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Soeren Le Schmidt, Strandgade 22, 1401 Copenhagen
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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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Hamborg Plads 2, 2150 Copenhagen
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Address
Møntergade 19B, 1116 København KCopenhagen, Denmark
Start
9:00
End
12:00
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Louis Poulsen
Summer Vibes with DJ, Christian d’Or
Address
Kuglegårdsvej 19—23, 1434 Copenhagen
Start
13:00
End
17:00
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FDB Møbler
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Address
Bredgade 19, 1260 Copenhagen
Start
9:00
End
11:00
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Fredericia
Closing Wine Bar
Address
Løvstræde 1, 1152 Copenhagen
Start
15:00
End
17:00
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Eilersen
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Address
Niels Hemmingsens Gade 7, 1153 Copenhagen
Start
12:00
End
13:30
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Address
Papirøen 1, 1436 Copenhagen
Start
13:00
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Pakhus 11, Dampfærgevej 2, 2100 Copenhagen
Start
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End
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