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Øens Have, Refshalevej 159B, 1432 Copenhagen
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The Material Way is a new collaborative platform for material-based studies focused on supporting curious creators who strive to craft a more holistic, local, and nature-minded future. Founded by curator and communicator Rita Trindade (Through Objects) and multidisciplinary designer Bonnie Hvillum (Natural Material Studio), it gathers artists and researchers in two international programs: Local Bio-based Materials and Natural Materials in Ceramics. The culmination of these two programs will be showcased at a group exhibition during Denmark's Design Festival, 3daysofdesign.

During 3daysofdesign, The Material Way unveils bio-based objects & materials crafted by students exploring the intersections of research, ceramics, art, and design. Hosted amidst the green oasis of Øens Have in the RefshaleØen district, this exhibition promises an experimental approach to design, pushing the boundaries of traditional exhibition concepts.

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Bredgade 68, 1260 Copenhagen
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11:00
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Techno and bubbles
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Frederiksgade 1, 1265 Copenhagen
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16:00
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Lokal Gallery
Midsummer Beers
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Gammel Strand 48, 1202 Copenhagen
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Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, 1410 Copenhagen
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17:00
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20:00
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PaPiPress
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Address
Dronningens Tværgade 19, 1302 København, Denmark
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13:00
End
17:00
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Ferm Living
Talk with Robbie Whitehead, Simon Watson & Phillipp Materna
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Ny Østergade 28, 1101 Copenhagen
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14:00
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14:45
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Gammel Mønt 11, København, Danmark
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18:00
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