Within the framework of its Spring 2023 Design Work Grants, Pro Helvetia has selected eleven projects for concept development, prototype development, production or project extension funding
What particularly impressed the jury about this edition of the Work Grants Design was the inclusion of many projects from underrepresented sectors, i.e. projects developed for care homes or unpopular spaces in need of design. These projects are encouraging examples of responsible designers who invest in meaningful research and projects, thus making a difference. The projects supported are very qualitative, well-crafted and defined with a clear vision, innovation and purpose, carried out by dedicated designers.
The awarded projects are:
Concept development funding
- Camille Kunz «Pietra Serena»
- Marine Bouvard «Mistral»
- Miriam Barth «Flora Alpina»
Prototype development funding
- Adeline Rappaz «Creation of the Adeline Rappaz brand Phase 2»
- FINAL STUDIO GmbH «Finally. für die Lebensreise. für fragile Zeiten.»
- Sophie Fellay «Studio Remo»
- Naima Trabelsi «TRABELSI»
- Panter & Tourron
Production funding
- Akuto Studio «Chord Machine AKT-0.1»
- Berninox SA «The Swiss toothbrush for life»
- Swiss Leather Goods Company AG «Brazier – Contemporary men’s accessories»
Project extension funding
- Dojo Tech AG «Dojo. The future of storytelling is a stick»
Design Work Grants
The next Design Work Grants open on 1 January 2024. Please apply here.
