Design Conference: PAUSE TO THINK - MOVE TO CREATE

Designers, agencies, students, researchers, and creatives unite for an enriching experience at the epda Spring Conference 2026 in Helsinki! Join us for two days filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and inspiring talks that focus on the essence of design away from the rush of production.

📍 Day 1: Thursday, 11 June

• Venue: UPM Headquarters
• Experience the epda Label Design Challenge Exhibition & Awards
• Opening keynote by Oona Horx Strathern, trend & future researcher
• Welcome reception

📍 Day 2: Friday, 12 June

• Venue: Stora Enso Headquarters
• An impressive lineup of international speakers
• Architectural tour of Finland's largest mass timber building
• Engage in sessions on packaging innovation
• Networking and exchange opportunities

Featured Speakers:

✦ Javier Jaén — Graphic Designer & Illustrator (ES)
✦ Paula Pozza — Founder & Creative Director, Studio Zak (IT/BR)
✦ David Speed — Artist & Podcast Host (UK)
✦ Pancho Tolchinsky — Cognitive Science Educator (ES)
✦ Sanna-Kaisa Niikko — CMO, Marimekko (FI)
✦ Piëtke Visser — Creative Director, Kuudes (FI)
✦ Delphine Conzelmann & Jean-Jacques Schaffner — JJSSCC (CH)

Conference Chair:

Markus Joutsela, Aalto University (FI)

🎟️ Tickets are now available!
✨ Grafia ry and Ornamo members enjoy a 50% discount — contact us for details!
🔗 Full programme & registration

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