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SUMMARY:Norwegian design at Oslo Design Fair
DESCRIPTION:Oslo Design Fair began in 2015 as a rebranding of the Gift & Interior Fair\, and is Norwegian design leading fair. The fair takes place at NOVA Spektrum in Lillestrøm\, a new and modern facility near the capital. Twice a year\, the fair opens its doors\, thereby attracting domestic and international visitors. Organizer of the Oslo Design Fair is NOVA Spektrum (formerly Norges Varemesse)\, which has long experience in promoting products and services for the industry.\nThe next edition of the Oslo Design Fair takes place January 21-23\, 2024. \nDiscover Guangzhou Design Week 2024 \n \nIn Norway\, a trade fair for interior decoration\nThe fair focuses on interior decoration\, and products on display range from furniture to decoration\, to contemporary design. Beyond simply showcasing products\, the trade show reinforces Norwegian design culture. Highlights include pop-up shops\, interactive workshops and seminars. Speakers\, experts in the field\, offer insights into the latest trends\, colors and tendencies in interior design\, residential\, and retail. Of particular interest is the “Oslo Contract & Furniture Fair (OCFF)” segment. This brings together interior architects\, manufacturers\, designers and retailers. A fashion design zone showcasing the latest trends completes the exhibition offerings. \nOslo Design Fair – January edition – hosts about 300 exhibitors\, and the last edition attracted around 10\,000 visitors\, from Norway and abroad. Visitors are mainly professionals\, buyers\, designers\, architects\, journalists and bloggers. \nDiscover Stockholm Furniture Fair \n \nWhy Visit\nOslo Design Fair is the leading trade fair for Norwegian design and furniture professionals. Although small in size\, it hosts leading brands from Scandinavia and other countries and welcomes major players. With two annual editions\, including one dedicated to contract\, it represents a comprehensive offering in the interior design scene. Giftware completes the range of home decor products. \nOslo Design Fair\, NOVA Spektrum Lillestrøm\, January 21-23\, 2024\nOslo Design fair is for professionals only\nSize: 300 exhibitors\, 10.000 visitors in 2023 January edition \nVisit website Oslodesignfair.no for more info \nA-Lab exhibition at Oslo Design Fair
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/norwegian-design-oslo-design-fair/
LOCATION:NOVA Spektrum\, Messeveien 8\, 2004 Lillestrøm\, 2004\, Norway
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:Architecture festival Elev8: a celebration of architecture and design
DESCRIPTION:Elev8\, a dynamic architecture festival by The Architects Diary\, is bringing together the brightest minds and trailblazing thinkers across India. This prestigious event is set to take place in Ahmedabad\, Gujarat\, on February 1–2\, 2025\, as an offline gathering that promises to inspire\, connect\, and ignite change. With over 2\,000 attendees expected\, the third edition of Elev8 celebrates meaningful conversations\, cutting-edge ideas\, and the collective power of the design community. \nThe theme for 2025\, “Building a Legacy – A Vision for Generations\,” explores how design can create lasting impacts\, spark transformative change\, and shape a resilient future. The architecture festival Elev8 provides a platform for exchanging insights\, fostering collaboration\, and amplifying the voices shaping the architecture and design industry. \nDiscover Milan Design Week \n \nWhy architecture festival Elev8 is Unmissable\n1. Curated Excellence\nElev8 2025 prioritizes quality with its carefully curated sessions\, featuring thought leaders\, celebrated architects\, and industry experts. Explore the latest trends\, tackle pressing challenges\, and dive into innovative solutions transforming the design world. \n2. Immersive Experiences\nStep beyond traditional events with hands-on workshops\, experiential installations\, and tech-driven showcases. Engage directly with pioneering ideas and solutions designed to redefine design and architecture. \n3. Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration\nElev8 bridges architects\, designers\, builders\, engineers\, and brands\, fostering meaningful conversations and partnerships that spark actionable insights. \n4. Future-Forward Focus\nThis year’s architecture festival highlights sustainability\, emerging technologies\, and cutting-edge practices. Elev8 is the hub for future-oriented professionals committed to shaping the future of architecture\, engineering\, and construction (AEC). \n5. Unmatched Networking Opportunities\nWith a meticulously curated attendee profile\, Elev8 facilitates one-on-one networking\, connecting top-tier professionals\, brands\, and influencers in meaningful and impactful ways. \n6. Festival-Like Atmosphere\nBlending learning with celebration\, Elev8 offers a vibrant\, creative environment. From interactive design showcases to cultural performances\, this event is more than a festival—it’s an experience that inspires. \nDiscover Milan Salone del Mobile
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/architecture-festival-elev8-a-celebration-of-architecture-and-design/
LOCATION:Atma House\, Atma House\, Ashram Rd\, Vishalpur\, Muslim Society\, Navrangpura\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat 380009\, India\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat\, 380009\, India
CATEGORIES:Design Summit & Conferences
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SUMMARY:Stockholm Design Week
DESCRIPTION:Stockholm Design Week\, started in 2002 by the Stockholm Furniture Fair\, highlights Scandinavian design and attracts buyers\, architects\, designers\, and journalists. The 2025 edition runs from February 3–9\, featuring open studios\, showrooms\, exhibitions\, and workshops. \nLed by newly appointed managing director Daniel Heckscher\, the 2025 edition is visually defined by the work of Finnish textile artist Kustaa Saksi\, setting the tone for a dynamic and inspiring week. \n Discover Stockholm Furniture Fair 2024 \nStockholm Furniture Fair 2024\nOne of the key highlights of the event is the Stockholm Furniture Fair\, held at Stockholmsmässan\, which serves as a central hub for professionals and enthusiasts alike. \nStockholm Design Week 2925 main events\nSpanish furniture brand Andreu World will host a showroom to unveil its latest collections\, including the launch of the Calma Lounge by industrial designer Benjamin Hubert on February 5. Other featured collections include collaborations with renowned designers Philippe Starck\, Patricia Urquiola\, and Alfredo Häberli. \nBenjamin Hubert \nThe Claesson Koivisto Rune exhibition will present contemporary designs from the Swedish studio alongside historical pieces from Jackson Design’s archives\, with works by iconic designers like Hans Wegner\, Alvar Aalto\, and Gio Ponti. Visitors can also view the Hand Suite collection\, a handcrafted dining set created by a Japanese master cabinetmaker. Swedish design brand Bolon will open its showroom\, inviting attendees to explore its innovative rugs and materials through interactive activities and presentations. Svenskt Tenn will display a collection of upcycled rugs made from salvaged textiles\, originally designed by modernist architect Josef Frank. This collaboration with Vandra Rugs highlights the artistry of weaving and celebrates Frank’s bold\, colorful patterns\, such as the Delhi print. \nBolon showroom in Stockholm \n NK Interior will present the “Made in Sweden” exhibition\, emphasizing local production\, sustainability\, and the use of high-quality materials. The exhibition will feature works by notable designers such as Monica Förster\, Pia Wallén\, and Jonas Bohlin\, as well as pieces by Lukas Carpelan\, a recipient of the 2025 Together scholarship. This initiative\, created by NK Interior founder Kadi Harjak\, highlights the collaboration with Kasthall\, Sweden’s oldest rug brand. \nExhibition Made in Sweden 2024 \nThrough its diverse programming\, Stockholm Design Week 2025 offers a vibrant blend of contemporary innovation and historical craftsmanship\, fostering connections and inspiring creativity across the global design community.
