The second edition of FIND - Design Fair Asia, a three-day tradeshow, offered an incredible lineup of interior brands, emerging designers, and next-gen 3D printing showcases.
As the convergence point for suppliers, around 300 brands and 15,000 visitors were present to strengthen connections with Asia's interior design, property development, retail and workspace sectors.
During Singapore Design Week (SDW), the key highlight of FIND – Design Fair Asia was the introduction of three key Design Districts: Marina Bay, Bras Basah/Bugis and Orchard Road.
"FIND – Design Fair Asia is the perfect platform to bring together the world of Italian design with the Asian one," said Roberto Foresti, Deputy General Director of Fiera Milano.
"It represents the ideal business tool to serve the entire sector community. As Fiera Milano, we are proud to be part of this project and to have contributed to developing a second innovative edition, bringing to Singapore some of the most representative companies of Made in Italy in the world."
Italy, the largest single contingent of international exhibitors, had the "Italia Geniale", created by the Italian Industrial Design Association (ADI) and supported by the Italian Embassy and the Italian Trade Agency in Singapore. The collection includes a selection of over 80 world-famous icons of Italian design, recognised with the prestigious "Compasso d'Oro" award.
The Italian Pavilion designed by Stefano Boeri Interiors' has a central "piazza" that functions as the beating heart of the entire pavilion and is the site of the FIND - Global Summit.
A new feature unveiled at FIND is the Urban Design Showcase, which highlights cutting-edge techniques and technologies and a spotlight on French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani, who uses 3D printers and sustainable materials to sculpt urban design solutions.
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and the Thai Trade Center in Singapore have also handpicked 15 Thai companies that demonstrate a commitment to working within the framework of a bio-circular-green economy.
Day 1 witnessed the likes of Jaelle Ang, Co-founder and CEO of The Great Room, give her take at a panel on regenerative design in the workplace. French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani shared his experiences exploring advanced manufacturing techniques in the design world.
On Day 2, a regional panel comprising speakers such as DesignSingapore Council's Executive Director Dawn Lim and Kuala Lumpur Design Festival's Director Muhamad Razif Nasruddin offered their thoughts on Asia's rapidly evolving creative landscape.
Lading Italian design publication Interni Magazine also had a masterclass, Between Modernity and Contemporary – How to Become an Icon.
The last day saw a multinational panel of speakers analyse the strategies needed to succeed in the highly competitive retail sphere and a multidimensional design approach needed to create an environment that caters to the needs and desires of guests.
FIND reaffirms its value as a trading platform with its base in Singapore offering an opportunity to exchange views on regenerative design, renaissance of workspace, manufacturing innovation, illumination and the convergence of different creative disciplines that manifest through design.
