A spotlight on the North

Even though winter winds arrived later than normal this year, Chiang Mai Design Week is on schedule and running for its ninth edition until Sunday, encouraging both local residents and tourists to discover the ancient capital of the Lanna kingdom through 200 intriguing programmes.

“The festival aims to show how local creators and community movements have been significant drivers. Especially during Covid-19, we saw collective efforts to come up with fresh ways to deal with problems. We see more outstanding potential for growth and development as digital disruption speeds up communication and connects the world,” said Imhathai Kunjina, development strategist of the Creative Economy Agency (CEA).

Under the concept of “Transforming Local”, the Chang Moi, Tha Phae and Klang Wiang neighbourhoods continue to function as the main art hubs, but this year’s festival has…