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/stockholm-design-week/
LOCATION:Stockholm\, 12530\, Sweden
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Stockholm Furniture Fair began in 1952 as a showcase of Scandinavian design. From 1951 to the present\, in more than seventy years\, the Stockholm Furniture Light Fair has gone from being a local furniture fair to a world-renowned event. And exhibitors have adapted\, becoming increasingly international\, as have visitors. \nThe next edition takes place February 4-8\, 2025. \n \nStages of evolution\n1950s\nIn 1951\, the first furniture presentation took place in S:t Eriksmässan. Before long\, Scandinavian manufacturers were also presenting at the new furniture fair\, Svenska möbelmässan\, in Stockholm. \n1960s\nThe Fair already had about 300 exhibitors. The products on display were mainly residential furniture\, objects and accessories. \n1970s\nIn 1970\, S:t Eriksmässan moved to a new location in Älvsjö\, and after a couple of years\, changed its name to Stockholmsmässan. The furniture fair debuted at the new location in 1971. \n1980s\nStudents from Konstfack (Stockholm University of Arts\, Crafts\, and Design) made their debut\, and furniture for public spaces increased their presence at the Fair. In the mid-1980s\, the exhibition space reached 45\,000 square meters; today\, it has grown to 70\,000 square meters. \nFarming Architects at Stockholm Furniture Fair 2024 \nThe Stockholm Furniture Fair and Northern Light Fair \n1990s\nIn 1995\, for the first time\, the Northern Light Fair ran in parallel with the Stockholm Furniture Fair. Furniture for public spaces occupied an increasing amount of space\, and the Fair became a leader in Scandinavia. \n2002\nIn 2002\, the Stockholm Design Week was started to complement the Fair. Thus\, the second week of February became the most important week of the year for Scandinavian design. \n2003\nIt was the year of the first Greenhouse\, the arena for emerging designers and design schools. In Greenhouse\, there are prototypes of young people seeking manufacturers on show. \n2004\nIn 2004\, the Stockholm Furniture Fair invited an internationally acclaimed designer to create a lounge in the Entrance Hall for the first time. From 2004 onward\, each year\, the Stockholm Design Fair invited a different designer as a Guest of Honor. \n2010s\nIn 2010\, the Fair redesigned Hall A\, and the size of the fair increased. International presence has been expanding year by year. \n2014\nIn conjunction with the Fair\, the Stockholm Design Talks have been launched. The lectures are attended by various figures who excel in design and architecture. \nDiscover Formafantasma at Stockholm Furniture Fair 2024 \nReading Room by Formafantasma at Stockholm Furniture Fair 2024 \nStockholm Furniture & Light Fair 2025\nAfter a forced three-year hiatus due to the pandemic\, the Stockholm Furniture Fair returned to full capacity in 2023. In the meantime\, it also adopted a new name\, Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair. In 2023\, the Fair invited Sweden’s first guest of honor\, the design studio Front. The Guest of Honor 2024 was Formafantasma\, and the Guest of Honor 2025 is Faye Toogood. Also\, in 2023\, it debuted the new Älvsjö Gård platform\, which showcases limited-edition experimental design. In 2024 and 2025 the programme includes also Green House\, the international platform for up-and-coming designers at the Stockholm Furniture Fair. Also in 2025\, is coming back the design Bar\, designed by Emma Olbers and All Matter Studio.  \nWhy visit\nThe Stockholm Furniture Fair is Scandinavia’s most important furniture and design fair. In addition to exhibiting products\, the Fair features a rich program of talks. Its various cultural programs and lectures make it an ideal platform for professional development. The new concept\, The Nude Edition\, allows for enriching education in booth design. The Greenhouse platform also makes it possible to learn about trends among young designers and in schools. \nStockholm Furniture & Light Fair\, February 4-8\, 2025\nStockholm Furniture Fair is for professionals; on last day\, Saturday february 10\, is open to the public\nSize: 270 exhibitors\, over 18\,000 visitors in 2024 \nVisit StockholmFurnitureFair website for more info 
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/stockholm-furniture-light-fair/
LOCATION:Stockholmsmässan\, Mässvägen 1\, Stockholm\, 125 80\, Sweden
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SUMMARY:Surface Design Show London
DESCRIPTION:The Surface Design Show is a design event in London\, focusing exclusively on interior and exterior surfaces. Founded in 2005\, the Surface Design Show London is the perfect spot to showcase your products to an audience of architects\, interior designers\, and specifiers.\nIt takes place in Business Design Centre London\, and the next edition runs February 4-6\, 2025. The exhibitors come from the United Kingdom and abroad. They are related to the sectors of graphic design\, plastics industry\, architecture\, building materials\, multimedia art\, cinema\, industrial fairs\, construction\, and electronics. \nDiscover Ambiente\, the Frankfurt Fair 2025 \n \n \nMore than 180 companies will gather at the event to showcase flooring\, ceiling systems\, carpets\, façades\, recyclable surfaces\, roofing\, coatings\, tiles\, architectural lighting\, and much more. The 2025 edition expects over 180 exhibitors and 6\,000 professional visitors. \nFocusing on the core market\, the Surface Design Show hosts in London exhibitors who inspire others throughout their live projects at the event. On top of the exhibitors\, the show consists of seminars and presentations\, featuring over 40 experts. \nDiscover January Furniture Show in Birmingham \n \n2025 Highlights\nThe theme for 2025 is Creative Conscience. Here\, some highlights from 2025 edition: \nSurface Spotlight. This year\, we are excited to celebrate the intersection between future-thinking design and creativity. Surfaces and finishes explore technological developments while retaining the human touch\, bringing life into our environments. \nStone Knowledge Hub\, in collaboration with Stone Federation GB\nThe Stone Knowledge Hub is returning to the 2025 Surface Design Show for its 9th year running. Located at the heart of the show\, this hub presents natural stones for interior design. \nDesigners Hub \nInnovation Gallery\, featuring showcases from The Royal College of Arts and GREEN GRADS. A showcase of the newest innovations in material design\, hosted on the gallery level at Surface Design Show 2025. \n• The Royal College of Arts will exhibit work from groups of both students and alumni\, presenting a fantastic display of forward-thinking design. \n• GREEN GRADS will feature eight graduates from UK universities\, with projects addressing some of the world’s most pressing eco-issues. \nDiscover IDS Interior Design Show in Toronto \n \n2025 Highlights\nMain Stage Program\nFeaturing 40 expert speakers across multiple sessions. \nSurface Design Awards\nFor over 13 years\, the Surface Design Awards have been the ultimate celebration of creativity and excellence in surface design.\nThe 2025 event takes place on Wednesday\, 5 February 2025. \nItalian Pavilion\nPresented by ITA – Italian Trade Agency – the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is a governmental agency supporting Italian businesses abroad while promoting foreign investment in Italy. In partnership with Confindustria Marmomacchine\, ITA is pleased to present 14 Italian marble companies\, showcasing their stunning collections at stands 471/460/450. \nWhy Visit?\nOver 6\,000 senior professionals in the interior design community will gather to explore the very best in surface know-how. Engage with over 180 exhibiting companies showcasing an array of products from across the globe. \nLearn from over 40 industry experts within our comprehensive speaker program to enrich your professional knowledge.\nGet close to the best beautiful natural stone in the Stone Knowledge Hub\, with Great Britain’s and Italy’s pavilions. \nDiscover the next big thing in the Innovation Gallery section\, by connecting with up-and-coming designers with fresh perspectives and ground-breaking ideas. \nExperience a hands-on encounter with innovative and tactile products at Surface Spotlight Live. \nSurface Design Show\, February 4-6\, 2025\nSurface Design Show is for professionals only\nSize: 180 exhibitors\, 6\,000 visitors in 2024\nVisit SurfaceDesignShow website for more info
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/surface-design-show-london/
LOCATION:Business Design Center\, 52 Upper Street\, London\, N1 0QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:The Madrid Design Festival
