28/08/2026
REFRESH x Fantoche
Ways into Being
2 - 6 September 2026
Stanzerei Baden
refresh.zhdk.ch
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REFRESH x Fantoche, running from September 2 to 6, 2026, is a exhibition exploring the intersection of Arts, Design & Technology. The 5th edition of REFRESH x Fantoche is a longterm partnership between the Department of Design and the Immersive Arts Space of the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), and the International Animation Film Festival Fantoche.
The exhibition will feature 17 projects of international artists and alumni of the Department of Design of Zurich University of the Arts to envision possible futures and new fields of action for design and the arts. REFRESH x Fantoche 2026 will focus on «Ways into Being», reflecting the impact of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence on society and the planetary well-being. The line up highlights the crucial role of creative practitioners and thinkers engaging critically and responsibly with digital transformation. In guided tours and a public talk visitors can deepen their expertise in the field and are able to engage with the various artists and talents.
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TEAM
Head of REFRESH
Prof. Dr. Chris Salter
Maike Thies .thies
Head of REFRESH X Fantoche
Maike Thies .thies
Curation REFRESH X Fantoche
Maike Thies .thies
Technical Manager
Stefan Kraft
Scenographic Advisor
Stephan Wespi
Identity / Motion Design
Abhash Mittal
Communication & Public Relations
Maike Thies .thies
Anna Tschopp
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REFRESH X Fantoche is supported by the following partners:
FREITAG
IFCO
International Animation Film Festival Fantoche
Department of Design, Zurich University of the Arts ZHdK
Immersive Arts Space ZHdK
Swiss Centre for Responsible AI (DIZH)