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EMMA Award was granted for the second time at Aalto University’s annual Näytös/Näyttely25 event
EMMA had once again the honour of awarding a graduating student from Aalto University’s Bachelor’s Programme in Fashion and the Master’s Programme in Fashion, Clothing and Textile Design. This year, the award was granted to BA student Peik Westerlund for his graduation collection.
A jury composed of EMMA’s experts selected Tides of Heritage: A Contemporary Love Letter to the Finnish Archipelago by Peik Westerlund as the recipient of the EMMA Award.
“Peik Westerlund has beautifully brought craftmanship, patina and the art of repair as his visual expression. His collection reflects a strong material-driven approach and a sustainable, forward-looking design ethos. The history of Finnish archipelago and personal memories, combined with inventive use of upcycled textiles and natural fibres, are woven into a compelling thought-provoking collection. In 2025, as EMMA celebrates textile- and material-based art and design, we are proud to recognize a new-generation designer whose work opens up fresh directions for responsible and experimental design,” the jury from EMMA enthuses.
Jury: Pilvi Kalhama, Reetta Kalajo, Salla Engstrom, Iris Suomi, Saara Suojoki
Aalto University’s Näytös/Näyttely25event was unprecedentedly large this year, presenting a total of 45 thesis work. Out of all students graduating from both the Bachelor’s Major in Fashion as well as the Master’s Major in Fashion, Clothing and Textile Design, nine were awarded and four received an honorary mention.
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