Short Description
The TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance Artist in Residence Programme is aimed at creatives and artists from all disciplines with a demonstrated interest in the textile industry, textile culture, and sustainability. Basic technical know ledge of textile production is an advantage. It is also important to be willing to respond to the needs of the partners. Projects with a pronounced experimental approach are particularly welcome. The connection to the TaDA partners must be included in the project drafts.
TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance is a cultural promotion programme of the cantons of St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Thurgau. It enables experimental and innovative engagement with the textile and design culture of Eastern Switzerland and is conducted in collaboration with textile companies rooted in the region. TaDA annually offers six national and international personalities a work residency in
Switzerland. The residents develop projects in the fields of art, design, architecture, literature, performing arts, or in interdisciplinary contexts. As programme partners, textile companies and institutions from Eastern Switzerland provide know-how and technology. This gives the residents the opportunity to carry out practical artistic work and applied research. The partners, in turn, count on creative exchange with the
invitees. The work results are presented to the public at various events.
Eligibility
Do you work in the field of design, textile design, architecture, art, literature, performing arts, or with interdisciplinary projects, and have a strong interest in textile production and its context? Then the TaDA Artist-in-Residence programme offers you the unique opportunity to collaborate with renowned textile companies and research institutions in Eastern Switzerland.
Submission Requirements
- Portfolio with CV
- Project draft with a clear reference to Eastern Swiss textile production: max. 2 A4
pages including approx. 4 images illustrating the idea or process (sketches, technical drawings, other visual representations)
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
- Shared apartment in Arbon (private room, shared use of kitchen and bathroom), in close proximity to Lake Constance
- Workspace in the former textile and engine factory Saurer AG (3 minutes from the apartment), which is jointly used by the three residents.
- Coverage of travel costs
- Contribution to living expenses (CHF 2000/month)
- Professional advice and exchange with 12 partner companies and organizations, selective use of their infrastructure
- Individual professional support by textile designer Martin Leuthold, the TaDA team, and external experts if needed
Entry Fee
None
Location
Switzerland
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
- Residency periods 2026: April to June 2026 and September to November 202
Website Link: https://tada-residency.ch/en/residence
