Michael Christiansen
Get inspired on what to experience during 3daysofdesign 2024.
Meet Michael Christiansen, founder of Design Matters, an educational company organizing international conferences about design - with a focus on digital design. Design Matters started in Copenhagen in 2014 and has been taking place every year since then, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The event has expanded its
community globally over the years, hosting conferences in Tokyo since 2020, in Mexico city since 2023, and countless events online.
In 2023, Design Matters opened its doors in a new continent, with a conference in Lagos. But Design Matters is much more than just conferences: it’s an international community of creatives, a platform to share ideas and experiences, and an opportunity to connect with talent worldwide. In fact, you can connect with the community at their events, or by reading their online magazine, DeMagSign, or by listening to their podcast, Design Tracks.
Here are Michael Christiansen’s recommendations to explore during 3daysofdesign 2024:
“I find it very exciting that the 3daysofdesign experience is centered around craftsmanship, sustainability, and innovation, since it’s something that we put a lot of
attention on at our Design Matters events. So, it’s interesting to see that the worlds of physical and digital design converge and come together when it comes to relevant
topics where designers from all over the world can make a difference.
There are three events specifically I’m looking forward to attending. One is the workshop “AI in Design and Architecture – How does the future look?” by NORDFY - learning about the ways in which AI is revolutionizing design processes is key these days to understand how to stay relevant as designers and how the boundaries of creativity can be bent and pushed. Another is Emily Johnson’s talk, “Contemporary Ceramics - The Art of Collaboration”, since I’m always interested in learning about new ways of collaborating, and I love making ceramics in my spare time! The last one is the talk “From Tradition to Transformation - Craft's Role in Circular Economy Design” by the Danish Design Council. Craftsmanship is something that is often overlooked, as we live in a society where digitalization is taking over and evolving so quickly.
However, we mustn’t forget that traditional craftsmanship is an incredible source of knowledge and inspiration; there is so much we can learn from it when it comes to circularity and sustainable ways to craft products."
At 3daysofdesign, our commitment extends beyond showcasing the latest trends in interior design and furniture. We strive to facilitate meaningful discussions, debate, and actively contribute to pushing forward a more sustainable approach within the realm of interior design and furniture business. Join us in our mission to inspire positive change and promote a greener, more responsible future for the industry.
