MAD Brussels

01/06/2026

⚙️ Last spots available for our introductory CNC milling workshop with Mekanika !

On Wednesday 10 June 2026, MAD Brussels and Mekanika invite you to discover how CNC milling can support your creative projects at the Mekanika Lab in Anderlecht. Whether you work with wood, aluminium, plastics or other materials, this workshop offers a practical introduction to digital milling, regardless of your level of experience.

Led by Louise Dousset, CNC expert at Mekanika, the session will explore how CNC milling can be integrated into every stage of the creative process, from rapid prototyping to final production. Through demonstrations and practical insights, participants will gain a better understanding of machining processes and the CAD/CAM tools increasingly used in creative studios and independent workshops.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own material samples (wood, aluminium, plastics, plexiglass, foam, cork and more) to observe how they behave during the demonstrations and better understand the possibilities offered by CNC milling. The workshop will conclude with an informal drink, creating space for discussion, questions and networking.

Participation is free, but places are limited. The workshop will be held in English or French, depending on the audience. Register & read more info here 👉 https://mad.brussels/en/agenda/2026/06/workshop-mekanika

🗓 Wednesday 10.06.2026
🕒 14:00–17:00, followed by a drink until 18:00
📍 Mekanika Lab, Chaussée de Mons 1281, 1070 Anderlecht

29/05/2026

Tomorrow, 17 art venues across downtown Brussels join forces to present a curated artistic parcours, bringing together galleries, institutions, artist-run spaces and private collections. For one day, visitors are invited to explore the city through a cultural lens and experience the richness of Brussels’ contemporary art scene.

From established institutions to independent initiatives, the parcours highlights a wide diversity of artistic practices, from painting and sculpture to installations, photography and performance, while fostering connections between local and international artists, collectors and audiences.

Using a dedicated map, visitors can navigate the different locations at their own pace, creating a personal journey through the city and discovering both familiar and unexpected spaces transformed by art.

Don’t miss Downtown Brussels Art tomorrow, Saturday, May 30! Open from 11 AM to 6 PM. Free & open to all. More info? Check it out here! 👉 https://www.downtownbrusselsart.be

22/05/2026

MAD Brussels connected Théâtre National Wallonie-Bruxelles with Brussels-based fashion designer Kenza Taleb Vandeput, founder of Kasbah Kosmic, for the 2026–2027 theatre season campaign. The collaboration resulted in a beautiful collection to kick off the new season!⁠
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Known for her sustainable approach to fashion, Kenza designed various silhouettes for the campaign that seamlessly blend cultural influences, upcycled fabrics, and vibrant storytelling. Based on the idea of elevating workwear to a more refined professional garment, the campaign’s outcome is a powerful encounter between fashion, performance, and artistic expression.⁠
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Belgian-Algerian designer Kenza Taleb Vandeput founded Kasbah Kosmic in 2019, creating handmade and upcycled pieces inspired by North African heritage, music, art, and contemporary culture. Her work explores identity, inclusivity, and sustainability, and has been featured in exhibitions, installations, and international creative projects across Brussels, Paris, London, Amsterdam, and New York. Kenza is also a former MAD Incubator resident.⁠
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Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes of the shoot! 👀 You’ll be able to discover the full project on June 4 at 7 PM at the Théâtre National Wallonie-Bruxelles during the season presentation, and throughout the entire 2026–2027 season.⁠
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📷 Atelier teinture - Visuel saison 26-27 - Théâtre National Wallonie-Bruxelles⁠
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12/05/2026

Take a look at the process and final result of a successful creative match between Loomi Textile and Win for Life! 😍⁠
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Last year, Win for Life and MAD Brussels launched an open call inviting Belgium-based designers to create a recycled capsule collection for the Win for Life festival staff using old Win for Life T-shirts and wristbands.⁠
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After a jury selection, the design by Loomi Textile was selected. Loomi Textile is a multidisciplinary studio founded by Elfie Poiré and Manon Gondek. For the capsule collection, they reinterpreted the circle from the Win for Life logo into a screen-printed pattern using the brand’s iconic colours. The collection was crafted entirely from old festival T-shirts and wristbands, which were deconstructed and reassembled into new designs. The result? Colourful, handcrafted, upcycled T-shirts with a sporty vibe!⁠
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Spot the T-shirts this summer at your favourite festivals!⁠
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Photography by Sam Gilbert
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11/05/2026

LAST CALL 📣These are the final days to apply for this TRY AGAIN? open call inviting designers and makers to transform pharmaceutical glass syringes into design objects or a capsule furniture collection!

