Antwerp Design Week 2025: A Sustainable Vision for Belgian Design
Next 1st June, Antwerp Design Week 2025 opens its doors to a world of innovation rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship, and circular thinking. From June 1–5, the city of Antwerp will once again become a vibrant design destination—this time with an even stronger commitment to eco-conscious design. For the first time, the event invites not just professionals, but also passionate design lovers to immerse themselves in a curated journey through five districts showcasing both Belgian heritage and forward-thinking international talent. Discover what you can not to miss if you are a conscious design seeker.
Antwerp Design Week 2025 is not only a showcase of aesthetic brilliance —it’s a statement on how design must evolve to meet the climate challenges of our time. Whether you’re seeking ethically made homeware, cutting-edge recycled materials, or organically inspired art pieces, the brands highlighted here promise to inspire a more sustainable future.
According to ADW Founder Geert-Jan Van Cauwelaert and Project Lead Emma Vanbeckevoort, sustainability is not just a buzzword at this year’s event—it’s a foundational principle. From partnerships with design schools promoting eco-conscious innovation to the event operations themselves, every aspect is designed with circularity and responsibility in mind.
Immerse yourself in a curated journey through five districts showcasing both Belgian heritage and forward-thinking international talent. Beyond its sleek surfaces and bold aesthetics, what sets this year apart is a clear shift towards sustainability as a core value. From responsible production methods to materials rooted in nature, here are the brands and concepts not to miss for conscious design seekers.
“What makes Antwerp Design Week special is the integration of sustainability and circularity in every aspect, from the showcased designs to the event operations. We’re also partnering more closely with design schools, giving a platform to the next generation of Belgian talent.” – says Project Lead Emma Vanbeckevoort.
Evolution21
Timeless elegance, Sophisticated taste
One of the most exciting names on the lineup is Evolution21, a design brand making waves for its luxury contemporary furniture and classic-modern designs. Under Karine Bonjean’s direction, Evolution21 delivers timeless elegance for sophisticated tastes.
Their artisans blend tradition with innovation, crafting elegant pieces. Committed to excellence, they use superior materials and meticulous detail. Known across Europe for high-end textiles and leathers, they ensure quality in every piece.
Atelier Vierkant
Organic Form, Local Clay
Known for its sculptural pottery, Atelier Vierkant continues to honour the earth through its use of local, organic clay and timeless handcrafting techniques. Each piece is made in Belgium by skilled artisans, using low-impact processes that emphasise longevity and natural form. Their philosophy embraces slowness and authenticity —values that resonate deeply in today’s climate-conscious world.
Atelier Vierkant’s signature aesthetic lies in its organic forms and textures, inspired by nature’s beauty. Their creations range from minimalist vases to striking sculptural installations, all characterized by their earthy hues, tactile surfaces, and timeless elegance.
Domani
Enriching Spaces through authenticity
Domani is a renowned manufacturer of high-quality pottery, defined by a passion for craftsmanship, natural materials and timeless design. Every piece is conceived and designed at their Antwerp headquarters, then meticulously crafted in their workshop near the historic Hungarian city of Pécs, where they honour traditional techniques while embracing innovation.
Since 2024, Domani has been part of a newly established Belgian outdoor luxury group alongside Tribù, a leader in high-end outdoor furniture. This partnership strengthens their commitment to excellence while ensuring that Domani retains its unique identity, artisanal expertise and production integrity. Their focus remains unchanged: to create pottery that enriches spaces – indoors and out – through authenticity, presence and longevity.
D&M Depot
Botanical Beauty in Sustainable Form
If indoor greenery is your aesthetic, D&M Depot should top your list. Known for its modern plant pots and home accessories, the brand has made strides in using eco-friendly composites and recycled content. Their design language is soft and minimal—letting the beauty of nature and sustainable materials shine through.
Today, the D&M range – for indoors and outdoors – includes more than 1,500 high-quality products. Thanks to their special focus on innovation in material, design and sustainability, each season they are able to present decorative items with a unique and timeless character.
In Geert-Jan words: “Our goal is to grow ADW into the go-to event for Belgian design internationally. We want it to be the moment when buyers, media, and design lovers from across the world look to Belgium for inspiration and innovation.”
ASA Selection
Fashion-Forward Tradition
Founded in 1976, ASA Selection is a leading manufacturer of ceramic home accessories. With the philosophy “simple things are beautiful,” ASA focuses on clear shapes and colors for products such as tableware, kitchenware, and home décor. Committed to sustainability, ASA Selection emphasises a fair, handmade production, with many items crafted in traditional ceramic regions like Portugal.
GOMMAIRE
Organic Living
GOMMAIRE Organic Living is a Belgian brand offering indoor and outdoor furniture with a signature organic touch. Our timeless designs, from teak wood tables to upholstered sofas and accessories, suit any style. Crafted for quality and exclusivity, GOMMAIRE pieces turn a house into a home, ensuring lasting enjoyment in any setting.
Gardeco
Artisanship with a Conscience
Gardeco’s mesmerising art and design objects are born in the minds of both upcoming and renowned designers and artists from all corners of the world. The result of these partnerships are exclusive collections that evoke profound emotions and carry meaningful stories.
Gardeco continues to act as a bridge between global artisans and contemporary European design, sourcing natural and responsibly harvested materials. Their focus on small-batch production and fair labour practices is a testament to how design can uplift communities and protect natural resources at once.
Henry Dean
Color and Craftmanship
The Henry Dean company was founded in 1972 and is now a second generation family-owned business. Henry Dean specialises in a range of exclusive decorative glass objects. The art and nature inspired designs are all created in-house with a focus on colour and craftmanship.
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