Photo: Opening of the International Design Exhibition B-GIDME at N-CAS ISI Bali, Monday (October 27).
The Indonesian Institute of the Arts Denpasar (ISI Bali) once again presents an international exhibition titled the Bali–Global Innovative Design Map Exhibition (B-GIDME) 2025, as part of the Bali–Global Axis of Arts and Design (B-GAAD) II 2025 series. The exhibition, held at the Nata Citta Art Space (N-CAS) of ISI Bali, was officially opened on Monday (October 27) by the Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. I Wayan “Kun” Adnyana.
Carrying the overarching theme “Tutur Bhuwana Tuwuh (Myths–World–Memories)”, the exhibition—curated by Tjok Istri Ratna C. S. and Pande Made Artadi from Bali, together with Prof. Loyce Arthur from the USA—serves as a dialectical dialogue space that highlights the dynamic interplay between authentic experience and performative perspectives on resilience and innovation rooted in mythology. Myths are presented as an inherited legacy of profound wisdom from Asia-Pacific civilizations, which have long served as a bridge connecting humankind and nature.
B-GIDME 2025 showcases the works of 108 designers from Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, and India, carefully selected for their excellence in interpreting the theme Myths–World–Memories through innovative design perspectives. Through these works, the exhibition aspires to shape a collective memory that reinforces shared commitments to human welfare, the preservation of local culture, and ecological balance.
This year, ISI Bali placed special emphasis on the organization of B-GIDME by undertaking a major renovation of the Nata Citta Art Space (N-CAS) exhibition hall—an initiative that reflects the institute’s vision of positioning B-GIDME as a leading platform showcasing cutting-edge design innovations.
Heartfelt appreciation is extended to the curators, designers, maestros, guest lecturers, media partners, and all committee members whose dedication, passion, and creativity contributed greatly to the success of B-GIDME 2025. Through this event, ISI Bali hopes to further strengthen its role as a robust art platform and a hub for Asia-Pacific collaboration in the fields of art and design.
The B-GIDME 2025 Exhibition will run from October 26 to November 26, 2025, at N-CAS ISI Bali.
(ISIBALI/Public Relations)
