In 2009 DutchDFA participated very succesfully in the Shanghai International Creative Industry Week. The SICIW awarded the Dutch participation with the Award for Best Exhibition of SICIW 2009, for the Architecture and Public Space presentation.
Shanghai Creative Industry Week held September 2010 is highly regarded internationally as a comprehensive platform to promote creative industries. SICIW is a city-sponsored and endorsed event that will be a week - long celebration of all things design, architecture and fashion. SICIW has been held annually since 2005 and has attracted over 400,000 visitors, of which 60 per cent have been industry professionals, government officials and VIP guests. Exhibitors from more than 30 countries have showcased their products during this week–long expo. It has achieved acclaim and the status as one of Shanghai's most influential creative events.
DutchDFA will coordinate a mission from 14 to 20 September to Shanghai International Creative Industry Week that includes various events (including a lecture, network lunches, parties etc.) supporting and highlighting the Dutch presence.
This year SICIW coincides with the World expo and the opening of the Dutch Design Work space. The following events will take place during this five-day trip:
- Excursion Shanghai International Creative Industry Week 2010
- Exhibition Dutch Design Awards 2009
- Seminar ‘Ingenuity & integrity’
- Visit to the World Expo Shanghai
- Visit to the Dutch Design Workspace (www.dutchdesignworkspace.com)
- Matchmaking activities (This part is still under construction)
Dutch designers who wish to participate an download an information sheet here (in Dutch).