{"id":11531,"date":"2019-05-20T14:00:09","date_gmt":"2019-05-20T14:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.covetfoundation.com\/events\/?p=11531"},"modified":"2020-01-19T19:24:41","modified_gmt":"2020-01-19T19:24:41","slug":"celebrating-craftsmanship-the-luxury-designcraftsmanship-summit-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.covetfoundation.com\/events\/celebrating-craftsmanship-the-luxury-designcraftsmanship-summit-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury Design+Craftsmanship Summit 2019: Celebrating Arts & Crafts in Porto"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are pleased to announce the 2nd<\/sup> Edition of Luxury Design & Craftsmanship<\/strong> SUMMIT<\/strong><\/u><\/a>, an independently organized Covet Group<\/strong> event, happening in the coming days 26-27 June<\/strong>, which takes place in the already recognized power-city of design: Oporto, Portugal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Pavilh\u00e3o Multiusos de Gondomar, <\/em>designed by the Pritzker winner architect Alvaro Siza Vieira, will be the ideal stage for the presentation of a unique event<\/strong>\u00a0that brings together the creative minds, designers, makers, and brands, to discuss what\u2019s next in the Luxury Design World<\/strong>. A fresh new perspective to debate the most innovative practices of the luxury and design industries as the major players in the growth and tribute of finest\u00a0Craftsmanship<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Two days of panel discussions<\/strong>, a Live Showcase<\/strong> featuring Master Artisans and an Open Doors Gallery<\/strong> with some of the best pieces handcrafted<\/strong>\u00a0by renowned artists from Europe.<\/p>\n

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Between <\/span>June 26 and 27<\/strong>, the city of Porto will gather <\/span>designers<\/strong>, entrepreneurs<\/strong> and students<\/strong>, emerging and <\/span>master craftsmen<\/strong>, art lovers<\/strong>, and some of the most important entities<\/strong> and <\/span>renowned brands<\/strong> in the luxury sector, in the much anticipated <\/span>2nd\u00a0<\/sup>Edition of the Luxury Design & Craftsmanship Summit<\/strong>. What these wonderful creative minds can expect?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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NETWORKING<\/em>
\nThe greatest opportunity of brokering new connections and strengthen ties for professional development with the brightest influencers and industry\u2019s decision makers, from the luxury sector executives to renowned brands creative minds and artists.<\/p>\n

HOT TOPICS<\/em>
\nA lively debate stimulated by keynote speakers, panel sessions and one-to-one interviews. Don\u2019t miss the opportunity to learn from creative minds and industry thought leaders.<\/p>\n

TRENDS<\/em>
\nGet to know the latest branding trends and strategies to reinvent the luxury industry, and the most avant-garde projects of design that are bringing together thinkers and makers.<\/p>\n

LIVE SHOWCASE<\/em>
\nContact directly with the master artisans and see the behind the scenes reality trough live workshops. An immersive experience to find out why exclusivity and authenticity are the main values claimed by many luxury brands worldwide.<\/p>\n

CURATED GALLERY<\/em>
\nWander through a curated exhibition of the finest craftsmanship creations. Be able to explore rich raw materials enhance the rich legacy of Arts & Crafts designed with a new contemporary narrative.<\/p>\n

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Lively debate about \u201cThe Value of Craftsmanship for the Luxury World\u201d of the previous edition of the Luxury Design+Craftsmanship Summit. Photo: \u00a9 Covet Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Attendees admiring the work of Azulejo Painting. Photo: \u00a9 Covet Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The success of the 1st<\/sup> Edition of Luxury Design & Craftsmanship<\/strong> was due to the excellent devotion of partners and renowned entities such as Ambassador Nicole Segundo from the Michelangelo Foundation<\/strong>, Marketing Director Nuno Barra from Vista Alegre<\/strong>, a renowned ceramics brand<\/strong>, among many others. The official opening ceremony was presented by the Secretary of State for Industry Ana Teresa Lehman<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Luxury Design & Craftsmanship Summit<\/strong> promises to have a unique and important role in the world of Luxury Design<\/strong><\/em>, by discussing the real contribution of Design and Craftsmanship<\/strong> to the luxury world, through the Craftsmanship in local sustainability, Branding and Design.<\/p>\n

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Am\u00e2ndio Pereira (Founder & CEO Covet Group), Nicole Segundo (Ambassador from the Michelangelo Foundation) and Fatima Santos (AORP \u2013 Associa\u00e7\u00e3o de Ourivesaria e Relojaria Portuguesa). Photo: \u00a9 Covet Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Ana Teresa Lehman (Secretary of Portuguese State for Industry, 2018) contemplating the live showcase of master artisans. Photo: \u00a9 Covet Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Master Artisan, carefully working with Filigree, an ancient craftsmanship technique. Photo: \u00a9 Covet Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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It is worth reviewing here a bit of the 2018 edition:<\/p>\n