Valencia Named World Design Capital 2022
In 2022, Valencia was named the World Design Capital, showcasing 100 projects, 70 partnerships, 36 exhibitions, and hosting 7 significant international events. The initiative, led by Xavi Calvo, aims to highlight the region's design legacy and its future possibilities. Luisa Bocchietto advocated for Valencia's selection, emphasizing its Mediterranean scale and artisanal heritage. Major venues include the Marina and Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Signature events such as the World Design Experience and World Design Street Festival will take place in September, aligning with Valencia Design Week. Noteworthy participants include Paola Antonelli, with exhibitions featuring Pepe Gimeno and Jaime Hayón. Additionally, Valencia is recognized as the 2022 European Capital of Smart Tourism.
Key facts
- Valencia is World Design Capital 2022.
- The program includes 100 projects, 70 collaborations, 36 exhibitions, and 7 signature events.
- Xavi Calvo is the director of the event.
- Luisa Bocchietto, former WDO president, promoted the candidacy.
- Key venues: Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the Marina.
- Paola Antonelli opens the Andreu World competition on December 9.
- Exhibitions feature Pepe Gimeno, Jaime Hayón, and Anni and Josef Albers.
- Valencia is also European Capital of Smart Tourism 2022.
Entities
Artists
- Xavi Calvo
- Luisa Bocchietto
- Paola Antonelli
- Ezio Manzini
- Caterina Bianchini
- Pepe Gimeno
- Jaime Hayón
- Anni Albers
- Josef Albers
- Tomás Alía
- Ana Illueca
- David Chipperfield
- Santiago Calatrava
Institutions
- World Design Organization
- ADI (Associazione per il disegno industriale)
- MoMA
- IVAM
- Museo nazionale della Ceramica
- Carme
- Bombas Gens
- Las Naves
- La Rambleta
- Cevisama
- Habitat
- Andreu World
- Gandía Blasco
- Point
- Lzf Lamps
- Torrecid
- Vondom
- AHEC
- Artribune
Locations
- Valencia
- Spain
- Turin
- Italy
- Lille
- France
- San Diego
- United States
- Tijuana
- Mexico
- Castellón
- Manises
- New York