We meet in the backyard in Friedrichstadt. This is where it all happens, where Mischa Kuball creates and lives. His works are archived here and stored in transport crates. The designs for his architectural light installations are created in a studio with metres of bookshelves. He switches on the predominantly white light, puts places, people and nature in the spotlight and aims to provide political and social impetus. The 65-year-old is a bundle of energy, someone who finds it hard to take no for an answer, a restless spirit who prefers to be on the move – physically and mentally.

Düsseldorf has a vibrant music scene that has much more to offer than electronic beats and legendary names. With festivals and events, music is also an important economic and tourism factor for the city. The association Music Düsseldorf was founded in 2024 to strengthen the positioning of the industry and brings together the key players in Düsseldorf's music industry. Board member Melanie Schrader talks about the diversity of the scene, the challenges and opportunities for musicians, and how the association plans to work with the city to strengthen its vibrant music culture.

He is a pioneer of the German gaming scene: as Managing Director of Ubisoft Blue Byte and Zone Managing Director, Benedikt Grindel is jointly responsible for the development of worldfamous games such as "The Settlers" and "Anno". He talks to VIVID editor Rainer Kunst about his fascination with gaming, his career moves, the importance of the gaming industry for the economy as a whole and the particular advantages of Düsseldorf as a business location.

At the age of 14, Clara Hunnenberg already knew she wanted to join the family business. She is now 32 years old, has a degree in event management and together with her mother, Heike, is running Hunnenberg GmbH, a flooring wholesaler in Düsseldorf-Flingern. In conversation, her passion for her job and her trade is obvious - as is her love for her home city.