ICF Next
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ICF Next, Eurofound
Eurofound (the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions) is the EU’s tripartite agency that provides research and insights to support the development of better social, employment, and work-related policies across Europe.
The Eurofound Forum is a quadrennial event, and in November 2025, the organisation marked its 50th anniversary with a landmark gathering in the Great Hall and Baroque Chapel at IMMA. The programme comprised two distinct elements: a Gala Dinner followed by a Forum meeting with plenary and breakout sessions.
As this milestone anniversary looked ahead to the next 50 years of Eurofound, the brief called for décor, staging, and entertainment that would honour the organisation’s legacy while clearly signalling future ambition. What began as a traditional conference and gala evolved into a fully design-led experience that set the tone for Eurofound’s next chapter.
Value delivered
Following an in-depth exploration of Eurofound’s ethos, history, and future focus, AVCOM’s Design Team developed a creative concept inspired by the organisation’s Double Diamond logo and core brand colour palette. This informed a striking, bespoke ATOMIC stage backdrop that acted as both a visual centerpiece and a strong brand statement.
Sustainability was central to the event design approach, with reusable structures and compostable materials specified throughout the build, aligning with Eurofound’s values and long-term outlook.
Entertainment was also a key consideration. Eurofound wanted a moment that reflected contemporary Irish culture while reinforcing its forward-looking mission around the future of work. In response, AVCOM conceived and produced an original, bespoke performance combining choreographed interpretative dance with custom-composed music. Traditional Irish musical motifs were reimagined with a futuristic edge, resulting in a performance that felt both rooted and progressive.
- Design-led storytelling
A bespoke visual environment inspired by Eurofound’s brand and symbolism transformed the historic venue into a forward-looking stage for conversation and celebration. - Meaningful sustainability
Reusable scenic elements and compostable materials ensured the anniversary celebration aligned with Eurofound’s long-term values, not just its short-term spectacle. - Original cultural expression
A custom performance blending contemporary dance with reinterpreted Irish music delivered a memorable, emotionally resonant moment for international delegates. - Seamless dual-format delivery
From structured Forum sessions to an immersive Gala Dinner, AVCOM delivered a cohesive experience across two distinct event formats and spaces.
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How AVCOM helped Eurofound experience more
For over 50 years, Eurofound has been dedicated to visualising and improving the future of work. By activating the historic setting of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham with modern design language and blending heritage-inspired music with contemporary interpretative dance, AVCOM honoured Eurofound’s past achievements while looking firmly ahead.
The result was an immersive anniversary experience that balanced legacy, innovation, and future possibility, celebrating 50 years of impact while confidently setting the stage for the next 50.
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