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During this year’s edition of Antwerp Design Week, the historic Kolveniershof opens its doors as one of the most remarkable meeting places in the city. Hidden in the heart of Antwerp, this temporary transformation brings together heritage, scenography, storytelling and contemporary Belgian design in a way that feels both intimate and unexpected. We sat down with the team behind the project to talk about Antwerp, design and the unique story of the Kolveniershof. Q&A with Kolve

During Antwerp Design Week, discover Antwerp through the eyes of Jasmijn Verlinden. Across four curated walks, she guides different audiences through a carefully selected route of inspiring showrooms, remarkable architecture, hidden gems and meaningful design stories. Each walk is tailored to its audience, from design lovers to retail professionals and architects, creating a unique perspective on the city and its creative landscape. Design Lover Walk — Saturday, May 30 A cura

Across the city, 4 exhibitions offer a glimpse into this evolving landscape, each with its own voice, yet connected by a shared sense of curiosity and momentum. A RAW IDEA Boerentoren In the iconic Boerentoren, itself a building in transition, A RAW IDEA by ID&A Mechelen embraces design in its most honest form. Here, the focus shifts away from the final object and towards the designer. Sketches, prototypes and reflections are presented side by side, revealing the full journe

We could give you countless reasons why we believe in Antwerp Design Week. But sometimes, it means more to hear it from someone else. That is why we are proud to introduce one of our ambassadors. In the coming weeks, you will discover a series of personal stories, each offering a unique perspective on the experience. Can you introduce yourself and your background? “ I studied in Norway and now run my own interior architecture studio in Belgium, alongside my own paint line. My

The Edit at Antwerp Design Week From 30 May to 3 June 2026, Antwerp Design Week will take over the city and region of Antwerp for the fourth time. During the week, more than 60 Belgian design brands present their latest work to Belgian and international design professionals and enthusiasts. Alongside the showrooms, hubs and pop-ups of Antwerp Design Week, The Edit (formerly Young Creatives) returns for its second edition. This curated platform for emerging designers and young

We could give you countless reasons why we believe in Antwerp Design Week. But sometimes, it means more to hear it from someone else. That is why we are proud to introduce one of our ambassadors. In the coming weeks, you will discover a series of personal stories, each offering a unique perspective on the experience. Meet Laurent De Greef, CEO of a participating Belgian brand. Can you introduce yourself and your company? “I’m Laurent, founder of Gommaire, an Antwerp-based com

During Antwerp Design Week 2026, the Boerentoren becomes the setting for a special exhibition by alumni of Thomas More University interior, design & architecture . In this enchanting building, deeply interwoven with the history of Antwerp, emerging talent will show visitors of Antwerp Design Week their work. ©Kristof Vrancken Completed in 1931, the Boerentoren was Europe’s first skyscraper and, at the time, the tallest building in Belgium. Its striking art deco architecture