Historically, large state-owned textile factories shaped Timișoara's economy and community life, shaping entire neighborhoods and livelihoods. However, with increased EU-wide competition, mass production has declined. Today, while the industry is less visible, it is far from obsolete. Historically, large state-owned textile factories shaped Timișoara's economy and community.
“Woven Secrets” invites viewers to see the textile industry as a complex, interconnected sector that reflects broader economic trends in Romania, Europe, and global production systems. The exhibition showcases design's power to disrupt conventional production models, presenting bold and visionary approaches to making, producing, and collaborating. Romanian designers collaborated with experts, researchers, engineers, manufacturers, and local factories to create original design works related to textile waste, recycling, upcycling, and supply chain gaps.
Stories from former workers of Timișoara’s textile factories complement the exhibition, offering a glimpse into the cultural heritage and lived experience of those who built the city's textile industry. The exhibition also features works by international tutors and students from Timișoara, resulting from the Young Matters program, where they build interdisciplinary networks and contribute to the broader conversation about sustainable design and future ideas for the city. The exhibition will be open from October 3rd to November 24th, 2024.
Curator: Martina Muzi
Designers and collaborators involved: Ami Amalia, Dinu Bodiciu, Cătălin Botean, Alesia Cîdă, Nicoleta-Lavinia Ghimbășan, Andreea Ana-Maria Pleșa & Anamaria Mihaela Vișovan, Maria Gabriela Rada & Maria Dombrov, Alex Todirică, Răzvan Zamfira.
During the opening days (October 3rd-5th), visitors can join guided tours led by curator Martina Muzi and the featured designers.
For more information about the event, please visit the FABER website.
