Designing Food Systems for Temporary Urban Events 2026

Designing Food Systems for Temporary Urban Events 2026

950,00 €

Designing Food Systems for Temporary Urban Events 2026

Jan 26–Jan 30, 2026 – This Winter School explores the intersection of urban food systems and temporary large-scale events.
Students will be introduced to the complexity of Milan’s food ecosystem, covering topics such as urban food policy, food surplus management, and short food supply chains. Through a transdisciplinary design lens, the program investigates how spatial and service design can contribute to more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient food solutions during major temporary events.

Special attention will be given to informal food consumption spaces, city users, and tourists, as well as the strategic use and optimization of public space. Participants will engage in lectures, field visits, and hands-on project work.

 

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Additional information

Course dates

January 26–January 30, 2026
Duration

30 hours
Attendance

Attendance is mandatory for at least 75% of the program activities in order to receive POLI.design certificate of participation.
Learning Outcomes

By the end of the Winter School, students will be able to:
• Understand the main components of urban food systems with a focus on the Milanese context.
• Analyze the impacts and challenges of temporary mega-events on local food ecosystems.
• Identify and interpret food-related policies, actors, infrastructures, and short supply chain practices.
• Investigate spatial and social dynamics related to food consumption in public and informal settings, especially during large events.
• Recognize the needs and behaviors of diverse city users and temporary populations such as tourists.
• Apply design tools and methods to develop spatial and service concepts addressing food-related challenges in the context of temporary urban transformations.
• Work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and present a final design proposal integrating the insights gathered throughout the course.
Requirements

Open to students over 18 years or recent graduates, with a minimum English proficiency level of B1.
Deadlines

Deadline to apply by completing the payment: January 10, 2026.
Price

The total fee for the course is €950 (including 22% VAT) per student. Payment must be made in a single installment through the dedicated payment options (full details available in the registration form).
What the Fee Includes

• Initial breakfast and final aperitivo
• Entry tickets to all visit venues
• Public or private transport to field visits (depending on location)
• Tutoring support throughout the program
• POLI.design certificate upon completion
• Letter of recommendation for students with the most outstanding projects
• Final project outcome presentation
• Official Invitation Letter for visa application (if needed)

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