The Process is the Design Masterclass at Vitra Design Museum offers insights into design methodologies from designers at shoe brand Camper, with workshops and access to Vitra archives.

Set within the iconic architecture of the Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein, the Vitra Design Museum's new Masterclass programme 2026 offers an intensive summer course for creatives, professionals and students looking to advance their practice.

Running from 6 to 11 July 2026, The Process is the Design brings together Eliska Horcikova, Marion de Raucourt and Rafael Mateu Segui from Camper to explore product development, craftsmanship and experimental design strategy.

Taught in English, the masterclass combines project-based learning, mentoring, workshops and access to the Vitra Campus collections, archives and workshops.

Open to participants with a background or strong interest in design, no portfolio is required. Graduates gain practical skills, international networks and a certificate from the Vitra Design Museum.

School: Vitra Design Museum
Course: The Process is the Design Masterclass
Type: Summer school
Location: Weil am Rhein, Germany
Course dates: 6 to 11 July 2026
Application deadline: 15 June 2026

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What will I learn during this course?

– Deepen design skills
– Learn new methods
– Build international networks
_ Further develop practice at a professional level
– Immersive experience spending a week on the Vitra Campus

What are the requirements?

– Open to participants with a background or strong interest in design; no portfolio is required

What facilities and resources are available?

– Surrounded by buildings designed by Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid, and Tadao Ando, the campus creates an atmosphere that enhances learning processes
– Exclusive access to collections, archives, and workshops
– Exchange with renowned international experts from museums, research and practice
– Outdoor dinners and shared activities such as swimming in the Rhine

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Graduates gain practical skills, international networks and a certificate from the Vitra Design Museum.

Who teaches this course?

– Eliska Horcikova, innovation senior designer, Camper
– Marion de Raucourt, footwear innovation manager, Camper
– Rafael Mateu, creative culture and archive manager, Camper

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