5th edition of two days full of networking & design from Central and Eastern Europe

Join us in Košice and explore the place where global design meets local context
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Friday
08.30–09.30
Breakfast
09.30–09.50
SK/CZ
Introduction
09.50–10.35
EN
WEDZICKA
10.35–11.20
SK/CZ
STUDIO PLAVEČKY
11.20–11.50
Break
11.50–12.35
SK/CZ
MONIKA KOSSUTH
12.35–14.00
Lunch Break (lunch is provided)
14.00–14.45
EN
IZA MROZOWSKA
14.45–15.30
EN
ANDSTUDIO
15.30–16.00
Break
16.00–16.45
SK/CZ
BORIS KUDLIČKA
16.45–17.30
EN
HOLY MOTORS
21.00–01.00
Late night drinks at Kino Úsmev
Saturday
09.30–10.30
Breakfast
10.30–11.15
SK/CZ
DŽUMELEC
11.15–11.25
Break
11.25–12.10
SK/CZ
KRISTINA BARTOŠOVÁ
12.10–13.30
Lunch Break (lunch is provided)
13.30–14.15
EN
KIJEK/ADAMSKI
14.15–15.00
SK/CZ
AMBIENTE
15.00–15.30
Break
15.30–16.00
SK/CZ
Goodbye, thank you & raffle
16.00–16.45
SK/CZ
CRAFTING PLASTICS! STUDIO
16.45–17.30
SK/CZ
RÓBERT SLOVÁK
21.00–02.00
Afterparty at Fabrik Space

speakers

Slovakia
Crafting Plastics!
Vlasta Kubušová is a material designer and co-founder of crafting plastics! studio (cp!s)—an award-winning, multidisciplinary material design studio that revolutionizes the properties, aesthetics, and values of biobased materials...
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poland
Martyna Wędzicka-Obuchowicz
WEDZICKA (Martyna Wędzicka-Obuchowicz) is a graphic designer, lecturer, and speaker specializing primarily in the design of visual identities, covers, books, catalogues, and posters. She explores the topic of chance and human error...
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Slovakia
kristina bartošová
Kristina Bartošová is a Slovak graphic designer and art director, based in NYC. Whether it's brand identities or editorial design, her work is characterised by bold, often bespoke typography. Always based on research and deliberate...
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poland
kijek/adamski
This tremendous duo located in Warsaw, Poland, is known for their expertise in creating animated and design-centric projects. Their portfolio contains collaborations with renowned companies such as BBC, Netflix, WWF, Facebook, Samsung...
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slovakia
róbert slovák
Advertising creator, film producer and civic activist. He has been in advertising for over 20 years, currently serving as the creative director of the agency Slovak & Friends, which highlights socially responsible projects. Róbert is a member...
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Slovakia
džumelec
After a year’s break, we cannot fail to return to the most colourful tradition of our conference. Phantom of the Eastern Design Conference, performer, winner of the Oskar Čepan Award, musician, teacher, artist, parent, artist, Džumelec. Erik...
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georgia
holy motors
Living under the constant threat of war, fueled by infinite amounts of barely legal homemade alcohol, bound by the divine will to create everything, out of nothing – this is the fate of Holy Motors, a holistic design company from Tbilisi, Georgia founded...
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Slovakia
monika kossuth
Monika Kossuth is a ceremonialist and a member of a natural burial movement. She studied anthropology at Masaryk University in Brno and fell in love with natural funeral practices during her studies. Today, she leads the Funebra project, ...
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Slovakia
boris kudlička
One of the most significant designers of contemporary scenography in our region. After studying in Bratislava and Groningen, Netherlands, he made his debut at the Slovak National Theatre Ballet. In 1995, he moved to work at the National Opera in...
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czechia
ambiente
Jan Červenka (1992) studied journalism at Charles University in Prague as well as photography at Silesian University. However, he now works as a creative director of marketing company A+Manual, which fully services a leading Czech...
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poland
iza mrozowska
Iza Mrozowska specialises in Web and Mobile app design, 3D modelling and No-Code. Professionally involved in design for over 10 years, currently runs a team of fearless designers @ ordergroup as Head of Design. She is passionate...
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lithuania
andstudio
andstudio is a branding design studio known for integrating strategic thinking with mature design and transferable functionality. Co-founded by Augustinas Paukštė and Domas after completing their Graphic Design studies at the...
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czechia
studio plavečky
Dan Plavecký runs sign painting Studio Plavečky in Letná, Prague. He revives the almost forgotten artistic craft and brings back high-quality hand-painted typography to the streets of Czech cities in the 21st century. In cooperation with...
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Simultaneous translation
Vegetarian & vegan lunches both days
All day coffee and snacks
Feel-at-home atmosphere
2 days
of curated line-up featuring renowned speakers
Two afterparties
Accessible, safe and inclusive conference venue near the city center

2 days

of curated line-up featuring renowned speakers

Vegetarian & vegan lunches both days

All day coffee and snacks

Accessible, safe and inclusive conference venue near the city center

Simultaneous translation

Feel-at-home atmosphere

Two afterparties

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behind the visual

Eastern Design Conference is all about connecting authenticity, locality, and business—and we made that our focus for this year’s visual identity as well. The inspiration comes from the nearly 50-year artistic craft of calligrapher Ľubomír Ondovčík from nearby Trebišov. Check out our video to see how these hand-painted eye-catchers come to life in his studio.
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FAQ
Can I buy a ticket for just one day?

We do not offer one-day conference tickets.

What if I want to cancel or transfer a ticket to another attendee?

All tickets for the conference are non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be canceled.

What if I need to make other modifications for a ticket?

For any other questions or changes regarding your purchased ticket, please reach out to [email protected].

What should I do if I encounter any payment issues?

If you encounter any payment issues, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

How can I request an invoice for my purchase?

If you require an invoice for your purchase, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

Where can I find the conference agenda?

The final conference agenda will be shared in early September 2024.

In what language are the talks conducted, and are they translated?

The talks are conducted mainly in English or Slovak/Czech. However, we provide audio headsets with simultaneous translation to and from English.

How do I become a volunteer?

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer, please reach out to [email protected]

How do I get to and around Košice?

Depending on your location, you can fly directly to Košice International Airport or take a train or bus to reach the city. Tabačka Kulturfabrik, the conference venue, is conveniently located near the city center and can be easily reached by public transport. Additionally, shared bikes and scooters are available around the city as well. For specific guidance or assistance with travel and program arrangements in Košice, please visit www.visitkosice.org.