About us
Visual Fields is a network of design and creative professionals coming from diverse industry backgrounds. The network is built through a series of curated events where people can connect, support, and share with fellow experts. The network brings together independent, freelance, corporate, and firm-based practitioners to engage with design and creative professionals across different fields.
Visual Fields welcomes designers and otherwise self-identifying creatives to join for the group’s monthly networking and curated events to socialize, platform, promote, and discuss ideas and opportunities in Zürich’s dynamic design community.
Featured event
The Power of Visual Thinking: Where Strategy Gets Visible
If you cannot see your strategy, how do you know it is clear?
Even in creative teams, strategy is discussed, refined, and documented, yet often stays abstract. Ideas live in conversations, slides, and documents, but teams walk away with different understandings. What sounds aligned in theory often falls apart in practice.
We process images much faster than text, yet most organizations still rely on bullet points to communicate strategy.
The challenge is no longer developing better strategies.
It is making them visible so people can actually align around them.
In this interactive keynote, Michelle Geerlings, Country Director of Switzerland at Flatland, introduces visual thinking as a practical way to cut through complexity and build shared understanding.
With a background in Strategic Design from TU Delft and experience across Sweden, Japan, and Kenya, she works at the intersection of design, facilitation, and strategy. Through co-creation and visual facilitation, she helps teams turn abstract ideas into clear, shared visuals.
Join us on June 3 as she shares practical examples of how sketches and simple frameworks help teams align faster and turn ideas into action.
💡 What will you learn?
- Why visual thinking is a skill anyone can learn, and how it changes the way you think
- How co-creation builds ownership and engagement across teams
- What really matters in visual thinking: structure, hierarchy, metaphor, and systems thinking over aesthetics
- Why working visually leads to faster alignment than traditional documents
More about Flatland
www.flatland.nl
Connect with Michelle
LinkedIn
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📍 Where?
Kulturhaus Helferei, near the Grossmünster in Niederdorf.
> Kirchgasse 13, 8001 Zürich
(Tram-Station Helmhaus)
📅 When?
Wednesday, June 3, 7:00 PM / 19:00 Uhr
⏰ What’s the schedule?
6:45 PM → Doors open
7:00 PM → Keynote + Q&A
7:45 PM → Networking
🔗 Discord
Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord:
➡️ discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk
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Who’s Visual Fields?
Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts.
We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern.
Check out upcoming events
——
Event policies
We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect.
All policies
Fine print (the friendly kind)
By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes.
See you there! 😇
Upcoming events
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The Power of Visual Thinking: Where Strategy Gets Visible
Kulturhaus Helferei, Kirchgasse 13, Zürich, CHIf you cannot see your strategy, how do you know it is clear?
Even in creative teams, strategy is discussed, refined, and documented, yet often stays abstract. Ideas live in conversations, slides, and documents, but teams walk away with different understandings. What sounds aligned in theory often falls apart in practice.
We process images much faster than text, yet most organizations still rely on bullet points to communicate strategy.
The challenge is no longer developing better strategies.
It is making them visible so people can actually align around them.In this interactive keynote, Michelle Geerlings, Country Director of Switzerland at Flatland, introduces visual thinking as a practical way to cut through complexity and build shared understanding.
With a background in Strategic Design from TU Delft and experience across Sweden, Japan, and Kenya, she works at the intersection of design, facilitation, and strategy. Through co-creation and visual facilitation, she helps teams turn abstract ideas into clear, shared visuals.
Join us on June 3 as she shares practical examples of how sketches and simple frameworks help teams align faster and turn ideas into action.
💡 What will you learn?
- Why visual thinking is a skill anyone can learn, and how it changes the way you think
- How co-creation builds ownership and engagement across teams
- What really matters in visual thinking: structure, hierarchy, metaphor, and systems thinking over aesthetics
- Why working visually leads to faster alignment than traditional documents
More about Flatland
www.flatland.nlConnect with Michelle
LinkedIn——
📍 Where?
Kulturhaus Helferei, near the Grossmünster in Niederdorf.
> Kirchgasse 13, 8001 Zürich
(Tram-Station Helmhaus)📅 When?
Wednesday, June 3, 7:00 PM / 19:00 Uhr⏰ What’s the schedule?
6:45 PM → Doors open
7:00 PM → Keynote + Q&A
7:45 PM → Networking🔗 Discord
Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord:
➡️ discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk——
Who’s Visual Fields?
Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts.We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern.
Check out upcoming events——
Event policies
We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect.
All policiesFine print (the friendly kind)
By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes.See you there! 😇
35 attendees
Uetliberg Design Networking Hike
Triemli Bahnhof, Zurich, CHA creative walk & talk for designers and creatives
Join us for a half-day walk and talk along the scenic Uetliberg ridge, designed to connect outside the usual networking format.
No presentations. No panels. Just great people, ideas, and a shared path.
