Ukrainian design nowadays is a response to reality—where materials define possibilities. In a time of upheaval, designers and artisans work with what is available: natural resources, traditional crafts, and recycled materials. The exhibition 'Material Resistance: Ukrainian Design in Action' explores how matter takes shape, transforming raw materials into contemporary design objects. Much like matter resisting pressure and destruction, Ukrainian design today is shaped by resilience, and every material becomes much more than just a resource—it carries cultural identity and ability to withstand external forces. This is a story of resistance, that is not just about endurance but also about transformation.