CLUSTER presents their mapping initiative platforms and projects that map and archive the changing political and urban landscape in Cairo, and offer a preview of their collaborative mapping projects in Amman, done in collaboration with Studio-X Amman and Columbia University's Center for Spatial Research.

In this workshop, Amal presents her personal experience dealing with waste and speaks about the challenges and benefits of recycling and finding creative ways to reuse waste. Participants will learn creative ways to repurpose waste, and should bring recyclable items, like water bottles, juice containers and food cans.

In partnership with Zikra Initiative and under the supervision of Husam Manasrah, a collection of patchwork by women from Jdeta Village will be exhibited. The Arabic term JODL has been long used as the common word for the traditional sitting mat in Palestine and Jordan, made from patches of fabric and old clothes, forming a variety of colors, designs and sizes commensurate with its use.

The two-day workshop aims to provide an understanding of fashion design through three-dimensional experimentation. Students will learn about the principles of fashion design by experimenting with fabric directly onto the mannequin, allowing for an instant visualization of ideas, as they would appear on the body.

This workshop introduces globally recognized crystalline glazing techniques to artists. The workshop will include a slideshow of artists and their work, samples of pots and ceramic designs and an exhibition of different steps, tools and equipment needed. The workshop will end with a question and answer session.

Design thinking is the process in which an idea becomes a reality. The talk by the founder of Jobedu, Tamer AlMasri, will discuss the design process adopted by Jobedu, and the different variables taken into consideration while developing design direction.

This workshop facilitated by Razan Jilani and Jude Abdelhadi teaches participants how to use the world’s most popular graphics and photo editing software. The workshop will explain the various features and tools of Adobe Photoshop CC, increasing participants’ ability to understand and retain the information they need to use the software.​

‘Lines of Memory’ is a jewelry and art collection inspired by longevity and strength of the olive tree. Visitors will have the chance to share their opinions, learn about the design process and the various techniques used.

Learn how to photograph art products using creative ideas and techniques with an easy portable studio setup, using a camera or a cellphone to help promote products on all visual media networks.

This workshop introduces participants to the art of pottery-making, with a focus on utilizing clay and grit to create ornaments or functional pieces for daily-use purposes. Participants will learn about the stages of oven glazing and how to shape clay manually using the clay wheel, and will make one piece for each technique they learn.

Photographer Amer Hammad introduces essential food photography tips and styling techniques. After this workshop participants will be able to take better food pictures and learn how to use props in food styling and photography.

To support local talent, Amman Design Week has prepared an exciting entertainment schedule offering live performances featuring local musicians and tunes featuring various local talents who will be performing as part of the social space created for the Crafts District.