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Dusk — Systems & Structure in the Digital Age

Dusk is a curated event celebrating the clarity, discipline, and innovation of Swiss-inspired design. Built on the principles of order and proportion, it blends structured thinking with creative experimentation — inviting designers, engineers, and researchers to explore how precision and purpose shape design in the modern era.

Core Focus

• A week-long program of keynotes, ateliers, and residencies
• Themes spanning typography, interaction, and systemic design
• Curated for professionals exploring clarity, harmony, and performance
• Hosted at the Montreal Design Centre, a brutalist venue designed for focus

Experience

• Morning keynotes on theory and design systems
• Afternoon critiques and hands-on workshops
• Evening salons for dialogue and exchange
• Designed to balance rigor and rhythm, precision and play

Format

• 7 days of structured programming
• 9 sessions led by international practitioners
• 6 speakers across creative, technical, and academic disciplines
• Access through virtual, studio, or team residency passes

Design Ethos

Dusk applies the same principles it celebrates: clarity, modularity, and timeless structure. Every element reflects the Swiss pursuit of balance — uniting logic, craft, and human expression in equal measure.

Why Attend

• Immerse in the Swiss design tradition reimagined for the digital age
• Connect with peers shaping the next generation of design systems
• Experience programming that’s measured, intentional, and deeply human