A little detail about North Borneo Design Week – aims to position Kota Kinabalu as a strategic creative hub to connect countries in The East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) through the showcase of Malaysia’s creative industry. This design week will also be an eye-opener for local creative practitioners as professionals from all over the world are invited to share about their respective fields, vice versa from our local creative industry to the public.
What is North Borneo Design Week and Jesselton Artisan Market?
Eating is a need, enjoying is an art~
Seats.my don’t just love to eat, we enjoy ART! Firstly, introducing Jesselton Artisan Market! It is founded on 1st of April 2017 and by now, every SABAHAN should have known already.
The Jesselton Artisan Market is a curated showcase of Borneo’s skilled artisans and their creations. It is borne from Salt x Paper‘s owner, Aaron Lam & Chrystin Choo. With their goals in, “We want to bring our Malaysian designs to an international market” has now been closer!
This weekend from 27th October 2018 to 2nd November 2018, they are collaborating with North Borneo Design Week (NBDW)! It is the first time ever, Kota Kinabalu’s week-long festival to celebrate creativity in visual communication.
Let talk about North Borneo Design Week
The aim of North Borneo Design Week is to to bring together designers, architects, artists, craftsmen and makers from all around the region. The event is set to include talks, demonstrations and exhibitions.
The event will be hosted in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of North Borneo. The event is scheduled to start on the 14th of April with a welcome dinner. The event will continue the next day with a conference. The conference will Fabrizio Rossi, a internationally acclaimed designer, who will talk about design around the world. There will also be a presentation about the architecture of Sabah.
After this, there will be a chance to look at some of the designers and concept artists who will be showing off their work. There will also be a seminar focusing on interior design.
During the weekdays, there will be a day of workshops. Some of the workshops include beading, embroidery and batik. The workshops will be run by local experts in their field. There will also be a demonstration on how to do calligraphy.
There will be a chance to look at some different collections. There will also be a demonstration on making wall paintings.
Why Should I Visit?
North Borneo Design Week is an event that is not to be missed. If you are an interior designer or fashion designer, this event will be the perfect opportunity to showcase your work. You will also have a chance to meet and chat with designers and architects from all around the region.
The event is also a great opportunity to see a new side of Malaysia. Sabah is a region which is unique in its own right. It is full of history and culture and has beautiful beaches. It is also extremely affordable for visitors.
If you are planning on visiting Sabah, this event is something which you should not miss. You will have a chance to explore the local culture and arts and crafts. You will also be able to see some beautiful designs and learn more about the region.
If you are visiting Sabah for business, this event is also perfect. It will give you the chance to network and meet with other people in your industry.
If you are visiting the festival for any other reason, the event offers something for all. It will give you some insights into Malaysia’s culture and lifestyle. You will also have the chance to take part in workshops and demonstrations from experts in their field.
If you are visiting Sabah with your family, the event offers something for everyone. If you are a parent, you will have a chance to learn a new skill. If you are a teenager, there is the opportunity to explore a new culture.
If you are visiting North Borneo Design Week, make sure you take the time to explore the websites of the designers, architects, artists, craftsmen and makers who will be showing off their work.
You will also have the chance to check out some of the art exhibitions.
If you have family or friends in the region, this event remains the perfect excuse to visit.
Salt x Paper
Address: No. 51, Jalan Gaya, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Business Hours: 12PM to 6PM (closed on Monday & Tuesday)
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/1PfMdyUbCNq
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Jesselton Artisan Market
Address: Jalan Riverson 1, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Business Hours: 8AM to 9PM
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/RnWqEwsBexD2
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North Borneo Design Week
Address: Jalan Riverson 1, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Business Hours: 10AM to 6PM
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/RnWqEwsBexD2
Do join them on Facebook & Instagram for more updates.
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