Inspired by a poem by the Uzbek poet Khamid Alimdjan, the exhibition explores themes of hope, renewal, and resilience. Through artistic installations, specially commissioned design works, and a public programme, visitors are invited to engage with the cultural heritage of the Aral Sea region and Karakalpakstan, a region that has undergone significant ecological changes over recent decades.

The exhibition is curated by architect Kulapat Yantrasast and unfolds as a journey through three key aspects of everyday life in the region: textiles, food, and dwelling (the yurt). Works by twelve international designers are featured, including Bethan Laura Wood, Bobir Klichev, Didi Ng Wing Yin, Fernando Laposse, Marcin Rusak, Nifemi Marcus-Bello, Sanne Visser, and Sevara Khaydarova Donazzan, as well as design studios Glithero, Studio CoPain, and Raw-Edges. The pieces are crafted from traditional materials such as wood, silk, ceramics, felt, and reed.

Created specifically for the exhibition, the film Where The Water Ends, prepared by director Manuel Correa and architect Marina Otero Verzier, presents the Aral Sea region through the lens of life, rituals, and public forums within Karakalpak communities. The film addresses the preservation of memory in the context of climate collapse, offering a compelling narrative perspective that complements the exhibition's broader exploration of cultural resilience.

The exhibition will take place in Milan, Italy, from 20 to 26 April, daily from 10:00 to 18:00.