Nice Touch — Barbara Freiberga

The Liepaja Residency and Culture Centre has just become an official partner of the New European Bauhaus (NEB). The creative platform is led by designer Barbara Freiberga, who, in addition to running her own studio, is actively involved in the work of design and creative industry organisations. She is convinced that cooperation with NEB will open up new opportunities and promote Liepāja as a creative and innovative city. In the Nice Touch section, Barbara talks about an artistic and technological experience in Liepāja.

Nice Touch - Editorial, July 18, 2025

RSDA design graduates: Anna Dragūne

Anna Dragūne is one of the graduates of the new Product Design programme at the Riga School of Design and Art (RSDA). Her qualification project is a set of containers, which are designed for regrowing greens, herbs, and vegetables using their scraps. With this work, Anna hopes to encourage a more circular approach to cooking and, at the same time, educate city dwellers about food production.

Stories - Paula Gāgane, July 17, 2025

AAL design graduates: Elīza Siliņa

While completing her master’s degree in Functional Design at the Art Academy of Latvia (AAL), Elīza Siliņa created a provocative installation entitled Everlasting Handwriting, interpreting the writing process as tattooing.

Stories - Paula Gāgane, July 16, 2025

RSDA design graduates: Adelaida Brakmane

Adelaida Brakmane’s qualification project at the the Riga School of Design and Art (RSDA) is a rug featuring the footprints of Latvian forest animals. It not only allows children to learn about nature but also serves as a comfortable place to play.

Stories - Editorial, July 15, 2025

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