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VIA Design & Business

VIA Design & Business
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VIA Design & Business is one of the largest design and business academies in the Nordic region, with more than 1.100 students in the fashion, furniture, and lifestyle industries. With campuses in Herning and Aarhus, VIA Design & Business covers a wide range of specialisations. The intersection of design and business is a unique part of the DNA, and cross–disciplinary collaboration gives students an in–depth understanding of companies’ value chains. The main focus is to contribute to the green transition.

VIA Design & Business presents a curated exhibition featuring current students and last year’s graduates. The themes include innovation, function, material experimentation, responsible production, and, of course, form. The exhibition showcases a wide variety of what engages design students in 2025. Several of these designs have been developed in collaboration with companies. This type of collaboration is a key focus of the program.

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Patch Design is an eco–conscious artisan studio that blends sustainability with craftsmanship and advanced manufacturing. Drawing inspiration from the centuries–old tradition of repairing fishing nets, Patch Design creates artistic, collectible art pieces and furniture that honours the resilience of coastal communities. The plastic used is sourced from ocean waste. The studio's work merges cutting–edge technology with the artistry of traditional coastal handicrafts to produce unique pieces that address both the environmental challenges of ocean plastic waste and the preservation of cultural values. Through each creation, Patch Design aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for craftsmanship, sustainability, and the protection of our oceans.
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AL2 is a design and furniture brand founded in 2013, yet rooted in wood making since 1970. The owner, Manos Alexopoulos, has a passion for crafting high–end furniture with unique designs, which has transformed al2 into a distinctive Greek lifestyle brand with a notable presence in the design world. Throughout the years, the brand has formed strong partnerships with award–winning designers to create products that embody elegance, versatility, and contemporary refinement. The goal is to design spaces—homes, offices, public areas—tailored to the client's needs and identity. AL2 is available in over 30 countries and holds ISO certification in Quality Management and Industrial Design.
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