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Ali Moazzen

Iran (IR)

Ali Moazzen comes from a family with a long-standing history in the eyewear industry. Their family business has been centered around the manufacturing and sale of glasses. Building on this legacy, Ali Moazzen, with his passion for history and culture, founded the Erthieh Cafe. This cafe, designed and styled with inspiration from vintage and traditional eyewear, creates a nostalgic atmosphere. Continuing this journey, he transformed the Erthieh Mansion, an old house, into a multifunctional space that serves as both a cafe and restaurant, as well as a cultural and social hub for the community. These projects have allowed Ali Moazzen to not only preserve and promote cultural heritage but also create a space conducive to social and cultural interactions.

VASSILIS SIAFARICAS

Greece (GR)

Vassilis Siafaricas is a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of expertise in startups and established enterprises across diverse industries, including real estate, prop-tech, and mobile gaming. As the founder and owner of multiple real estate companies, he specializes in designing and developing environmentally sustainable projects in some of Greece's most exclusive and prestigious locations. In the tech sector, Vassilis co-founded several innovative startups, including a mobile gaming company recognized with both a Communicator Award and a Webby Award, achieving over 10 million downloads globally. He is also the founder of ECLÉDE, a pioneering company dedicated to environmentally friendly design, construction, and land development. ECLÉDE focuses on creating cutting-edge, zero-energy-consumption buildings that reflect a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Vassilis Siafaricas is a civil engineer, designer, senior project manager, and real estate consultant, bringing a multidisciplinary approach to his work. His expertise seamlessly combines technical proficiency with creative vision, driving impactful projects that redefine modern design and sustainable development.

Begum Karadag

Turkey (TR)

Begum Karadag, the founder of Buruz, is an interior designer. The city where her father was born is home to a geographically indicated hand-woven art in Turkey. However, this unique weaving art was on the verge of extinction. Aiming to revive this art that had been forgotten in the depths of chests, Begüm Karadağ founded the brand Buruz, which means "to bring to light" in Old Turkish. Buruz Design brings a centuries-old art to the forefront while using sustainable materials. The wool yarns used in its products are dyed entirely with plants such as acorns and walnuts. The looms are made of oak and are not electric. While production is entirely traditional, the designs are created with modern homes in mind. Beyond preserving the craft, Buruz empowers local women.Begum Karadag, saw graduates from vocational weaving courses struggling to find jobs. By employing these women in her workshop, Buruz provides financial independence and social security for those who previously had none job.

Constantinos Yanniotis

Greece (GR)

Constantinos Yanniotis graduated from the School of Architecture NTUA in 2011, following his studies of Mechanical & Aeronautical Engineering at the University of Patras (2003). Since then, he has been practicing as an Architect at the Yanniotis & Associates Architectural Bureau, having an expertise in Inclusive Design. In its long-lasting activity, the Bureau has completed a significant number of projects – of both small and large scale – in various fields of building design and urban planning (residential buildings, office spaces, industrial buildings, tourist facilities, golf resorts & sports centres, culture, restoration and reformation of listed historical buildings, urban planning, decorating, special designs etc). Facing towards the new challenges, contemporary design account for Inclusive Design practices, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Integrated IT Services.

Yumeng Li

United States of America (US)

Yunlin County Government

Taiwan (China) (TW)