companies, organizations and educations. Gradually, the arrangement was expanded and also supported by SVID - Stiftelsen Svensk Industridesign, Svensk Form, and Sveriges Designer (The Association of Swedish Designers).The event became a popular feature that attracted many participants from all over the country. Participating speakers over the years included Volvo's head of design Peter Horbury, Ola Rune from CKR, County Governor Kristina Alsér, Magnus Lindqvist, Erika Lagerbielke, Stina Nilimaa Wickström, Form Us With Love, Jesper Ståhl and more.
Year:2008-2013