DESCRIPTION:February 6 to 15 March\, 2025: these are the dates of Madrid Design Festival\, now in its eighth edition. The festival transforms Madrid into the capital of design\, cementing its privileged position on the international stage. The Madrid Design Festival 2025 event will spotlight Berlin as the invited city and feature around 200 activities\, 20 exhibitions\, and more than 80 OFF spaces\, Open Studios\, and showrooms. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week BKKDW \nMadrid Design Festival 2024 \nMadrid Design Festival: a long running-project\nThe Madrid Design Festival is a long-running project that spreads throughout the city. A design festival becomes the best tool for democratizing design\, and to convey the importance of a discipline that transforms our daily lives. A language that generates methodologies\, changes mindsets\, positively modifies our environment and\, most importantly\, redesigns the world. \nDiscover imm cologne 2024 \nCastilla La Mancha exhibition\, 2024 \nA festival rich in events and renowned guests\nThe Festival is an event rich in ambitious proposals\, putting design on the city’s cultural calendar. The many events attract a national and international audience throughout the capital for both exhibitions and educational activities. The Madrid Design Festival’s cross-disciplinary program features prominent designers and\, at the same time\, promotes young professionals.  \nThe Festival organization works to turn the city of Madrid into a Design Festival every February; thus opening the season in which the city becomes a leading space in design and creativity. The Madrid Design Festival\, conceived and created by La Fábrica\, with the direction of Álvaro Matías\, relies from the beginning on the collaboration of an advisory board including independent experts and specialists in different fields. \nDiscover CES Las Vegas \nÁlvaro Matías\, Director at Madrid Design Festival. Photo Madrid Design Festival \nSince its first edition in 2028\, the Madrid Design Festival has established itself as an international design event. Thanks to 48 exhibitions\, 25 brands\, and more than 200 initiatives with 320 professionals\, by 2018 the Festival had already attracted more than 160\,000 visitors. Today\, nearly 500\,000 people participate in each edition\, along with 100 brands and institutions and 700 professionals.  \nThe Madrid Design Awards at Madrid Design Festival\nThe Madrid Design Awards honor the world’s most outstanding designs\, celebrating excellence through the festival’s prestigious accolades. These awards have showcased the visionary work of design luminaries such as Miguel Milá\, Piet Hein Eek\, Irma Boom\, Gaetano Pesce\, El Último Grito\, Giorgetto Giugiaro\, Neri&Hu\, Bruno Monguzzi\, Jaime Hayón\, Selgascano\, Patricia Urquiola\, Peter Saville\, Hella Jongerius\, Curro Claret\, and Stefano Boeri—distinguished winners of recent editions. \nThe dates of the next Madrid Design Festival are February 6-March 15\, 2025. It hosts over 200 events\, including exhibitions\,  installations\, talks and more. One hundred seventy-seven brands and institutions and 700 professionals will participate.  \nDiscover NYCxDesign  \nDesigners awarded in 2024 \nMadrid Design Festival 2025\nThe 2025 edition of Madrid Design Festival presents a program structured around distinct themes. Madrid Diseña serves as an umbrella for all private and public initiatives that promote visibility for design. It incorporates exhibitions\, showrooms\, open studios\, and a range of activities aimed at exploring the future of design. \nTejiendo Redes emphasizes visibility and value\, focusing on often-overlooked areas where design plays a crucial role. It also fosters connections between cities\, professionals\, industries\, and institutions\, illustrating the power of collaboration and shared vision. \nFiesta Design celebrates design as a sensory experience\, featuring installations\, workshops\, exhibitions\, and brand and institutional presentations that merge seamlessly with creative expression.  \nDiseñoesfera unites business and design\, providing an environment where new projects can flourish. This segment focuses on the professional sector\, promoting activities that nurture the design ecosystem\, stimulate economic and cultural growth\, and create opportunities for industry professionals. It underscores design as a catalyst for business transformation\, economic progress\, and innovation. \nWhy visit\nTo experience Madrid in a different and more vibrant atmosphere. The Madrid Design Festival is an event that can be experienced at different levels. There is the MadridDesignPro platform\, which charges an entrance fee and features talks by many internationally renowned architects and designers.\nThen\, there’s the Festival OFF\, where showrooms\, design galleries\, stores\, studios\, workshops\, restaurants\, and pop-up venues highlight their uniqueness and offer different events. There are exhibitions\, installations\, and product launches here\, which can also be of interest to a more general audience\, and they are free.\nIn addition\, there are other various other installations and exhibitions linked to different institutions\, which create opportunities for social and cultural deepening. \nMadrid Design Festival\, February 6-March 15\, 2024\nMadrid Design Festival is both for professionals and general public\nMadridDesignPro is the talks program\, February 19th to 22nd\, paid entry fee\nFestival OFF is the large program of exhibitions\, open to the public\, free of charge\nSize: 200 brands and institutions\, 700 professionals\nAround 500\,000 visitors \nVisit MadridDesignFestival website for more info 
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/the-madrid-design-festival/
LOCATION:Madrid\, Madrid\, 28001\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:Courmayeur Design Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The fifth edition of the Courmayeur Design Week-end will once again transform Courmayeur\, its mountains\, and valleys into a showcase for Italian and international design\, from February 6 to 9\, 2025. As every year\, the region will not only provide a backdrop but will be a central part of the prestigious event\, bringing design to this alpine location\, far from the typical urban setting. Courmayeur Design Weekend is organized by Paola Silva Coronel in partnership with Courmayeur Mont Blanc\, under the patronage of the Industrial Design Association\, Altagamma Foundation\, the Architects’ Order\, and in collaboration with Courmayeur Mont Blanc Funivie and Skyway Monte Bianco. \nDiscover Courmayeur Design Week-end 2024 \nThe Courma Beach\, photo Giacomo Buzio\, courtesy Courmayeur Design Weekend \nCourmayeur Design Weekend 2025\nThis year’s theme is “Unexpected Directions\,” reflecting the awareness that\, in a world where everything tends to be predictable\, sometimes something unexpected happens. This requires the courage to dive into life\, like riding down a slope on a sled\, knowing that even losing control might be surprisingly positive. The theme will be explored through installations blending snow\, ice\, and creativity\, such as sleds decorated by a select group of architects. These will be auctioned off for charity during the Dinner Party on Saturday\, February 8\, at the Palazzetto dello Sport in Courmayeur. \nDiscover Pietrasanta Design Week-end \nCourmayeur Skyway. Photo Giacomo Buzio\, courtesy Courmayeur Design Week-end \nMany renowned guests are expected. The main keynote speaker for 2025 will be Alberto Meda\, an engineer and industrial designer\, winner of numerous awards including 6 Compasso d’Oro\, 6 Red Dot Awards\, and Designer of the Year 1999. He has curated and participated in exhibitions from Tokyo to New York’s MoMA and Milan’s Triennale. Meda will speak at the “Talk on Top” event on Friday\, February 7 at the Skyway Monte Bianco Pavillon. \nOn February 7\, a preview of Alice’s Flowers\, a special edition Save The Glacier by fashion designer Tiziano Guardini and architect Luigi Ciuffreda\, will be presented. This project aims to protect glaciers and promote sustainability\, using regenerated cellulose. It features a flower-shaped pillow embroidered with emotions\, created as a versatile accessory for Kartell seating. \nDiscover Milan Design Week 2025 \nWhy visit\nDesign week-end is a format inspired by design weeks\, but it avoids large cities in favor of small towns and villages where local identity\, history\, landscape\, cultural context\, and even social life create the perfect setting for a new way of communication and sharing. Over the course of a weekend\, brands\, designers\, and communication professionals take the lead in exhibitions\, talks\, and installations.  \nSelected from the most important Italian and international brands and figures\, they attract a diverse audience\, including both industry professionals and people interested in culture\, beauty\, and discovery. Design Weekend is a format and an organization that brings a complete package of content to each participating location. These contents evolve and enrich according to the specific features of the location and local traditions.  \nDesign Week-end is realized with the support of the Ministry of Tourism\, and the sponsorship of Altagamma\, ADI and the Order of Architects\, Planners\, Landscapers and Conservators of the Autonomous Region of Valle d’Aosta. \nCourmayeur Design Week-end\, Courmayeur\, February 6-9\, 2025\nCourmayeur Design Week-end is open to the public\nDifferent locations\nVisit website Designweek-end.it for more info \nSome images from Courmayeur Design Week-end 2024
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/courmayeur-design-weekend/
LOCATION:Courmayeur\, Courmayeur\, 11013\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Ambiente Fair in Frankfurt
