From October 9th to 11th, the Graphic Design faculty and students of I·D arte took part in the third edition of Basquerville, the Design and Technology Festival held in Vitoria-Gasteiz. In just a few years, this event has become one of the most important references in the Basque creative scene, offering a space for exchange, reflection, and collaboration among professionals, companies, educational institutions, and design enthusiasts.
This year, the festival took place at IAK Antzokia, located in the heart of Vitoria’s Old Town. The intimate atmosphere of the venue, together with its vibrant surroundings, created the perfect setting for a weekend filled with ideas, experiences, and creative energy. Over three days, talks, workshops, round tables, and demonstrations explored a wide range of topics, from artificial intelligence applied to design and sustainability in digital production to the role of visual identity in contemporary culture.
A particularly meaningful moment for our school was the participation of Arrate García Ardanaz, a former I·D arte student, who presented her work within the Harrobi programme. This section of the festival is dedicated to showcasing the projects of young and emerging designers, giving visibility to new voices in the creative field. Seeing a former student share the stage with established professionals was deeply inspiring for both teachers and current students, as it demonstrated how the training received at I·D arte can serve as a strong foundation for building a professional career in design.
Basquerville, organised by SPRI along with other public and private collaborators, aims to foster collaboration between design, technology, and business, highlighting design as a strategic driver of innovation and social transformation. This edition once again emphasized the strength of the Basque design scene and the importance of creating networks between local agents, universities, studios, and creative communities.
For the teaching team at I·D arte, attending Basquerville represents a valuable opportunity for professional development and direct connection with current design practices, while for students it provides an enriching and motivating experience that complements their classroom learning.
At I·D arte, we are proud to take part in initiatives like this, which strengthen the ties between education and professional practice, and reaffirm our commitment to promoting an open, critical, and socially engaged approach to design and contemporary visual culture.