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Sport & Design: Innovation in Sports Surfaces

In collaboration with MONDO GROUP

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Date:
April, 8th

The workshop will focus on exploring how sports surfaces can be designed, adapted, and customized for urban spaces and unconventional locations, using the 30×30 cm modular tile system (Tiles Sport Mondo). Participants will have to imagine and design “sports surface kits” that can be easily transported, assembled, and functional for different sports disciplines. The final result of the design activity will also have to include a contextualization in some iconic places in Italy to show the potential of playing surfaces in interesting and innovative contexts.

Project leaders:

Christian Ludovici 

Product designer e Coordinator Academic Diploma Course Level 1 in Design, Accademia Italiana, Rome

Gianluca Bocchetta 

Owner & Art Director at Velvet Studio

Partner Company: MONDO GROUP

Motivational Speaker: Andrea De Beni – Basket

MONDO GROUP

Mondo, a leading company in the global market of flooring, sports equipment and toys, is a family business founded in Alba, Italy, in 1948. The group holds a leading position in several sectors, including the production of flooring and sports equipment with Mondo Sport&Flooring, flooring for contract and transport with Artigo, and the production of balls and toys with Mondo Toys. Mondo Sport&Flooring stands out as a reference player in the global sports market, specializing in the production of prefabricated flooring and custom-made sports equipment for different applications, ranging from athletics tracks to synthetic grass for padel and football, to wooden floors for basketball gyms and fitness facilities. With installations in over 196 countries, the company has established itself as a trusted supplier worldwide. Since 1987, Mondo has been proud to be the official supplier of World Athletics, consolidating its reputation as a leading supplier of athletics tracks. The company has contributed to the success of 13 consecutive editions of the Olympic Games, including those held in Paris. Mondo continues to be committed to producing eco-sustainable and recyclable products at the end of their life cycle, ensuring athletes perform at their best while minimizing environmental impact. For information on supply visit our website.

ANDREA DE BENI

“I am 45 years old per leg. The math is simple: 45 times one…”

Born in Turin in 1979, I am married and a father of three daughters. I work in communication and training, focusing on inclusion and motivation.

Born with a congenital femoral malformation, I have transformed my experience into a journey of growth and inspiration. As a motivational speaker, coach, and activist, I help people overcome limits and fears through meetings, conferences, and multimedia content.

Roles and Projects:

  • Co-founder and Vice President of Bionic People
  • Founder of Adaptive Academy (adaptive movement for people with disabilities)
  • Diversity & Inclusion Member at Intesa Sanpaolo
  • Brand Ambassador for LEGO Italy
  • Ambassador & Impact Catalyst for WeGlad
  • Pioneering athlete: first athlete with a disability to compete in CrossFit, basketball, and quad racing (3-time world champion)

I participate in corporate, educational, and public events in both Italian and English, sharing my journey to inspire change and personal growth.