DESCRIPTION:Ambiente Fair\, in Frankfurt\, is one of the most important trade shows in the world\, for the home décor industry. The 2024 edition takes place from February 7-11. Organized by Messe Frankfurt\, it’s held every year in late January or early February. Frankfurt has a long tradition of trade fairs: the first Frankfurt Autumn Fair became a regular fair in 1240. Ambiente grew from the International Spring Fair in 1990\, as Premiere and Ambiente. In 1996\, the trade fairs Paperworld\, Beautyworld and Christmasworld replaced Premiere\, while the Autumn Fair was rebranded as Tendence. \nDiscover Ambiente 2024 \n \nAmbiente Fair: a show inFrankfurt for HoReCa and residential\nToday\, Ambiente is a trade show rich in inspiration\, design trends\, new products and ideas. The show caters to residential and HoReCa markets\, with product areas Dining\, Living\, Giving and Working\, and is for professionals only. The Living area offers all styles of furniture and decoration. The Giving zone\, on the other hand\, provides a broad overview of gifts and personal accessories\, as well as high-quality stationery and school supplies. The new Working area focuses on the work of tomorrow. Finally\, the HoReCa and Contract Business sectors express future intersections. \nAmbiente 2025 focuses on major contemporary issues. Sustainability\, the work of the future\, design\, lifestyle\, retail\, and e-commerce are the most current topics\, featured in products\, seminars\, and workshops.  \nDiscover Milan Salone del Mobile \n \nA very international trade fair\nIn 2024\, Ambiente hosted 140\,000 visitors from 170 countries\, with 4\,928 exhibitors\, on 250\,000 square meters of floor space. The five countries from which the most professionals arrived were Germany\, Italy\, China\, Netherlands\, USA. \nIn addition to the fair\, Ambiente has set up a digital platform\, which allows people to keep up to date with trends and maintain contact with exhibitors throughout the year. Conzoom Solutions\, in fact\, is the platform for industry professionals with a directory of consumer goods manufacturers\, and nmedia.hub is the content platform for the home & living sector. \nDiscover Elena Salmistraro\, Designer of the Year 2024 \n \nWhy visit\nAmbiente\, in Frankfurt\, is one of the world’s most international and important home decor fairs. Established in 1990 in place of the Autumn Fair\, it has become one of the most influential trade fairs in the world over time. From here emerge trends for objects and accessories\, in the different environments of the home and HoReCa sectors.\nThe fair offers a comprehensive panorama of giftware\, divided by sectors. Dining\, Living\, Giving and Working provide a close look at the countless offerings for the home\, table\, gifts and the future of work.\nIn addition to products\, Ambiente offers a rich program of lectures and talks\, featuring international industry experts. Designers\, researchers\, trendsetters\, bloggers\, offer insights into the latest trends in decoration.\nIn addition\, Ambiente Trends 25+ is an exhibition showcasing products that express the most up-to-date trends. And the Talents section gives space to emerging talents\, young designers and their proposals. \nAmbiente\, Messe Frankfurt\, February 7-11\, 2024\nAmbiente is for professionals only \nSize: 4\,928 exhibitors\, 140\,000 visitors in 2024\nVisit Ambiente.Messefrankfurt.com for more info
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/ambiente-fair-frankfurt/
LOCATION:Messe Frankfurt\, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1\, Frankfurt\, 60327\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:Bangkok Design Week - BKKDW
DESCRIPTION:Bangkok Design Week (BKKDW)\, now in its 8th year\, has long been a regular highlight on Bangkok’s events calendar.\nThe 2025 edition takes place February 8-25\, 2025.\nDesigned as a city festival\, Bangkok Design Week contributes to the growth of creative industries and promotes Bangkok as a UNESCO Creative City Network\, Bangkok City of Design. The event is organized by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organization) or CEA\, in collaboration with more than 60 state agencies\, public organizations\, universities\, and international institutions. In addition to institutions\, more than 2\,000 designers and creative enterprises participate in Bangkok Design Week; the festival attracts about 400\,000 visitors from Thailand and abroad. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week 2024 \n  \n\nBangkok Design Week: a growth engine for Thailand design\nBKKDW is a growth engine for Thailand’s design and creative industries\, stimulating business competitiveness. In different ways\, it includes showcasing innovative companies and projects. It also boosts competitiveness and promotes the creative industry.\nMoreover\, Design Festival Week also positively impacts Bangkok’s tourism industry\, galleries\, cafes\, restaurants\, gifts and souvenirs\, travel\, hotels\, and public transportation. \nBangkok\, in fact\, is one of the most desirable tourist destinations\, but it’s not an ideal nice place to live. In the several rankings of “tourist cities\,” Bangkok always ranks high among the cities everyone wants to visit. This may be because of the appeal of its various tourist attractions\, the reasonable cost of living for travelers\, and the friendliness of the people.\nHowever\, Bangkok needs to catch up in the ranking of livable cities due to various structural problems.\nThese include traffic congestion\, lack of infrastructure\, air quality problems\, insufficient green spaces\, and insufficient public areas. In addition\, Bangkok faces future challenges\, such as rapid urban transformation. \nDiscover Style Bangkok  \n\nBangkok Design Week: Livable Landscape\nAgainst this backdrop\, Bangkok Design Week becomes an opportunity to invite the design community to create a “Livable Landscape” in all possible forms\, from the relationships we build to the space we inhabit to the environment we live in. A city that is physically well-designed\, easily accessible\, and promotes good health. A city that cares for its inhabitants and offers diverse activities and celebrates authentic culture.\nIn this sense\, design matters: a well-designed city ensures good living\, thriving public spaces\, and strong communities and contributes to the creative economy. \nDiscover Guangzhou Design Week \nWhy visit\nThe festival takes place in a number of districts in Bangkok\, with design and creativity potential to help promote the areas’ well-being and economy. You may enjoy the event and learn about the city’s fascinating elements by visiting the creative economy districts. \nBangkok Design Week (BKKDW) proposes the prominence of Bangkok’s design and creative works. Through these works\, the festival presents ambitious ideas and new possibilities for Bangkok\, now and in the future. \nCelebrated in the creative districts\, these creative works range from experimental pieces to works with social and business impacts. With fun activities and memorable experiences\, the festival blends beautifully with the charm of Bangkok and attracts visitors from across the world to experience Bangkok’s latest happenings. \nBangkok Design Week\, February 8-23\, 2025\, many locations\nBKKDW is a large\, public\, event\, open to the general public\nExhibitors are designers and galleries\nSize: 2000 exhibitors\, 400.000 visitors\nVisit BangkokDesignWeek website for more info
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/bangkok-design-week/
LOCATION:Bangkok Design Week\, Bangkok\, 10500\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:The first Design Biennale Rotterdam
DESCRIPTION:Design Biennale Rotterdam: a bold new chapter in collectible design\nFor ten days\, from Thursday\, February 20\, to Sunday\, March 2\, Rotterdam hosts the first edition of Design Biennale Rotterdam. This city-wide event\, spanning more than 15 locations and featuring over 100 local and international designers\, will challenge perceptions of design and reality under the theme: What’s Real is Unfamiliar. With Rotterdam’s reputation for resilience and reinvention\, the Biennale invites visitors to explore the hidden complexities beneath the familiar\, questioning what we accept as real. \nA Movement\, Not Just an Event\nUnlike traditional design festivals\, Design Biennale Rotterdam is raw\, independent\, and powered by its community. Without reliance on subsidies\, it is built on the collective efforts of hundreds of designers\, curators\, and creators. This Biennale is not just an exhibition—it is a statement\, boldly positioning design as a tool for critical conversation and cultural evolution. \nDiscover Nomad St. Moritz 2025\, art & design \nCo-Founder Liv Vaisberg & Sarah Schulten. Photo by Michele Margot\, courtesy Design Biennale Rotterdam \nProgramme Highlights\nGroothandelsgebouw – This is Us\nA celebration of Rotterdam’s design spirit\, showcasing work from multiple generations of designers who blend industrial heritage with contemporary innovation. This exhibition reflects the city’s dynamic energy\, shaping its evolving design identity. Laurids Gallée will also unveil a new solo exhibition featuring an unseen collection of lighting designs. Groothandelsgebouw is also home to the exhibition Show not Show. Featuring six visionary designers – Frank Penders\, Lucas Zito\, Marc Meeuwissen (Dear Objects)\, Mokko (Aad Bos)\, Studio Fabius Clovis\, and Studio Luuk van Laarhoven – this exhibition showcases a mix of functional and autonomous objects\, each offering a fresh perspective on design. After the debut at Dutch Design Week 2024\, Show not Show returns\, at the inaugural Design Biennale Rotterdam.  \nDiscover Dutch Design Week 2024 \n \naSR Building on Weena – Reimagining Spaces\nAbandoned office spaces near Central Station become immersive exhibitions exploring the future of design. Highlights include: \n\nA radical rethinking of everyday furniture—chairs as symbols of transformation.\nA group exhibition curated by Barry Lewellyn\, questioning the role of ornamentation in contemporary design.\nA solo showcase by REM Atelier\, presenting thought-provoking spatial interventions.\n\nThe W70 venue\, a former offices building \nBaanhof – A Promise of Happiness\nOnce an electricity hub for the city’s public transport system\, Baanhof now hosts Robert van Oosterom’s curated selection of design pieces. This exhibition explores the balance between individuality and harmony\, with works by Umberto Bellardi Ricci\, Audrey Large\, Bram Vanderbeke\, and Najla El Zein. