Switzerland | Textile and design residency 2026
Artists and creatives from all disciplines are invited to develop experimental projects in art, design, architecture, literature, performing arts, or interdisciplinary contexts during a 3-month residency in Switzerland.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 12 days left
- Entry fee
- Not listed - check the source
- Award
- Shared apartment in Arbon, workspace, travel costs covered, contribution to living expenses, professional advice and exchange with 12 partner companies and organizations
- Location
- Arbon, Switzerland
About
Overview
TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance is calling for applications for their Artist in Residence Programme in Arbon, Switzerland. TaDA is a cultural promotion programme of the cantons of St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Thurgau that enables experimental and innovative engagement with textile and design culture of Eastern Switzerland in collaboration with textile companies rooted in the region.
Residency Dates
Residents may choose between April to June 2027 or September to November 2027.
Eligibility
TaDA annually offers 6 national and international personalities a work residency. The residency is aimed at creatives and artists from all disciplines with a demonstrated interest in textile industry, textile culture, and sustainability. Basic technical knowledge of textile production is an advantage. Projects with a pronounced experimental approach are particularly welcome.
What Residents Will Work On
Residents develop projects in the fields of art, design, architecture, literature, performing arts, or in interdisciplinary contexts.
Support Provided
- Shared apartment in Arbon
- Workspace in the former textile and engine factory Saurer AG
- Coverage of travel costs
- Contribution to living expenses
- Professional advice and exchange with 12 partner companies and organisations, selective use of their infrastructure
- Individual professional support by textile designer Martin Leuthold, the TaDA team, and external experts if needed
Application Deadline
12 August 2026
- Award
- Shared apartment in Arbon, workspace, travel costs covered, contribution to living expenses, professional advice and exchange with 12 partner companies and organizations
- Theme
- The residency supports experimental and innovative engagement with textile and design culture of Eastern Switzerland, particularly projects with a pronounced experimental approach and interest in sustainability.
- Eligibility
- Open to creatives and artists from all disciplines with demonstrated interest in textile industry, textile culture, and sustainability; basic technical knowledge of textile production is an advantage.
- Audience
- Creatives and artists from all disciplines
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