SMAPS Lab – 2nd Edition Wrap-Up: A Journey Through Ancient Crafts and a Sustainable Future 🌿

We’re thrilled to announce that the second edition of the SMAPS Laboratory has successfully come to an end! Over the course of eight sessions and six immersive visits, students explored the hidden layers of Venice through a unique experience that blended hands-on learning, local traditions, and sustainable innovation.

A Bridge Between Tradition and Innovation

Throughout the program, participants had the opportunity to meet artisans, cultural practitioners, and local entrepreneurs who are keeping Venice’s heritage alive — not in museums, but in everyday life.

From ancient crafts to forward-thinking approaches to tourism, the lab created space for students to reflect on how sustainability and innovation can coexist with and enhance the city’s historical and cultural identity.

More Than a Workshop: A Transformative Experience

👣 Conscious walks

👐 Hands-on workshops

💬 Open discussions

📝 Collective reflection

SMAPS Lab was not just a training course — it was an invitation to see Venice differently: through attentive eyes, curious minds, and collaborative action.

“I had never seen Venice like this before. I realized that behind every workshop, every object, there’s a living story that deserves to be heard.”

— A participant, 16 years old

Thank You to All Our Partners

We want to express our heartfelt thanks to the artisans, organizations, and local partners who generously opened their doors and shared their time, skills, and stories. And of course, to our incredible participants — thank you for your curiosity, enthusiasm, and thoughtful engagement.

What’s Next?

We’re already working on the next edition of the SMAPS Lab!

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✨ Until next time — Venice is waiting to be rediscovered.