C Gustav fair for design, fashion and consumer culture (c) Sarah Schmid I Messe Dornbirn
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Art fairs and design exhibitions
Showcases for quality products – easy to explore and ready to buy!
In this age of climate crisis and energy shortages, is buying and selling still ethical? And is a watered-down version of consumption now possible?
Perhaps it’s not only possible, but essential. After all, the notion that everyone can have everything without worrying about the future is an illusion. That’s why we should be much more conscious consumers, buying and enjoying sustainable products that will provide lasting satisfaction.
These fairs are showcases for innovative product concepts, sustainable projects and exhibitions. They feature regional and international innovations with a particular focus on forging a successful future. Chat to the exhibitors themselves about the origin of the goods, witness production first hand and sample the results for yourself – all before you buy…
One thing’s for certain: high-quality sustainable products are back in vogue.
Explore good design and products
Showcases for high-quality sustainable products
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01 Art Lake Constance
Collectors, aficionados and newbies gather every year at Art Bodensee in Dornbirn, the only summer art fair in the German-speaking world. As the temperatures rise, take the chance to experience terrific art up close – and even buy a few works yourself! At the cutting-edge trade fair centre in Dornbirn, visitors can enjoy chatting to gallery owners and artists before investing in their favourite creations.
- Art Bodensee, in July 2021
Messe Dornbirn trade fair centre
- Art Bodensee, in July 2021
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02 Fesch’markt Vorarlberg #9
Feldkirch’s FESCH’MARKT is a market festival for design, food and lifestyle. Explore a variety of innovative start-ups and small producers exhibiting their finest innovations in the fields of art, fashion, cosmetics, furniture, vintage and cuisine. Don’t miss the dedicated street food festival and the wonderful range of sustainable handmade products!
- Fesch’markt Vorarlberg Feldkirch
11 to 13 December 2020
July 2021
- Fesch’markt Vorarlberg Feldkirch
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03 Gustav
Enjoy a perfect blend of design, luxury and sustainability. Discover products that combine terrific craftsmanship, material quality and durability with a wonderful feel for the modern. At Gustav, discerning consumers can find the sophisticated products they long for. Explore your favourite innovations in detail, take them for a test run and celebrate your commitment to good taste…
- Gustav, 16 to 18 October 2020 – cancelled!
Messe Dornbirn trade fair centre
- Gustav, 16 to 18 October 2020 – cancelled!
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04 POTENTIALe
The POTENTIALe trade fair and festival focuses on the close relationship between product and designer, with transparent production chains, consciously chosen materials and goods crafted in fair processes. Held every November, it sees around 100 selected exhibitors showing off their innovations and offering them for sale. Demonstrations, workshops and photography exhibitions ensure a wide range of creative influences. Further attractions include exhibitions at the Altes Hallenbad, Pförtnerhaus and Konservatorium art and culture centres, plus a vintage market, outdoor installations and a series of surprise events in the city.
- POTENTIALe, 13 to 15 November 2020
Reichenfeld cultural quarter
- POTENTIALe, 13 to 15 November 2020
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05 Unikat B - exhibition of applied art and design
A biennial sales exhibition for applied art and design held at Schloss Gayenhofen castle in Bludenz, UNIKAT B is a popular event dedicated to the finer things in life. Visitors can explore and purchase beautiful jewellery plus high-quality design items made from ceramics, textiles, felt, glass, paper and wood. And as you chat with the exhibitors, you’re sure to gain fresh insight into the national and international art and design scene.
- Unikat B, Schloss Gayenhofen castle, Bludenz
April 2021
- Unikat B, Schloss Gayenhofen castle, Bludenz
