The importance of traditional crafts in sustainable development

The importance of traditional crafts in sustainable development

Pavol Capik, Patrik Knoblich

Our society is facing changes which require a new perspective on everyday decisions. Sustainability becomes not only an objective, but also a necessity. Within this topic, crafts as part of our cultural heritage and creative industry play a key role. They are not only a source of innovation, but also a catalyst for the transformation towards a more sustainable society. This text is about how crafts contribute to sustainability, to the creation of communities and why they are an important element both in design and art, as well as in everyday life.