We are a government approved innovation network of industry areas of wood, furniture, textile, apparel and creative industries. We work as a catalyst and bridge between new research-based knowledge, SMEs and higher education / organizations to create growth and value to businesses. Our cluster has a consortium of 10 partners, representing universities, architecture and design schools, Advanced Technology Institutes, Knowledge and expert communities within our business areas. We have 4 strategic focus areas: Innovation and Design; New materials; future living; Fashion and clothing. Every year we work with 300-400 different companies in our research and development projects, events, matchmaking process, seminars and workshops .. We are mdlem The European Cluster Excellent Initiative and has earned a bronze medal as Cluster Management Excellent.