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Story of the month

Two men stand next to each other in an interior room at the Creative Transformation Summit and smile at the camera. One is wearing a dark sweater and has a beard, the other is wearing glasses and a light gray sweater. The background is softly blurred.

And suddenly it went woom

With woom, Christian Bezdeka and Marcus Ihlenfeld developed children’s bikes that take into account the needs of people aged 1.5 to 14.

Read more: And suddenly it went woom

Creative of the month

Clarissa Steurer, with long brown hair and a black shirt, stands with her arms folded - one hand is visible - leaning against a wall made of cork and vertical wooden beams, looking into the camera and smiling gently.

Clarissa Steurer – With hand, heart and cork

Innovative design, sustainable materials and entrepreneurial courage. At CLARISSAKORK, creative visions merge with economic foresight. Clarissa Steurer shows how a company can be created that combines craftsmanship, digitalization and social responsibility.

Read more: Clarissa Steurer – With hand, heart and cork
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  • A group of people sit and relax in a bright event room during Vienna Design Week. Three adults in the front row are chatting and smiling, one man is lounging with his legs stretched out, while others are mingling in the background.
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt. Dates

    Creative Mornings

    monthly | Vienna | Once a month, always on the last Friday morning, the community meets at different, exciting locations such as museums, cafés, studios…

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    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt.
  • A group of adults sits in a classroom or seminar room during Vienna Design Week, listening attentively and smiling. The focus is on a woman with glasses and shoulder-length hair in the foreground, while others sit behind her.
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt. Dates

    Vienna Design Week 2026

    25.9.-4.10.2026 | Vienna | Ten days full of design, ideas and inspiration: VIENNA DESIGN WEEK is Austria’s largest curated design festival.

    Read more: Vienna Design Week 2026
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt.
  • A woman smiles and gestures with her hands as she talks to another person in a bright, modern café with green plants. A cup and saucer are on the table in front of her.
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt. Dates

    Climate Biennale Vienna

    9.4.-10.5.26 | Vienna | The Vienna Climate Biennale returns with its second edition as an interdisciplinary festival at the interface of art and climate.

    Read more: Climate Biennale Vienna
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt.
  • A sign reading "Let's talk culture and technology", a microphone symbol and the logo of the Vienna Business Agency. In the background, a blurred speaker stands on stage, highlighting the global dialog in the run-up to SXSW London 2026.
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt. Dates

    Creative Days Vienna

    20 & 21.5.26 | Vienna | As part of the startup festival ViennaUP, Creative Days Vienna brings together international creative professionals for talks, workshops, tours…

    Read more: Creative Days Vienna
    • Ein roter, handgezeichneter Kreis mit einer gekrümmten Linie im Inneren, die einem einfachen, abstrakten lächelnden Gesicht auf hellgrauem Hintergrund ähnelt.
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