You know best what types of location suits your project. That’s why we believe it’s important for designers to have the freedom to choose where they want to hold their exhibition or activity. While finding a location is your own responsibility, we are happy to assist you.
What locations can you choose from?
DDW Locations
To help you, we have compiled a list of locations that rent out space to participants. Once your project is approved, you can access this list in your project application within your My DDW account by going to your application and clicking the pulsating button.
Found a suitable location? Don’t submit just yet; contact the venue directly to secure a space first. When you are in contact with the location, share your project description and requirements, and discuss whether there is enough space for the presentation you have in mind. Make clear agreements with the location, including collaboration and coordination with you and any other participants.
After you have reached an agreement with the location, please let us know and submit your location in your My DDW account.
DDW Locations
Klokgebouw and Ketelhuisplein
Dutch Design Week programmes the locations Klokgebouw and Ketelhuisplein at Strijp-S during DDW.
More information about Klokgebouw →
More information about Ketelhuisplein →
Would you like to exhibit here? When submitting your project through your My DDW account, mention ‘Klokgebouw,’ or ‘Ketelhuisplein’ under the section ‘Tell us more about your location.’The programme team will assess whether your project is suitable for the chosen location. Please note that indicating your preference does not guarantee a spot. If your project is not allocated a space, you will be notified and can then explore other locations from the list.
Already have a location?
Ask your person of contact at the location to register the location in My DDW, or do it yourself if it’s your own studio or workshop. In that case, you are both a participant and a location manager. To register a location, go to your My DDW dashboard, click the ‘Locations’ tab, and complete the location form.
Permits
As a participant, you are responsible for checking whether you need a permit for your exhibition location. If a permit is required, notify the DDW organisation before June 1st and start the application process by that date at the latest. Please note: there will be extra costs if we have to apply for a permit for you.
More information about permits →
Location Participation
Do you have a location you’d like to offer to participants during DDW? Check the conditions and let us know so we can help find the right participants for you!