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week 2025 \nThe Baanhof venue \nHuidenclub – Diaspora & Identity\nCurated by Biennale co-founder Liv Vaisberg\, this exhibition delves into the complexities of diaspora and cross-identity. It highlights how designers of mixed heritage reclaim traditions and challenge dominant cultural narratives through innovative design. \nDiscover World Design Congress 2025 \nThe Huidenclub venue \nKatoenhuis – Future Materials\nA deep dive into AI\, 3D printing\, and reimagined materials like plastic. This exhibition pushes the boundaries of sustainability and production\, redefining what is possible in design. \nDOEN & ELLE DECORATION – Fragments of Form\nA collaborative exploration of design through collage. Curated by Monique van der Reijden (ELLE DECORATION Netherlands) and Eva Pertijs (DOEN)\, this exhibition\, featuring Berry Dijkstra\, Pim Top\, and Marie Bernard\, challenges conventional design boundaries and reimagines composition. \nStore Projects – Emerging Talent\nYoung designers (ages 15–18) from underrepresented backgrounds present experimental glassworks created in Design Club workshops led by Rinke Joosten at STORE\, a socially engaged network of artists and designers. Their works are exhibited alongside pieces by Joosten\, fostering a dialogue between emerging and established creatives. \nProfessional Programme (February 19–20)\nExclusive to design professionals and enthusiasts\, the two-day professional programme offers: \n\nSymposiums on the intersection of design\, urbanism\, and identity.\nMasterclasses with leading designers.\nPrivate curator-led tours.\nNetworking events\, parties\, and early exhibition access.\n\nDesign conferences (Symposiums)\nDay 1: Design & the City (February 19)\nRotterdam’s innovative urban environment fosters experimental and socially driven design. Featuring a keynote by Joseph Zeal Henry\, sessions will explore how harbor cities drive creative innovation\, and the influence of Rotterdam’s working-class history on contemporary design. \nDay 2: Design & Identity (February 20)\nHow does design navigate cultural hybridity\, historical legacies\, and appropriation? This session will explore how to balance tradition with innovation. \nThe Design Biennale’s Ambassadorial and Honorary Network\nOur 5 hosts are established\, Rotterdam-based designers who will help to bring the Design Biennale to life through involvement in our programme\, creative contributions\, and fostering collaborations which connect the city’s design community internationally. \nAmbassadorial Host Designers\nAnna Aagaard Jensen Sabine Marcelis Chris Kabel\nLaurids Gallée Marga Weimans \nDesign Biennale Rotterdam 2025 — Participating Venues (confirmed so far)\nGallery Joey Ramone\, Baanhof\, DOEN\, Fundamental\, Groothandelsgebouw\, Huidenclub\, Katoenhuis\, Kunstfabriek\, Kunsthal\, Multi\, Nieuwe Instituut\, Spazio Viruly\, STORE Projects\, Team Thursday\, Voorhaven 57\, Weena 50 and Weena 70 \nDesign Biennale Rotterdam\, February 19-March 2\, 2025\, many locations\nCheck Design Biennale Rotterdam website for entry fees info\nPress and professional program: February 19-20\nDesign conferences: February 19-20\nPublic program: February 20\, March 2\nSize: 4 main venues\, 10 partners venues\nVisit DesignBiennaleRotterdam.com website for more info
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/the-first-design-biennale-rotterdam/
LOCATION:Rotterdam\, Rotterdam\, 3012\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals,Design Summit & Conferences
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SUMMARY:Nomad: Art Design
DESCRIPTION:NOMAD is a new traveling showcase concept for collectible design. Conceived in 2017 by Giorgio Pace and Nicolas Bellavance-Lecompte\, NOMAD\, a travelling show for art design\, has already had several successful editions in Capri\, St. Moritz\, Monaco-Montecarlo\, and Venice. Created as a touring concept\, NOMAD changes locations frequently. In this way\, NOMAD always draws attention. Moreover\, it creates a growing interest in collectible design and contemporary art\, among collectors and cultural institutions. Each edition hosts major international galleries\, outstanding exhibitions\, and tailor-made special projects in extraordinary architectural venues. \nThe next edition of NOMAD is in Sankt Moritz from February 20 to 23\, 2025 \nDiscover the past edition of NOMAD Capri \nThe former Klinik Gut in Sankt Moritz\, hosting Nomad 2025 \nNOMAD establishes a unique dialogue between art\, architecture and design in a very intimate setting. The fair’s target is a select audience seeking an experience different from what they typically find in large-scale fairs. \nIn addition to the main event\, NOMAD boasts a prominent VIP program. The program features lectures by renowned designers and artists\, architect-led tours of local places of interest\, and invitations to private homes or collections.\nEach exhibition lasts four or five days\, and access is limited to NOMAD CIRCLE and VIP members\, and registered GUESTS. Registration guidelines are on the NOMAD website. \nDiscover the past edition of NOMAD Capri \nNomad St. Moritz 2024 \nNomad and sustainability\nSince its inception\, NOMAD has embraced a vision that promotes traditional craftsmanship and the collaboration of design\, art\, and local culture. Mastery of craftsmanship and the perpetuation and creative revitalization of centuries-old traditions and knowledge are integral to preserving the planet and creating a more sustainable future. In short\, art\, design and architecture can play a significant role\, leaving a positive imprint. \nNomad St. Moritz 2024 \nWhy visit \nNomad is a small\, very exclusive fair dedicated to design collectors with good spending power. In fact\, it takes place in prestigious locations\, in high-end summer or winter vacation spots that are very well attended. However\, even if you don’t buy anything\, it can be worth visiting\, for several reasons. First\, it offers a chance to see unique collectible design pieces in beautiful and exclusive settings. Also\, it allows access to historic buildings that are usually closed and open only for events. \nFor enthusiasts\, it is an opportunity to learn more about designers who also express themselves in the art design area.\nTo be considered: requesting an invitation on the website is mandatory. \nThe 2025 edition takes place from 20–23 February 2025 at the former Klinik Gut. Transforming the current construction site into a dynamic international platform\, the exhibition brings together contemporary art and design in an immersive\, site-specific showcase. The event promises a layered and innovative experience that merges creativity with the unique setting of the Alpine landscape. \nAll images from Nomad-circle.com website \nNOMAD Circle\, St. Moritz\, former Klinik Gut\, February 20-23\, 2025\nNomad is an exclusive\, private event\nExhibitors are art design galleries\nEntrance is allowed to invited guests only\nVisit NOMAD website for info and registration \nIn the gallery\, some images from Nomad St. Moritz 2024
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/nomad-art-design/
LOCATION:St. Moritz\, Via Arona 34\, St. Moritz\, 7500\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows,Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Anchorage Design Week
DESCRIPTION:Anchorage Design Week 2025: celebrating creativity\, sustainability\, and community\nOrganized by the Anchorage Museum in collaboration with numerous community partners\, Anchorage Design Week is an annual gathering of creative minds dedicated to fostering and inspiring place-based design. It serves as a platform to reimagine the future of our city and the evolving lifeways of Northern regions. Through thought-provoking visuals\, interactive interventions\, engaging workshops\, and meaningful conversations\, Design Week invites community members and creatives to explore how design can play a pivotal role in shaping positive and inclusive futures.\nAnchorage Design Week debuted in 2016 as Anchorage Design Weekend; the 2025 edition takes place from February 20 t0 23.  \n \nIn 2025\, our focus turns toward the power of sustainable materials and practices—examining how they can foster inclusivity\, strengthen communities\, and challenge designers to elevate their work\, whether in branding\, architecture\, or urban planning. We invite participants to push creative boundaries while addressing pressing global challenges through innovative and thoughtful design solutions. \nAs we celebrate what makes Alaska distinct\, we look forward to reconnecting with our community – while shaking off a little cabin fever – as Anchorage Design Week once again coincides with the vibrant Anchorage Fur Rendezvous festivities in late February 2025. This unique timing provides a special opportunity to merge tradition with innovation\, highlighting the intersection of culture\, history\, and forward-thinking design. \n \nCommunity events and collaborations\nAnchorage Design Week is made possible through strong partnerships with Alaska Design Forum and AIGA Alaska\, bringing together creative professionals\, thought leaders\, and engaged community members. As a proud member of World Design Weeks\, we align with a global movement that fosters meaningful dialogue around design’s impact on society and the environment. \nOne of this year’s key community projects is the Reconnecting Fairview initiative\, which offers a deep dive into the histories\, people\, and places that shape the East Downtown Fairview area. This initiative supports a community-led revitalization effort\, known as the Fairview Greenway project\, which aims to reimagine and enhance neighborhood spaces for future generations.  \n  \n\n\nAs part of this effort\, we are excited to welcome fourth-year architecture students from the University of Texas at Arlington\, who will conduct fieldwork and develop speculative concepts focused on community food spaces\, ecotourism and innovation hubs\, and health and wellness centers in Fairview. During this engaging neighborhood tour\, participants will have the opportunity to help document spaces\, contribute their perspectives\, and share ideas that could help shape the future of this vibrant community. \nAnchorage Design Week 2025 key event: Inform Conference 2025\nAnchorage Design Week proudly presents Inform 2025\, an immersive conference that centers around the theme of Equity\, Empathy\, and Connections\, with a particular emphasis on Urban Design and Raising People Up. This dynamic event will feature: \n\nInspiring keynote speakers\nContinuing Education (CEU) presentations\nInsightful panel discussions\nA showcase lunch hour\, where vendors can present innovative products and materials to members of the design community\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned professional\, an artist\, a community leader\, or a student\, Inform 2025 offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts\, spark new ideas\, and build meaningful connections. This is your chance to gain valuable insights\, expand your network\, and explore the latest advancements in design. \nThere’s a fee to attend to the conference.  \n \nSpecial guest presentation: Carson Chan of MoMA\nAs part of Anchorage Design Week 2025\, we are thrilled to host a special guest presentation by Carson Chan\, Curator of Architecture and Design at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)\, in partnership with the Alaska Design Forum. \nCarson Chan serves as the inaugural Director of the Emilio Ambasz Institute for the Joint Study of the Built and Natural Environment\, where he leads groundbreaking research initiatives that examine the intersection of architecture\, urbanism\, and ecological sustainability. His work at MoMA spans exhibitions\, public lectures\, conferences\, seminars\, and publications\, all aimed at advancing innovative approaches to design within the context of environmental and social challenges. \nThis special presentation is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the leading voices in contemporary architecture and design\, providing invaluable insights into the ways design can bridge the built and natural environments to create a more sustainable future. \nWith an exciting lineup of conferences\, workshops\, community events\, and guest speakers\, Anchorage Design Week 2025 is set to be an inspiring and impactful gathering. Join us as we explore the future of design\, celebrate creativity\, and connect with our community in ways that make a lasting difference. \nWhy visit \nAnchorage Design Week is an unparalleled opportunity to be part of a global conversation on design and its role in shaping communities.  \nIn Anchorage\, you can experience Alaska’s unique winter landscape & creative energy.  Moreover\, you can be inspired by cutting-edge design & innovation. Anchorage Design Week isn’t just about design – it’s about place\, identity\, and the future of Northern regions. Coinciding with Anchorage Fur Rendezvous in late February\, this event allows you to experience one of Alaska’s most beloved winter festivals alongside a dynamic gathering of creative minds. \nYou can also engage with community-driven projects and make an impact; learn from world-class speakers and experts\, build meaningful connections and expand your network\, and finally discover the latest trends\, materials and innovations.  \nAnchorage Design Week \nFebruary 20-23\, 2025\nAnchorage Design is for professional and general public\nMost events are free entrance\, with registration\, some require an entry fee\nIt takes place in different venues\, different hours\nVisit AnchorageMuseum.org website for more info\n\nBelow: the SeedLab\, one of the venue
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/anchorage-design/
LOCATION:Anchorage\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Auckland Design Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Auckland Design Week\, now in its second edition\, is an exciting annual event celebrating the vibrant design scene in Tāmaki Makaurau (Maori name for Auckland). Founded by Jen Jones\, it provides a collaborative platform where creative thinkers\, design practitioners\, showrooms\, and retailers come together to explore and celebrate design in all its forms and its influence on the way we live. The 2025 edition is March 3-9.  \nDiscover Perth Design Week  \nAuckland Design Week 2024 \nAuckland Design Week 2025: a vibrant design scene \nIn 2025\, Auckland Design Week explores the transformative impact of emerging technologies across design disciplines\, challenging attendees to move beyond apprehension and embrace innovation. With AI\, VR\, AR\, robotics\, 3D printing\, and prefabrication revolutionizing industries\, this theme examines how designers can integrate technological advancements while preserving traditional craftsmanship. \nWe invite designers from all fields to consider how these tools can enhance their work. Through collaboration\, discussions\, and installations\, participants will interrogate ethical implications\, push creative boundaries\, and explore the potential of technology within their design practices. \n \nThe leading theme: Chance + Change\nChance + Change fosters a mindset of curiosity—encouraging thoughtful adaptation to new developments while respecting the core principles of design. This theme reframes technology not as a threat but as a powerful ally in the creative process\, inspiring designers to forge innovative pathways without losing sight of artistry and intent. \nLet’s approach this with open minds. Let’s question\, engage with experts and future generations\, explore new possibilities\, challenge conventions\, and draw inspiration from other industries. \nChance + Change delves into the transformative potential and ethical considerations of emerging technologies within multidisciplinary design. From AI and VR to prefabrication\, 3D printing\, and software-generated design\, this event challenges traditional paradigms and sparks conversations on balancing innovation with craftsmanship. Designers across UX\, graphic and animation\, product and industrial design\, architecture and interiors\, the arts\, and fashion are invited to reflect on how these tools can elevate their work while addressing ethical concerns. \nDiscover the Design Biennale Rotterdam \n \nThrough installations and collaborations\, Chance + Change highlights the intersection of tradition and technology. Attendees will engage with cutting-edge projects that demonstrate how these tools enhance productivity and creativity without compromising craft. By embracing innovation\, we open new avenues for design excellence\, fostering a dialogue on responsible technological integration in creative practices. This theme underscores the importance of adapting to change while staying true to design fundamentals\, positioning technology as an invaluable partner in achieving artistic and functional brilliance. \nThe Design Conference\nTaking place at 25 Normanby Road in Mt Eden\, the Design Conference at Auckland Design Week 2025 will delve into the impact of emerging technologies across design disciplines. The Design Conference requests to pay and entry ticket. Attendees will be encouraged to move beyond fear and embrace innovation\, exploring how technological advancements can be balanced with traditional craftsmanship through our Chance + Change theme. \nKarim Rashid: the future of design\nPresented by Lexus\, The Future of Design features renowned designer Karim Rashid\, who explores how our material world must evolve in response to the rapid digital transformation. Humanity has lived in an analog world for over 100\,000 years\, yet we are only 30 years into the digital era. Rashid asks: How will design bridge this gap between the material and immaterial\, and how will it reshape social behavior? \nDiscover the World Design Congress 2025\, in London \nKarim Rashid (photo from karimrashid.com website) \nAs consumers increasingly seek inspiration from both physical and digital environments\, Rashid emphasizes the need for future design to create seamless\, engaging experiences across disciplines—blurring the lines between design\, art\, architecture\, and fashion. This fusion will shape a future where technology and creativity coexist to enrich everyday life. \nHowever\, Rashid stresses that great design must remain grounded in human needs\, emphasizing innovation\, individuality\, and meaningful differentiation. It’s not enough to simply adopt technology; designers must craft products\, spaces\, and experiences that truly inspire. His lecture challenges attendees to imagine a future where the boundaries between material and digital dissolve\, fostering a more connected and fulfilling experience. This is the future of design: a world where creativity\, technology\, and human essence merge seamlessly to elevate our collective experience. \nDesign Days \nThere’s a paid admission to the Design Days\, at the Design Depot in Mt Eden\, Auckland\, on Friday\, March 7\, and Saturday\, March 8. \nThe ticket includes the access to a collaborative\, interactive exhibition space showcasing innovative designs and installations. Also in the ticket is included a selection of delicious food and beverages from Flight Coffee & Daily Bread. \nThe two days offer over 15 keynote and panel discussions featuring thought leaders and engaging topics for design professionals and enthusiasts alike. Finally\, it also includes then screening of the documentary We Need to Talk About AI\, examining technology’s impact on our world.  \nAuckland Design Week\nFor professionals and general public\, exhibitions free admission\nDesign Conference March 6 paid admission\nDesign Days March 7-8 paid admission\nSize: 30 activities\, 50 brands (2024) \nVisit Aucklandesignweek.com website for more info \nSome images from Auckland Design Week 2024
