Basically, all design blogs and magazines feature a section devoted to significant design events, local and global. But they are just lists of names, locations and dates, with no or little in-depth coverage. Events related to design – design weeks, design festivals, trade fairs, on the other hand – are crucial to communities and cultural exchanges. In some cases, like Milan, they deeply affect the urban texture of the city. In different situations, while they are not as closely connected to life’s town, they are still representative of some local and international communities.

From this came the idea of a guide dedicated solely to events, which, in addition to providing practical data, delves into all aspects of each event. What kind of event it is, which size, who it might be interesting for, who attends it.

The Design Weeks: high value for the design community

One of the main value of design events, weeks or festivals, is the community building: these events can foster community among people interested in design. Attending these events can create a sense of belonging and a supportive network.

Local and Global Perspective. These design events, whether they are  can vary in scale from local exhibitions to international conferences. A design events guide can provide information on events at different levels, allowing attendees to choose what suits their needs.

In short, design events carry a very significant weight in a designer’s or company’s business.
That’s why a guide that delves into all aspects of events was lacking in the landscape of blogs and sites, and that’s why it’s important that it’s finally here now.

The Design Events Guide: a resource for the global design community

Design Weeks, Festivals & Trade Fairs Guide includes the following data per each event:

• Information about the upcoming and past events, including names, dates, locations, and duration
• Event descriptions, themes, and awards, highlighting what attendees can expect
• Details about the organizers and sponsors of each event
• Information about notable speakers, designers, or exhibitors participating in the events
• Categories or design segments that each event focuses on (e.g., graphic design, interior design, fashion design, concept design, etc.).
• Registration and ticket information
• Venue details and directions, especially for out-of-town attendees
• Updates and changes to event details, ensuring the information remains current 

This Guide also gives reviews, recommendations, or highlights of particular events within the guide.

The guide caters to a diverse audience, including design professionals, students, educators, business owners, and design enthusiasts interested in participating or attending these significant design events.