A worker arranges an exhibition section of the 2012 Youth Designers' Exhibition (YODEX) in Taipei, southeast China's Taiwan, May 18, 2012. (Xinhua/Hou Dongtao)

Visitors look at Teng, a concept car designed by students from Huafan University, at the 2012 Youth Designers' Exhibition (YODEX) in Taipei, southeast China's Taiwan, May 18, 2012. (Xinhua/Hou Dongtao)

A visitor looks at RIV CROSSER, a flood rescue raft designed by students from Shih Chien University, at the 2012 Youth Designers' Exhibition (YODEX) in Taipei, southeast China's Taiwan, May 18, 2012. (Xinhua/Hou Dongtao)

Visitors look at the model of floating warning sign used for car-parking, designed by students from Tatung University, at the 2012 Youth Designers' Exhibition (YODEX) in Taipei, southeast China's Taiwan, May 18, 2012.(Xinhua/Hou Dongtao)

The 2012 YODEX, opening Friday in Taipei, attracted over 100 exhibitors from 59 universities and colleges in Taiwan.

Since it was first launched in 1982, YODEX has been a platform for art and design students to present their creative talents.

Design companies will also take advantage of the event to seek prospective employees.