The talk revolved around ‘The Memory Matrix’, which is a monument that explores the possibilities for future heritage creation.

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The monument employs new fabrication techniques and transcultural workshops.

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Ahmad Humeid discussed the story and philosophy behind the Amman’s Unofficial Transport Map.

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The Amman’s Unofficial Transport Map was designed by Syntax in 2016 in collaboration with Ma’an Nasel, an independent initiative working on transportation projects in Amman.

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Humeid discussed the challenges that Jordan faces.

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The talk explored the need for designers to contribute and participate in improving aspects of their environment and city structure. 

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Curators of the MADAFA pavilion; Arini founders discussed their approach to architecture and urbanism as well as their transdisciplinary projects.

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The talk was joined in conversation by the designers Rasem Kamal and Saja Nashashibi to present the vision behind the pavilion, its design, form and content.

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The talk discussed the varying approaches to being a designer today.

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The speakers explored the role of designers from working independently as an entrepreneur, designing for industry, and working within larger organizations and governments.

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Max Fraser joined the designer and curator of Amman Design Week’s Hangar Exhibition, architect Sahel Al Hiyari and Mohammad Al-Asad.

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What happens when design as an artefact is no longer the objective? 

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What happens when designers embrace their capacity as creative problem solvers and integrate into the remaining phases of creation which can include business, strategy, and other functions?

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This discussion addressed the binary that exists between design and business.

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The discussion featured guest speaker Lilian Abou Zeki and eyen founders Yousef Abedrabbo & Omar Al-Zo'bi.

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Mohammad Rahahleh talked about how the development and structure of the city of Amman and its urban design have affected the human experience of the city. 

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Rahahleh focused on the participatory nature of design.

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The speaker shared his vision and future plans for creating sustainable transport and urban design at a local government level.

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Rahahleh focused on urban mobility and pedestrianism. 

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This talk discussed making prototypes that optimize fabrication using conventional materials in unconventional ways, and unconventional materials in conventional ways.

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Instead of limiting the architects’ use to a traditional palette consisting of concrete, wood, brick, glass, and metal, however, there was an expanded use of available materials to embrace a design ethos that bridges research, practice, and the possibilities.

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Studio Martens & Visser believes that through digital means, smart materials, old techniques and craftsmanship, motion can be brought back into our domain and that the non-static will become a bigger and more important element in our future daily environments.

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This lecture explored how we use motion in our designs.

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Heritage reflects both good and bad events, and the varying experiences of a wide range of individuals and social groups, creating an authentic society.

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During this talk Roy Letterlé talked about the role of industrial heritage in the work of Studio Mieke Meijer and the different steps in the design process.

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The talk introduced NE+AR, which is a bridge building initiative between The Netherlands and the Arab world.

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The initiative believes that while it is common to anchor oneself in local initiatives and people, innovative technologies help us connect with like-minded individuals and organizations all over the world.

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How do we innovate? How can design drive innovation? 

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Every organization needs to create a culture of innovation, for it is only the habit of innovation that leads to success.

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It is an ongoing process that looks beyond problem solving to opportunity seeking.

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In this talk, Paul Hughes drew live as he spoke along ten meters of paper.

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Paul calls this unique form of storytelling Ten Meters of Thinking.

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Local designer Sahar Madanat introduced audiences to her work and talked about what it means to design for people and tailor products to their specific needs.

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Sahar explained her design process using real examples of innovative and customized product designs.

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Wajha founders discussed the project's upcoming plans.

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The designers talked about their project and how its development affected the design scene in the Arab world.

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Co-Founders and Designers of Wajha are Hussein Alazaat and Ali Almasri.

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A little journey through Filippo Protasoni’s works, seen through the design process and stories from offstage that make a project valuable for the market and clients.

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