Kütahya Design City Week Held

Kütahya Design City Week took place in Kütahya from October 30 to November 1, 2025, attracting significant participation and interest.

Organized under the theme “Earth, Fire, Future,” the event commenced with an international conference. Opening remarks were delivered by Sadık Erilbaylı, President of the Kütahya Chamber of Çini; Emin Yüce, Vice President of the Kütahya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KÜTSO); Serhat Uğur, Project Contract Manager, Ministry of Industry and Technology; and Eyüp Kahveci, Mayor of Kütahya.

As part of the program, prominent speakers participated in panel sessions and discussions titled “Tuning on the Transition: Heritage, Design, Innovation,” “Design, People, and Community,” and “Art, Heritage, and Identity in Kütahya.” The conference continued with the seminar “Digital Echoes: Exhibiting Folk Art Heritage.”

Throughout the week, the events highlighted the fusion of Kütahya’s rich craft traditions with contemporary design. The Çini Exhibition, featuring original works by distinguished artists, welcomed visitors at the historic Kemer Hamam, which was repurposed as the KIDH Exhibition Space for the project, between October 31 and November 1.

Additionally, within the scope of the project, the Akalın Konak, designated as the KIDH Co-working Space, hosted the event “Connect and Create: The Meeting of SMEs” as part of the Design City Week activities.

We extend our sincere thanks to all participants and stakeholders who contributed to the success of Kütahya Design City Week.