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/auckland-design-week-2025/
LOCATION:Auckland\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Design Summit & Conferences,Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Gorizia Design Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Gorizia\, European Capital of Culture 2025\, hosts Gorizia Design Week (7-16 March 2025)\, as one of the first events to kick off the cultural program. Its goal is to raise awareness and appreciation of two cities united by a border – Nova Gorica and Gorizia. \nThe chosen theme\, FIBER ART & TEXTILE DESIGN\, highlights the symbolic power of fabric and weaving. Threads represent connection\, unity between people\, and the stitching together of urban areas. This theme reflects the deep bond between the two border cities. \nThe exhibition spreads across both cities. Venues include Go! Center\, Auditorium della Cultura Friulana\, Galleria Agorè\, The Good Store\, and Carinarnica. It presents design objects selected through an open call for designers under 40. Alongside them\, works from young contemporary artists from the IoDeposito ETS creative hub will also be on display. \nDiscover Auckland Design Week 2025 \nOloop Connections \nDesign weaves the scenary \nThe selected works offer a snapshot of today’s design scene. They reflect global trends within the local context. Key trends include: \n•Participatory design\, where creating objects becomes a tool for social connection and personal growth. The carpet-in-progress Connections by Slovenian group Oloop Design offers a perfect example. \n•Conscious design\, which focuses on responsible use of resources\, from material sourcing to product disposal\, while promoting care and longevity. \n•Design and craftsmanship\, which values manual skills and personal engagement. \nThe exhibition also showcases iconic design objects inspired by textiles. Highlights include the Falkland lamp by Bruno Munari\, the Tuta coat hanger by Nendo\, and the Crinoline armchair by Patricia Urquiola. \nDiscover Clerkenwell Design Week  \nCuscino Pizzolongo \nGorizia Design Week: textile art to explore contemporary issues\nThe artists contribute works using fibre art to explore contemporary issues. Themes range from African renaissances to local textile heritage\, and from critiques of consumerism to reflections on care and repair. ‘Red threads’ weave through the exhibition\, symbolizing connections across time and space\, linking visitors to universal stories. \nThe event aims to highlight innovative uses and trends in fibre art. It promotes a culture that crosses national borders — and blurs the lines between art and design. \nKnotted coat rack by Urska Sadar \nA special collaboration with ISIS Galilei Fermi Pacassi of Gorizia created the exhibition graphics. ISIS Fermo Solari of Tolmezzo designed and produced the exhibition supports for the design section. The University of the Third Age (UTE) Paolo Naliato of Udine\, together with Noi dell’Arte\, involved senior citizens in an intergenerational creative project\, exhibited at the Auditorium of Friulian Culture. \nGorizia Design Week is organised by the Friuli-Venezia Giulia Museum of Design. It is supported by the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region and the Municipality of Gorizia. The event also has the patronage of the Association of Italian Professional Interior Designers (AIPI) and Confapi FVG\, with contributions from many partners\, including Cumini Interior\, Riccardo Rivoli Furniture Design Atelier\, Modonutti\, Fausped\, and Pevere. \nGorizia Design Week\, March\, 7-16\, 2025\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: 100 events\nVisit Go2025.eu website for more info \nSome images from Gorizia Design Week 2025
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/gorizia-design-week-2025/
LOCATION:Gorizia\, 34170\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:DW! São Paulo Design Week in Brasil
DESCRIPTION:The São Paulo Design Week (DW! Semana de Design de São Paulo) is one of the world’s largest and most influential design weeks. Founded in 2012 (as Design Weekend) by Lauro Andrade in São Paulo\, Brazil\, it’s thus reaching its thirteenth edition in 2025. The program features different activities\, promoting design culture and its connections. It involves many topics\, such as architecture\, art\, decoration\, urbanism\, social inclusion\, business\, innovation\, technology\, and all other topics of the creative economy. The many Design Week events occur in various locations scattered around São Paulo\, Brazil. The next edition takes place from March 10-16\, 2025. \nDiscover Auckland Design Week  \nVirginia Building\, 2023 \nUntil 2022\, the Design Week used to take place in September\, but from 2023\, it takes place in March. In 2025\, the design festival includes 113 events\, taking place at 126 venues. The events cover many districts\, scattered throughout the metropolitan area\, plus an eighth “district” of online events. Among the districts involved\, are Alameda Gabriel; D&D Shopping; Jardins\, Ibirapuera\, Moema and Sul; Shopping Cidade Jardim; Pinheiros\, Vila Madalena and Oeste; Shopping Lar Centre; Paulista\, Centro and Higienópolis. March\, therefore\, proves to be an ideal time for the launch of collections and products\, in synergy with the vision of other major design weeks worldwide.  \nDiscover Paris Déco Off – Paris Déco Home \nDesign Para Ver e Comer\, Shopping Lar Centre\, 2023 \nA rich program of events\, exhibitions and lectures\nThe program includes events varying in nature\, including many product and collection launches. In the same spirit that animates the most celebrated design festivals\, such as Milan Design Week\, the London Design Festival\, or NYCxDesign\, DW! São Paulo Design Week hosts many conferences\, lectures\, and workshops. More than that\, they creates new life in some city areas with temporary exhibitions\, craft fairs\, or site-specific installations. \nDiscover Clerkenwell Design Week  \nVirginia Building\, 2023 \nWhy visit \nThe Design Week in São Paulo is a plural event open to everyone\, professionals or just design enthusiasts. It’s the perfect path to discover unknown corners in town\, or to stroll along the design and fashion streets.\nSome events\, with limited seating\, ask for prior registration. Most activities are free\, but some charge a fee. On the website\, the event organizers provide the opportunity to register. The festival takes place mainly in person\, but also includes some online events. \nDW! São Paulo Design Week\, São Paulo\, Brazil\, 10-16\, 2025\nThe events are open to professional and general public\nSize: 113 events\, over 100\,000 visitors\nVisit DWSemanadedesign.com.br website for info and registration
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/sao-paulo-design-week-brasil/
LOCATION:São Paulo\, São Paulo\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals,Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:CIFF Guangzhou - China International Furniture Fair
DESCRIPTION:CIFF Guangzhou – China International Furniture Fair\, in Guangzhou since 1998\, and since 2015 also in Shanghai\, is one of the largest and most important furniture fairs in the world. It takes place since 1998. The first edition featured an exhibition space of 45\,000 square meters\, and hosted more than 20\,000 buyers. In 17 years and 45 editions\, it has grown into the world’s largest trade platform for furniture and design. Today it takes place in Guangzhou in March\, and in Shanghai in September. The next edition of CIFF Guangzhou takes place in Guangzhou\, March 18-21 and March 28-31\, 2025 (the second phase\, March 28-31 also includes CIFM/Interzum Guangzhou). \nDiscover CIFF Guanzghou 2024 \nCIFF Guangzhou \nA trade fair in two phases\nThe spring edition of CIFF happens in two phases\, every year on the same dates. The first phase\, March 18-21\, is focused on residential furniture\, textiles\, outdoor and leisure. In March 2024\, considering the first and second phase\, CIFF occupied 850\,000 square meters of exhibition space and hosted 4\,700 exhibitors\, 11.8% more than the all-time pre-pandemic peak in 2019. It also welcomed 363\,449 trade visitors\, 22.06% more than in 2019\, including 51\,205 international visitors from 178 countries\, an increase of as much as +43.11% compared to 2019. \nDiscover CIFF Shanghai 2024 \n \nAt CIFF Guangzhou 2024\, therefore\, the home furnishing industry provided many solutions for customizing indoor and outdoor home spaces. Many of the products on display focused on sustainability and technological innovation. \nThe second phase\, on the other hand\, comes from March 28-31\, and is focused on office furniture\, commercial furniture and hotel furniture. Along with CIFF Guangzhou\, the second phase hosts CIFM/Interzum Guangzhou\, the trade fair for woodworking semi-finished products and machinery. All components and semi-finished products for furniture are on display here\, along with machinery\, paints and finishes. \nDiscover the contemporary office at CIFF Guanzghou \n \nCIFF Guanzghou\, in China\, then\, is a system that involves not only a presence at the fair. Indeed\, it’s a partner in the creation of new business visions. Among the various synergies activated\, in fact\, the collaboration with Tmall emerges. Tmall is one of the largest e-commerce portals in the world\, and is among the 20 most visited sites in the world. Together with Tmall\, CIFF Guangzhou set up\, at the fair\, the Tmall Carnival Trendy Furniture Show\, to launch a selection of products\, simultaneously online and offline. \nDiscover CIFF Shanghai 2024: brands and lifestyle \n \nCIFF Manifesto\n“China is the first destination for international furniture and home furnishing purchases.”