We start at Triemli Station and hike up through the forest to Uto Staffel (about 1.5 hours), guided by Mario Stipetic. From there, we continue into a relaxed 1 to 1.5 hour ridge walk along the Planetenweg with views over Zürich, the lake, and the Alps.
Conversations unfold naturally along the way. We move in small groups, rotate, and share thoughts on current projects, creative challenges, and topics like AI in design, or whatever emerges in the moment.
We end at Gut Mädikon Hofcafé, a hidden farm café, where we spend about one hour enjoying coffee, homemade cake, and relaxed conversation.
This is networking without the pressure. Just movement, fresh air, and meaningful exchange.
See you there! 😇
WhatsApp Group (Coordination)
We’ll send the WhatsApp invite after you RSVP.
You can also join via Discord below.——
The Easy Route
Prefer to skip the steep climb? Take the S10 train from Zürich HB to Uetliberg (about 20 minutes), then walk down to Uto Staffel and meet us there around 11:00 AM. Timing will be coordinated via the group on the day.Getting Back
We walk back along the ridge to Uetliberg, either retracing the Planetenweg or taking the path near the Uetliberg tower. From there, walk down to Triemli station and catch the train home.Physical Fitness
The initial climb takes about 1.5 hours and is steep, requiring a reasonable level of fitness. If you are unsure, take the easy route. The views are the same, and the Hofcafé cake tastes just as good.RSVP
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP so we can adjust the reservation at the Hofcafé.——
📅 Date
Sunday, June 7, 2026📍 Meeting Point (Start)
10:00 AM at Triemli Station, Zürich⏰ Duration
~6 to 7 hours total (including lunch break)🥾 Difficulty
Moderate (steep initial climb)⛰️ Elevation gain
~320 m (485 m > 805 m)🎒 What to bring
- Hiking shoes or sturdy trail shoes (no sneakers, no sandals)
- Water bottle (at least 0.5L)
- Weather-appropriate layers (cooler in the forest, windy on the ridge)
- Optional snack
- Sun protection (hat or cap, sunscreen)
🚶 Return
~13:30 from Hofcafé——
🔗 Discord
Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord:
➡️ discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk——
Who’s Visual Fields?
Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts.We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern.
Check out upcoming events——
Event policies
We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect.
All policiesFine print (the friendly kind)
You join at your own risk. The trail includes steep, uneven, and potentially muddy sections. Please wear appropriate footwear and assess your ability.
In case of heavy rain or unsafe conditions, the event will be postponed to June 7.By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes.
14 attendees
Visual Fields Zürich · Design Networking Event
Spheres, Hardturmstrasse, 66, Zurich, CHGot something you’re designing, experimenting with - or just looking to chat with other creatives? Then you’re invited to join us at sphères. 🙂
We meet monthly to chat and connect in a relaxed, friendly setting. It’s a chance to meet new people, talk about what you’re working on, and be part of Zürich’s creative community - surrounded by like-minded people who just get it.
PS: RSVPs are coming in from multiple platforms, which means the total number of sign-ups is likely higher than what you see here.
🥂 Why swing by?
- Find new collaborators, clients, employers and friends
- Swap ideas, get feedback, and share experiences
- Meet in a cozy after-work drinks atmosphere
- Join creatives from various fields and ages.
📍 Where?
sphères, next to the Limmat river.
> Hardturmstrasse 66, 8005 Zürich
(Tram-Station Förrlibuckstrasse)⏰ When?
Every second Thursday of the month, starting at 6 PM / 18:00 Uhr🔗 Discord link
Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord:
➡️ discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk——
Who’s Visual Fields?
Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts.We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern.
Check out upcoming events——
Event policies
We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect.
All policiesFine print (the friendly kind)
By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes.See you soon!! 🤩
12 attendeesVisual Fields Zürich · Design Networking Event
Spheres, Hardturmstrasse, 66, Zurich, CHGot something you’re designing, experimenting with - or just looking to chat with other creatives? Then you’re invited to join us at sphères. 🙂
We meet monthly to chat and connect in a relaxed, friendly setting. It’s a chance to meet new people, talk about what you’re working on, and be part of Zürich’s creative community - surrounded by like-minded people who just get it.
PS: RSVPs are coming in from multiple platforms, which means the total number of sign-ups is likely higher than what you see here.
🥂 Why swing by?
- Find new collaborators, clients, employers and friends
- Swap ideas, get feedback, and share experiences
- Meet in a cozy after-work drinks atmosphere
- Join creatives from various fields and ages.
📍 Where?
sphères, next to the Limmat river.
> Hardturmstrasse 66, 8005 Zürich
(Tram-Station Förrlibuckstrasse)⏰ When?
Every second Thursday of the month, starting at 6 PM / 18:00 Uhr🔗 Discord link
Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord:
➡️ discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk——
Who’s Visual Fields?
Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts.We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern.
Check out upcoming events——
Event policies
We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect.
All policiesFine print (the friendly kind)
By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes.See you soon!! 🤩
3 attendees
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