Matera Design Weekend Returns for Second Edition
The Matera Design Weekend's second edition, hosted by Casa Neutral, will take place in six locations throughout Matera, such as via Galilei, Area8, Palazzo Lanfranchi, DOMS Gallery, Calia Interiors, and Comincenter. This three-day event aims to explore 'immaterial design' and foster creativity in areas away from conventional design centers. Notable guest John Thackara will be present, joined by participants including Arianna Mazzeo, Claudia Garrone, Collettivo NoB, Craftory, Slow/d, and designers Federico Mauro, Leda Palermo, Mariangela Savoia, and Emanuele Vietina. Collaborating organizations include DAF, ITS Salento S.r.l., Entropika, and the Mystery Things Museum. Attendees can reach the event via a 90-minute train ride from Bari or by bus from various Italian cities.
Key facts
- Second edition of Matera Design Weekend organized by Casa Neutral.
- Event takes place across six venues in Matera.
- Theme is immaterial design as a strategic tool for generating ideas.
- Guest of honor is John Thackara.
- Participants include Arianna Mazzeo, Claudia Garrone, Collettivo NoB, Craftory, Slow/d, and several designers.
- Matera is accessible by train from Bari via Ferrovie Appulo-Lucana (90 minutes).
- Bus connections available via Flixbus, Marozzi, and Marino.
- Event aims to renew traditions in areas far from recognized design centers.
Entities
Artists
- John Thackara
- Arianna Mazzeo
- Claudia Garrone
- Federico Mauro
- Leda Palermo
- Mariangela Savoia
- Emanuele Vietina
Institutions
- Casa Neutral
- Area8
- Palazzo Lanfranchi
- DOMS Gallery
- Calia Interiors
- Comincenter
- Desis lab Elisava
- Universitat Pompeu Fabra
- Collettivo NoB
- Craftory
- Slow/d
- DAF – Digital Art Factory
- ITS Salento S.r.l.
- Entropika
- Mystery Things Museum
- Ferrovie dello Stato
- Ferrovie Appulo-Lucana (FAL)
- Flixbus
- Marozzi
- Marino
- Artribune
Locations
- Matera
- Bari
- Rome
- Siena
- Pisa
- Florence
- Milan
- Bologna
- Naples
- Basilicata
- Italy