France brings together three key institutions within the Craftwork 4.0 All platform, each offering a unique perspective and expertise to support a new generation of craftspeople. Together, they promote sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking approaches to contemporary making. Leading the French participation in this European initiative is Villette Makerz, which acts as national coordinator.
Villette Makerz
www.villettemakerz.com
Located in the heart of Paris’s Parc de la Villette, Villette Makerz is a creative hub dedicated to experimentation, fabrication, and interdisciplinary exchange. It fosters dialogue between traditional craftsmanship and emerging technologies, championing hybrid and inclusive practices. As the French coordinator of Craftwork 4.0 All, Villette Makerz designs and implements training formats, co-creation labs, and public engagement programs within the platform.
Bureau du Design, de la Mode et des Métiers d’Art (BDMMA)
www.bdmma.paris
The BDMMA is a public agency of the City of Paris that promotes innovation in design, fashion, and crafts. Through cultural programming, support for entrepreneurship, and international cooperation, it works to strengthen visibility, excellence, and sustainability in the creative industries. BDMMA brings vital public sector expertise and a deep network of professionals to the Craftwork 4.0 All platform.
Campus of Excellence for Fashion, Craft & Design
www.campusartdesign.com
This national network connects leading institutions across fashion, design, and crafts. It supports students and emerging professionals through forward-thinking educational approaches that link pedagogy with industry. Within Craftwork 4.0 All, the Campus of Excellence fosters pathways for training, skills development, and innovation-driven practices.
Campus MaNa – Campus Design & Métiers d’Arts
www.campusmana.com
Campus MaNa supports Craftwork 4.0 All by hosting international mobilities, welcoming young makers from across Europe for immersive training experiences. Rooted in ecological thinking and narrative design, Campus MaNa provides a unique environment for hands-on learning, material experimentation, and cultural exchange. Its programs blend craft, storytelling, and social awareness in a setting dedicated to slow design and making with purpose.
Paris Design Week: A Moment of Convergence
Each September, Paris Design Week transforms the city into a vibrant stage for contemporary design, attracting international attention and offering a space for experimental approaches and emerging voices.
In collaboration with Craftwork 4.0 All, the French partners are preparing a series of public events during Paris Design Week that highlight the role of craft in addressing today’s cultural and ecological challenges. From exhibitions and demonstrations to performances and artist talks, these programs will invite audiences to experience craftsmanship as a evolving practice deeply rooted in materials yet open to innovation and digital tools.
