Break the Silos: An Interdisciplinary Dialogue
Looking to create better interdisciplinary exchange? This event combines expert impulse talks with a practical workshop to give you the tools you need.
Join us at Transfer Week Berlin-Brandenburg 2025 for "Break the Silos: An Interdisciplinary Dialogue" an event dedicated to driving innovation across disciplines. This isn't a passive lecture; it's a guided, active dialogue focused on a core question: How do we create an engaging interdisciplinary dialogue? We believe the most valuable insights come directly from experts in knowledge and technology transfer, and you are the key to unlocking new collaborative possibilities.
The event kicks off with expert impulse talks focusing on sustainable Design and systemic Transformation. Next, we will move into a guided workshop where we'll collectively share and evaluate ideas, best practices, and winning strategies based on your direct experiences. The goal is to leave with a powerful collection of practical knowledge and actionable ideas you can immediately apply to your next meeting, gathering, or project.
What to Expect
The event is structured as a guided dialogue with two main sections, followed by an open networking session.
Part 1: Knowledge & Inspiration
Intros: Berlin Design e.V., employed.world & IKT & KEK Berlin Partner
Impulse Talks: WINT Design Lab & Ellery Studio
Part 2: Connecting Community
Dialogue Workshop: Tim Heiler
Networking: We will conclude with a networking session, providing a rich environment to connect with other participants.
The event will provide drinks, snacks, and a wonderful exchange directly at the Spree.
Meet the Presenters
WINT Design Lab is a Berlin-based design lab focused on Design research in the context of sustainable and biology-inspired design strategies informed by science. Led by industrial designers Robin Hoske and Felix Rasehorn, the lab collaborates with global brands like IKEA and Adidas, specializing in sustainable materials, bio-based production, and circular design for future-proof products. Recognized internationally, the studio received the 2023 German Eco-Design and Maison&Objet Newcomer Award.
Web | Instagram | LinkedIn
Ellery Studio is where Award-winning creativity meets scientific practice: Ellery Studio develops creative strategies for organizations and communities facing complex challenges. They make tools that turn abstract and opaque systems into tangible, knowable concepts. The studio is made up of an international team of designers, researchers, illustrators, planners, and makers. Through visual storytelling and infographics, Ellery creates works and processes that structure conversations and enable decision-making. In this model, design leads to greater understanding and prompts action.
Web | Instagram | LinkedIn
Tim Heiler is an expert facilitator in interdisciplinary communication and creative collaboration. His main focus is: Doing New Things Together. Tim supports diverse teams and communities through innovation and transformation processes — fostering dialogue, shared understanding, and lasting impact through bespoke workshops. Tim teaches at several universities in Berlin, writes and designs for renowned international publishers like O’Reilly (USA) and BIS Publishers (Netherlands), and is also a regular contributor at international conferences.
Web | Instagram | LinkedIn
This collaboration is made possible by Berlin Design e.V. & employed.world.
The event is supported by IKT & KEK from Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie and is part of the Transfer Week Berlin-Brandenburg 2025.
Berlin Design e.V.
Website | Instagram | LinkedIn
Check out our public community platform BDN or subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to stay updated.
Feel free to reach out at
[email protected]