Sławomir Fijałkowski

Sławomir Fijałkowski is a Polish designer and educator currently leading the Experimental Design Studio at the Faculty of Architecture and Design, Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk. He bridges art and service-oriented design, emphasizing situational analysis over competitive benchmarking.

• Education: Academy of Fine Arts in Łódź (Design), Hochschule für Künstlerische und Industrielle Gestaltung in Linz (Metal Product Design).

His research focuses on experimental design strategies, authorial design autonomy, and the intersection of artistic practice with industrial production. He has collaborated with prestigious institutions like the Hong Kong Design Institute and Koszalin University of Technology.

Notable scientific awards include scholarships from:

• Ministry of Culture and Art
• Batory Foundation
• Kultur-Kontakt Foundation (Vienna)
• Austrian Ministry of Science

He designs products and jewelry for renowned manufacturers, with collections showcased at major international fairs in Basel, Paris, Hong Kong, and Beijing. His work highlights the balance between creative expression and functional problem-solving.