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Proof of Concept is a dynamic exhibition platform exploring the intricate and captivating processes behind design. Showcasing work from a collective of multidisciplinary studios, it highlights self–initiated projects, products that never reached the market, and designs already in circulation. By shedding light on the extensive development process, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of a product—revealing the ideas, challenges, and creativity that shape its journey.

Proof of Concept — Connect is an exhibition that explores how materials, processes, construction and craftsmanship shape our relationship with everyday objects. Designers are invited to consider the role of tactile experiences, traditional techniques, and innovation in forging deeper connections between makers, users, and the spaces we inhabit. Through this exploration, the exhibition celebrates the tangible bonds that bring design to life.

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16:30
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Address
Sturlasgade 14A, 2300 Copenhagen
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14:00
End
16:00
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Arturel
Quiet Mornings Coffee and Book Club
Address
Bredgade 73, København, Denmark
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7:00
End
9:00
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Designmuseum Danmark
Design as a European Superpower
Address
Bredgade 68, 1260 Copenhagen
Start
15:00
End
15:45
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Service Projects
Martini Bar at l'Alsace
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Ny Østergade 9, 1101 København, Danmark
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Address
Århusgade 126, 2150 Copenhagen
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