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Design Factory (DF) or Aalto Design Factory (ADF) is one of the three factories of Aalto University.[1] The stated purpose of the Design Factory is to be a constantly developing environment for learning, teaching, research and industry co-operation related to product development and design.[2]

The director of Design Factory is professor Kalevi Ekman.[3]

The currentШаблон:When company partners of DF are Nokia (supporting partner), Kone (project sponsor), Aito, Bravo Media, Powerkiss,[4] Seos Design, Uploud Audio, and Veturi Growth Partners. Also, some non-profit organizations have their premises on Design Factory. There are also research projects going on at DF.

Design Factory is physically located in Otaniemi, specifically in Puumiehenkuja 5, Espoo, where it moved from its original location Betonimiehenkuja 5C, in spring 2023.[5]

History

Design Factory was opened in September 2008[6] and the opening ceremony was held on October 3, 2008.[7] During Fall 2008 and spring 2009, the Product Development Project (PDP) took place in the factory.

The building

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Design Factory building in Otaniemi, Espoo.

The building itself is an old wood processing technology building, which has been redecorated. Six bigger places: the stage, the studio, lobby, engine room, puuhamaa, and cafe constitute the main spaces of Design Factory.[8]

References

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External links

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