Valentina D'Efilippo | Design Matters 25

The Art and Craft of Visualizing Knowledge

In today’s data-driven world, where information is more prevalent than ever before, communicating complex information effectively and impactfully is crucial.

Learn how Valentina D'Efilippo, an award-winning designer, creative director, and author, goes beyond standard charts, turning data into meaningful experiences that enhance knowledge.

She’ll illustrate her approach to fostering understanding, connectivity, compassion, and action across different audiences – from illustrated books to digital twins.

About Valentina

Valentina D’Efilippo is an independent data designer and creative director. Her work has won many recognitions and has been exhibited internationally.

Her critically acclaimed book, “The Infographic History of the World”, co-authored with data journalist James Ball, has been translated into eleven languages. Valentina is also the co-author and illustrator of the groundbreaking “Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica”, an awe-inspiring encyclopedia for kids featuring thousands of facts and hundreds of original infographics covering a vast range of topics – from space to planet Earth, the animal kingdom and the human body.

Valentina’s unique blend of creativity, storytelling, and data-driven insights has led her to collaborate with public organizations, start-ups, agencies, and global brands across a wide range of fields and formats. Her work spans theater productions, exhibitions, editorial content, and interactive platforms, establishing her as a leading voice in the field of data visualization and information design.

Valentina’s passion for sharing knowledge has also led her to coach corporate teams and teach at universities around the world. She has lectured at Columbia Business School and runs a popular Guardian Masterclass in Data Visualization.