TaDA - Textile and Design Alliance

Arbon, Switzerland

5.0(1 review)· 100% recommend

3 monthsAnnual6 artistsUrban

About

The TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance Residency offers a three-month residency for six creative professionals annually, welcoming both national and international artists to Arbon, Switzerland. This program facilitates collaboration with local textile companies, providing artists with accommodation, travel expenses, and a contribution to living costs. Residents work in the Kreativzentrum ZIK, a former textile and engine factory, gaining access to technology, infrastructure, and expert guidance. The residency aims to foster innovative projects and strengthen regional identity through artistic engagement with Eastern Switzerland’s rich textile and design culture. Residents present their projects at the public event “TaDA Spinnerei,” which includes discussions with international experts. The program encourages the development of new projects in various fields, including art, design, architecture, literature, and performing arts. TaDA is supported by the Cantons of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, St.Gallen, and Thurgau, along with various foundations and sponsors.

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Disciplines

TextileDesignArchitectureLiteraturePerformanceTransdisciplinary

Facilities

Private RoomShared StudioTechnical Equipment

Professional Opportunities

Public EventWorkshopActive Networking

Rating Breakdown

Location

5.0

Studio

5.0

Professional

5.0

Support

5.0

Community

5.0

Reviews(1)

Anonymous

Mar 2026

The residency is very well organized, with heavy programming at the beginning and the end. The residency's focus is a collaboration with the local textile partners which residents visit in the first two weeks of the residency. It is helpful visit all the partners prior to delving fully into any project as many ideas arise after each visit. I would nevertheless, investigate each individual partner as thoroughly as possible prior to starting the residency.

Location 5Studio 5Professional 5Support 5Community 5

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