Katarzyna Kowalczyk

Forget-Me-Not tells the story of my grandmother’s life as she shares the challenges of growing up in Poland during wartime, reflecting on the closeness of family and treasured traditions passed down through generations. Through tales and songs, she shares profound joy and a sense of belonging found in life’s simple moments. This book is a… Continue reading Katarzyna Kowalczyk

Jingkun Qiao

Going back to my childhood memories of raising silkworms. The physical existence of human beings was erased, and only my “ghost” as an experiencer existed in my childhood bedroom. My existence in the past decomposed in the animism garden* of my childhood. My physical body felt tired in human society, and my cyber body/consciousness returned to… Continue reading Jingkun Qiao

Inês Louro

Why Do People Cry at Funerals? is a graphic novel containing various short stories and reflections focusing on the exploration of death and grief. The novel follows Irene in various moments of their life, while they’re trying to understand what death means to them. By taking inspiration from my personal stories and thoughts, I explore… Continue reading Inês Louro

Hélder Pina

In Africa, a griot is charged with the responsibility of preserving the stories of the village. Every individual contributes with their stories, and the griot memorises them, ensuring that future generations are aware of their cultural heritage. As the griot grows older, they pass on these same stories to another individual. It is often said… Continue reading Hélder Pina

Hannes Schievink

Plagued by the constant desire for a consistent identity, one (although in vain) tries to compose rules and routines to handle reality as it comes. More often than not, I find myself disheartened when the rules I came up with days ago do not apply anymore. Turmoil: Rites of Sincerity arose from a need to… Continue reading Hannes Schievink

Amanda Islam Gustafsson

Dear Reader, you find yourself suspended in space, suddenly removed from your once so familiar home on earth. Your once human form has transformed into a glowing orb of light. In front of you are four doors. As you step through them, you land in worlds other than the one you think you know by… Continue reading Amanda Islam Gustafsson

Agnes Guttormsgaard

Gjenskinn is a graphic novel about feeling stuck, and the attempt to walk it off. The comic follows the young student Mia as she leaves her apartment around midnight to go buy snacks, ending up on a trip that is both longer and more social than planned. Exploring themes of melancholia through excessive overthinking and… Continue reading Agnes Guttormsgaard

Wolfgang Laimer

Biotechnological processes and body-hacking have evolved. Now, individuals customise their physiology to meet their specific needs. The Autograft Runners are designed to push the athletic boundaries of long-distance running. This footwear is crafted through tissue engineering and utilises the wearer’s own biomaterials to enhance the feet for long runs. It is the tool of choice… Continue reading Wolfgang Laimer

Sanna Cham

My degree project explores identity through my cultural background from Sweden and Gambia. By delving into historical archives, I have explored techniques, colours, stories, music, and materials to incorporate them into my design. Using data collection and other sources of information, I have allowed myself to be inspired by various elements and have created my… Continue reading Sanna Cham

Martin Karlsson

State of Day is a design proposal for a watch that uses existing light to gradually reveal the passage of time, by distinguishing and highlighting the five different stages of light a day consists of: Day, Civil Twilight, Nautical Twilight, Astronomical Twilight, Night. The project is based on mechanical watchmaking and participates in the discussion… Continue reading Martin Karlsson