Design Factory Stuttgart is evolving for 2026

Something new is taking shape at Design Factory Stuttgart. In 2026, we’re evolving with a new structure and an expanded offer at ARENA2036, designed to make it even easier to connect, collaborate, and learn through real experience.

Guided by our vision “Transforming your Tomorrow”, we’re strengthening our role as an experience platform for innovation and learning. Our mission remains the same: to empower organizations, teams, and individuals to unlock their full potential, embrace new perspectives, and co-create in order to responsibly shape our future.

From 2026 onwards, our work is anchored in two core areas:

Co-Creation
An inspiring environment where students and early talents collaborate with professionals, exploring ideas across disciplines and working on real-world challenges through hands-on formats and guided projects.

What Co-Creation looks like in practice:

• Hands-on formats that encourage experimentation and rapid learning
• Guided projects that structure the process from challenge to outcome
• A real-world context that connects ideas to societal and industry needs

Academy
Practical workshops and courses for students and professionals to strengthen innovation and future skills, with clear methods, expert guidance, and immersive learning experiences that turn insights into impact.

What to expect from the Academy:

• Skill-building experiences grounded in proven innovation methods
• Expert facilitation and structured learning journeys
• A focus on applicability—so learning directly supports real work

We’re excited to share what’s next.

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