During Dutch Design Week 2025, Crafts Council Nederland will present a major group exhibition — a celebration of unique craftsmanship, remarkable design, materials and skill.
In an era increasingly defined by globalization, digitalization and robotics, it is essential to once again place the unique human qualities of making at the center. Craftsmanship, which requires a careful interplay of thinking, doing and shaping, is a fundamental part of our human identity and evolution. It’s not only about the quality of the finished product, but above all about the deep knowledge and expertise embedded in the making process itself. This demands creativity, imagination and sensory skills — the core elements of true craftsmanship.
Craft also carries profound social meaning. It connects us to our shared origins through objects, stories and traditions. Across the world, crafts are deeply rooted in every culture — diverse, inclusive, and accessible to all, regardless of age, gender or cultural background. These are essential values to highlight in today’s polarized world.
