Ceramic Workshops at Zurich Design Weeks 2025

Every year in September, Zurich Design Week transforms the city into a playground of creativity, with exhibitions, talks, walks, pop-ups, and workshops that invite the public to explore the world of art and design.

This year, db pottery studio is thrilled to join the lineup with two immersive ceramic workshops: one focused on the ancient technique of Raku firing, and another that explores form and flow through clay extrusion.

Why Workshops Matter

Observing artists at work is inspiring, but getting your hands dirty and making something yourself? That’s magic. Workshops offer a rare, hands-on glimpse into the design and production process and often leave you with a whole new appreciation for the craft.

Creativity should be accessible, that’s why we’ve designed these Zurich Design Weeks workshops to be affordable and welcoming to all skill levels. Whether you’re completely new to clay or already feel at home in a ceramics studio. You will be guided through every step, so no experience is necessary, just curiosity and a willingness to try something new.

Raku Firing Workshop - “Smoke & Ash”

You’ll select a pre-made ceramic form and dive into the Raku process—glazing, firing, and smoking your piece outdoors. The results? Unpredictable, beautiful, and truly one-of-a-kind.

Date: Saturday, 06.09.25
Time: Drop In between 11:00 and 16:00 (last drop in is at 3pm)
Price: CHF35

Clay Extrusion Workshop - “Form Through Flow”

In this 2-hour clay workshop, we’ll introduce you to the extruder—a fun ceramic tool that helps you create sculptural and architectural forms. You’ll play with shapes, textures, and design as you explore handbuilding with extruded clay.

Date: Friday 05.09.25
Time: Drop In between 11:00 and 16:00 (last drop in is at 3pm)
Price: CHF50

Whether you’re new to clay or already obsessed, our workshops are a chance to connect, create, and celebrate ceramics during Zurich Design Week 2025. We would love to welcome you into our ceramic studio and show you what’s possible when design and craft meet.

And to get inspired, check out our image gallery below or Pinterest!