The winning finalist will receive guidance from designer Mathilde Wittock to further develop their prototype, along with a €4,500 award for the project. Apply before this Sunday, 17 May (23:59) 👉 https://www.try-again.eu/open-calls/open-call-mathilde-wittock

07/05/2026

Belgium is Design presents 14 Belgian designers and brands from June 10 to 12 during 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen! 🙌

Belgium is Design, the platform of MAD Brussels, Flanders District of Creativity and WBDM - Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode has been promoting Belgian design talent on an international scale for years. After Milan, London and Paris, the organization is now landing in the Danish capital for the very first time.

Under the theme “Variety is the spice of life”, the exhibition brings together Belgian design brands and studios, showcasing the diversity of contemporary Belgian design. From lighting, faucets, and interior textiles, to cutlery, seating elements, and furniture pieces. The selected brands stand for innovation, renewal, experiment and high-quality finished products.

An exhibition featuring the work of Alinea Design Objects, Paulineplusluis, Mademoiselle Jo, RVB, Modular Lighting Instruments, Atelier Belge, Jord Lindelauf, Home Studyo, Re-Volt, Eternum Cutlery, Phantom Objects, LcD Textile Edition, Hind Rabii Lighting Studio & Vormen.

Will you be in Copenhagen for 3daysofdesign from June 10 to 12?
Visit the Belgium is Design presentation! More info? 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNAEqbn9

04/05/2026

We are proud of the Belgian design scene, and so is Sabato Magazine! Discover 30 names that prove Belgium is where the future of design is being shaped in this wonderful article by Iris de Feijter! ❤️

“We Belgians are Olympic champions at downplaying ourselves, but in design and craftsmanship that modesty is completely misplaced.” As the article notes, Belgium is bursting with design talent, entrepreneurs, museums, galleries, organizations, and creative spaces! The article features 30 names who are shaping the future through innovation, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking practices. We’re thrilled to see MAD Brussels featured among them! We should be much prouder of what Belgium has to offer in design, and we’re happy that Sabato is highlighting it! 🫶

Want to discover the full list? Read the article here! 👉 https://www.tijd.be/sabato/design/30-namen-die-bewijzen-dat-belgie-de-plek-is-waar-de-toekomst-wordt-vormgegeven/10658241.html

We zijn als Belgen olympisch kampioen in onszelf wegcijferen, maar op het gebied van design en ambacht is die bescheidenheid volkomen misplaatst. We moeten dringend trotser worden op wat we te bieden hebben.

04/05/2026

LAST CALL 📣 Don’t miss your chance to showcase and sell your work at Kanal-Centre Pompidou shop in Brussels !

Kanal-Centre Pompidou is looking for Brussels-based designers to join its curated shop dedicated to contemporary design, fashion and accessories with a strong focus on quality, materials and sustainable practices.

Interested ? Hurry up, applications close soon! Apply before Sunday, 10 May (23:59) here 👉 https://mad.brussels/en/call/kanal-shop

29/04/2026

OPEN CALL 📣 Turn pharmaceutical glass syringes into design objects or a furniture collection!

TRY AGAIN?, an initiative dedicated to exploring the creative potential of industrial reuse, is launching a new open call for designers and makers, with the support of MAD Brussels.

Starting from the observation that large amounts of industrial resources are discarded despite their potential, TRY AGAIN? invites creatives to work with a stock of pharmaceutical glass syringes provided by GSK. The challenge is to transform these components into reproducible objects or small-scale capsule furniture collections, where the reclaimed material remains clearly visible and intentionally integrated.

Selected finalists will be guided throughout the process by the designer Mathilde Wittock, supporting the development of their prototype and design approach. Beyond the object itself, this call aims to question current production methods and reframe these elements as valuable creative resources. The winning project will receive a €4,500 budget, while the two other finalists will each receive a €500 fee.

Discover more info & submit your application before Sunday 17th May here 👉 https://www.try-again.eu/open-calls/open-call-mathilde-wittock