Dezeen has teamed up with DesignMarch to livestream a programme of talks by leading designers exploring the role of architecture and design in addressing global imbalances in the creative industry.
To kickstart the festival, a programme of talks will take place throughout the day on 24 April 2024, which will be live streamed from the Henning Larsen Architects-designed Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre in Reykjavík, Iceland.
Called DesignTalks, the event will be split into four themed talks and discussions, which will be livestreamed in three sessions on Dezeen from 10:00am London time.
DesignTalks will take place at the Harpa Concert Hall
The first session will explore the role of architecture in supporting communities to confront history, shape alternative futures and how designers can use local resources more effectively. Amongst the featured speakers will be founding principal and co-executive director of MASS Design Group Alan Ricks and Atelier NL's co-founder Lonny van Ryswyck.
Flétta's co-founders will speak about breaking down cultural barriers and stereotypes
The third and final session will be split into two parts. The first half of the afternoon session will explore the design of movement and the "otherworld" through various forms of media including choreography, fashion, embroidery and queer culture.
The talk will feature contributions from choreographer and playwright Sigríður Soffía Níelsdóttir, author and filmmaker Hrund Gunnsteinsdót...