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ADF supports the utilization of crowdfunding and subsidy programs as well as the creation of proposal opportunities through events, with mentors playing a central role in order to realize the dreams of creators.

Design Connects The World
NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) was launched in 2009 with the mission of improving and nurturing the social status of artists, designers and architects. We provide a platform that connects creators with people who need design under the theme of "Design Connects The World."

Basic Information of NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF)
Group name: NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF)
Setting: February 2009
Location: 2-1 South, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Director: Motoki Okada
Secretariat: Katsuya Ota
Members: 55,000 partner members

Strengths & Features of ADF
A unique network of about 5,000 ADF members worldwide
・Collaboration with creators
・Original networks
・Participation in various exchange events
ADF has members such as builders, designers and creatives from various industries in Japan and overseas. Our strength lies in our large number of independent global networks.

ADF has independent network of about 50,000 people belonging to affiliated organizations and associations around the world
・Collaboration with the Blue Design Club
・Utilization of subsidy system
・Business matching
ADF creates business opportunities with associations around the world. We are also connected with companies, governments and organizations and can introduce various grant programs and crowdfunding.

ADF utilizes its own network to create and support various opportunities to realize the dreams of creators. In addition, taking advantage of these strengths, we deliver information tailored to needs such as competition information, project information, and designer recruitment information every day. The latest trend information related to design is gathered, such as topical creators and overseas design reports.


You can...
Find out about national and international trends
Access information about recruiting companies
Participate in a competition

ADF Service
Our SUPPORT PROJECT cooperates with the other 5 projects to support your business.

��Media projects
ADF Web Magazine / Newsletter / Media Partner

��CSR Support project
ADF Web Magazine / Newsletter / Media Partner ADF Milano Salone Design Award Management / Award Business (Contracted Management) / International Award Information Provider

��Social innovation project
Regeneration Business / RE Business

��Business Matching project
■ Support project -your dreams come true
■ Creator agent projects
■ Competition information
■ Project information
■ Designer recruitment information

��Art Business
Gallery management / Buying and selling of art works

��Education / Training Business
Various seminars for developing artists / Various workshops / Interturnship Support

To Materialize The Dreams Of All Creators ...
Architect　 Ex.) Building x IoT
"I want to create a non-contact virtual store, but I don't have enough knowledge about technology".

Fashion designer Ex.) Fashion x business format development
“We have new development ideas for department stores that are also looking to expand into Asia, so please support us toward their realization”.

IT Engineer Ex.) IoT x architecture
"I have a concept for a real retail store with full use of IT, so I am looking for a team to develop together".

Service Overview
We will select and assign specialists in each required area for each project. With our four funding programs, we will bring your dreams closer to fruition with a strong backup system.

(1) Providing information
Mentors will support you from a wide range of information sources

(2) Matching
We will support you to directly connect the members who supplement the project.

(3) Creating opportunities for proposals
We will support you to create a path to realization through distribution at domestic and overseas events.

(4) Synergies with ADF businesses
Achieve bigger dreams and expand their possibilities by collaborating with other businesses

Mentors Support You!!

Mentor System
Professionals with ample experience, including those involved in ADF, will be on hand to mentor you. We will give you basic advice to help you achieve your dreams. If you need advanced and specialized knowledge in a particular industry, we will help you build a system with consultation.

Service Details
��Information Provision
It is impossible to select the necessary information while utilizing a wide range of information sources, because a large amount of information has become easy to obtain. The mentor will scrutinize and deliver the information needed to accomplish the project. Sometimes there may be trends in different areas. At ADF, which forms its own network that includes global associations, organizations, and prominent people, there are opportunities to realize dreams from various levels.
・Administration / Organizations / Companies /
・Developers / Luxury Brands
・Supporters / Investors / Site Operators
・Affiliated Media, Magazines

��Creating Opportunities For Proposals
In order not to end your dreams with a desk theory, we will support you to finally realize your dreams by setting up a place for presentations at events. We support not only offline but also online distribution and opportunities for proposals to many people.

��Matching
It's difficult to achieve a dream alone. We help build a team by bringing together members who complement the project, like engineers and investors. ADF's 55,000 members, both domestic and international, are also strong supporters who can make their dreams come true. We help you prepare "people, things and money" that will be the foundation for making your dreams come true. We also introduce crowdfunding and support the use of the grant system as support for "Kane", which can be the biggest obstacle to starting a project.

��Synergies With ADF Projects
ADF has five businesses in addition to the support project. By collaborating with these activities, we support the execution of larger projects and the feasibility and expansion of their realization.
1 Media Project
2 CSR Support Project
3 Education / Training Project
4 Art Project
5 Social Innovation Project

Specialists In Each Field
The mentors below will work closely with you as members of the project team to provide support based on your knowledge and the latest trends.

ADF Managing Director "We will do our best to help you realize your dreams!"

Attorney / Tax Accountant "Please leave legal consultation!"

Business Consultant "We want more creators to fly to the world."

Financial Planner "It's very exciting to get involved with other industries!"

SERVICE FLOW
Week 0
Entry
Please contact the email on the last page. After examining the documents, we will guide you to the examination committee.

After One Month
Examination
In some cases, ADF will hold an individual interview, and participation in the project will be decided based on the screening criteria such as the possibility and enthusiasm for realizing the dream.

After 2 Months
Kick Off
After meeting with the mentor, a full-scale project will finally start.

After 3 To 6 Months
Visualization
The mentor will be consulted to realize his dream. In some cases, we will help you to match with the outside. We will support the brush-up of ideas and work toward realization.

After 8 Months
Presentation
In some cases, we will give a final presentation to the outside. If the feasibility is recognized, we will continue to work on ideas.


After 9 Months
Demonstration Experiment
In some cases, we will conduct demonstration experiments for commercialization.

After 12 Months
A Dream Come True
Each mentor will support you to realize your dream.
 

Introducing The Story Of Realizing A Dream Story 1
CASE of ENGINEER & ARCHITECTURE
Occupation: IT engineer
Dream: Realization of a real store concept for small sales that makes full use of IT

Motivation:
I have mastered IT technology as an engineer, but I am interested in introducing cutting-edge technology to real stores by collaborating with people from other industries. I applied because the existing community is not blessed with opportunities.

Things that You Need
Architect・Retail store・Competition information

CASE of FASHION DESIGNER
Support Content Example
Matching with Department stores
Support for matching with department store personnel who are interested in new sales formats

Collection from Overseas
Expanding of the information for European collections and exhibitions

Matching with Specialists
Support for creating contact points with specialists based on ideas such as SDGs

Spreading the Information of some Events
Approach media etc. by event distribution


Summary & Contact
ADF support the realization of the dreams of various creators through the domestic and overseas networks and opportunity creation that we have cultivated so far.