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City of Pforzheim and EMMA Kreativzentrum, with Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences and Design Center Baden-Württemberg

Designers in Residence Scholarship 2027: Three Month Funded Residency in Pforzheim, Germany

The Designers in Residence scholarship invites three young designers from around the world to Pforzheim, Germany, for a fully supported three month work phase from 1 April to 30 June 2027. Residents receive a monthly allowance of EUR 1,000, free accommodation, travel reimbursement, a materials grant, equipped workshop space at EMMA Kreativzentrum, and a closing exhibition of their work. Applications close 2 November 2026, 23:59 CET.

Eligibility: Young designers working in jewellery, fashion, accessories, industrial design, communication design or other design disciplines

Timeline

November 2, 2026

Location

Germany

Funding or benefit

Monthly allowance of EUR 1,000 per scholarship holder, plus free accommodation, travel expense reimbursement and a grant covering material costs, for the residency period 1 April to 30 June 2027.