CIFF aims to offer visitors new concepts of living and working\, surrounded by high-quality products and new business opportunities.
CIFF highlights the latest global trends in home furnishings and promotes cross-border dialogue and exchange within the community.
The goal of CIFF is to introduce foreign markets to the quality and variety of Chinese design. This is the concept behind the main exhibition areas in which the fair is organized.\nThe opportunity is double! 2 cities\, 2 seasons of the year\, 2 trade platforms. Both editions of CIFF\, the one in March in Guangzhou\, the quintessential commercial city nestled on the Pearl River Delta\, and the one in September in Shanghai\, the modern megacity on the Yangtze River Delta\, offer the most comprehensive range of furniture products from Chinese and international brands.\nYou just have to choose what suits you best! \nWhy visit\nCIFF is the world’s largest furniture fair\, and the most important one in China. The product segments cover the entire supply chain\, thus encompassing home furniture\, home furnishings\, and home textiles. Also exhibiting at CIFF are outdoor\, leisure\, office\, and hotel furniture. Finally\, manufacturers of machinery and semi-finished products are exhibiting at CIFF.\nIn addition to innovative products and solutions\, CIFF offers a series of events and activities\, forums\, and seminars. Seminars and workshops are important educational moments for product designers and interior designers.\nFinally\, CIFF’s location is easily accessible by public transportation\, with two subway stops at opposite ends of the fairgrounds. \nCIFF Guangzhou\nFirst Phase\, March 18-21\, 2025\nSecond Phase\, March 28-31\, 2025\nCIFF Guangzhou is for professionals only\nSize: 4.700 exhibitors\, 370\,000 visitors (total) in 2024\nVisit CIFF-gz.com website for more info \nSimplified Travel with 30-Day Visa-Free Entry \nTo facilitate international participation\, China now offers visa-free entry for up to 30 days to citizens from 38 countries\, including France\, Germany\, Italy\, Spain\, the Netherlands\, Malaysia\, Switzerland\, Ireland\, Hungary\, Austria\, Belgium\, Luxembourg\, New Zealand\, Australia\, Poland\, Portugal\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Slovenia\, Slovakia\, Norway\, Finland\, Denmark\, Iceland\, Andorra\, Monaco\, Liechtenstein\, Korea\, Bulgaria\, Romania\, Croatia\, Montenegro\, North Macedonia\, Malta\, Estonia\, Latvia\, and Japan. \nUpon arrival\, travelers may need to present a valid passport and supporting documents such as an invitation letter or hotel booking. The policy allows multiple entries but does not cover work or study\, which require specific visas. Those planning to stay beyond 30 days must apply for a visa or residence permit. For more details\, consult your local embassy.
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/ciff-guangzhou-china-international-furniture-fair/
LOCATION:Canton Fair Complex\, 382 Yuejiangzhong Road\, Guangzhou\, Guangdong\, 510335\, China
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:Perth Design Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Since its launch in 2023\, Perth Design Week (PDW) has rapidly established itself as a premier platform for showcasing design excellence and fostering thought-provoking discussions on issues shaping Western Australia and beyond. \nNow entering its third year\, Perth Design Week 2025 (March 20-27) promises to be more impactful than ever\, featuring new collaborators and over 75 events taking place across Boorloo (Perth) and beyond. \nDrawing inspiration from world-renowned design festivals in cities such as Milan\, New York\, London\, and Melbourne\, PDW aspires to position Perth on the global map as a hub for design creativity\, innovation\, and critical thinking—particularly in areas such as sustainable design. \nDiscover the Madrid Design Festival \n \nPerth Design Week 2025: an inclusive design festival \nPDW – Perth Design Week 2025 is a landmark event for Perth’s creative community and beyond\, providing a platform for innovative ideas and engagement with critical issues\, including sustainable design\, emerging talent\, and design’s role in social change. \nCo-founders Sandy Anghie and David Smith describe the festival as an annual celebration of design’s power to drive positive change. \nPerth Design Week brings this awareness to the forefront\, offering Western Australians the opportunity to engage meaningfully with the design community. Spanning a diverse range of disciplines – including architecture\, urban planning\, landscape design\, interior design\, furniture\, fashion\, and graphic design – PDW is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all. It is a celebration of how design influences every part of our lives and how we can collectively shape the world through creative collaboration.\nEmphasizing inclusivity\, the festival champions the idea that design is for everyone. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week \nPerth Design Week Advisory Board (Gaye McMath\, Eugene Hooks\, Sandy Anghie\, David Smith\, Juliana Torres\, Reinette Roux \nPDW 2025: a strong Italian presence\nWhile PDW has a strong local focus\, its growing international collaborations are strengthening Perth’s place in the global design conversation. In 2024\, PDW signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Consulate of Italy in Perth\, and this year\, the works with the Consul of Italy continues. \nAs part of this collaboration\, the Consulate of Italy in Perth\, together with Curtin University\, will present an exhibition by renowned Italian architect Mario Cucinella. \nItalian creativity will be at the center of the partnership with Perth Design Week (March 20-27)\, which will feature the extraordinary participation of the famous architect and designer Mario Cucinella (author of the Italian Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025). As part of the celebrations for Italian Design Day\, Cucinella will showcase exclusive installations and an exhibition dedicated to sustainable architecture\, with the participation of leading Italian companies in the sector\, including Molteni. \nDiscover Auckland Design Week 2025 \nMario Cucinella\, photo Julius Hirtzberger \nHighlights from Perth Design Week 2025 Program\n\nOpening Night Celebration at the Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip\, featuring a runway show by Peter Farmer Designs and a panel discussion exploring “What makes design from this place uniquely Western Australian?”\n“Western Australian Design Now” Exhibition at Boola Bardip\, showcasing innovative works from 30 leading WA designers.\nWorkplace Design Insights: Global engineering firms Arup and Aurecon invite attendees to their newly designed Perth headquarters to discuss co-design and Indigenous engagement in workplace design.\nPublic Installation: Peter Farmer Designs will create a bespoke design installation at WS2\, bringing Arup’s workplace artwork into the public realm.\nSustainable Design in Retail: Cultivated × Mark Tuckey Pop-Up and tour at Monash House\, featuring restored iconic furniture and zero-waste retail design by Foolscap Studio.\nCerclos Sustainable Design Events: A series of events hosted by Cerclos\, a global leader in optimizing sustainability in the built environment.\nPROJECT_HOME: Architects Joel Benichou and Craig Nener present innovative solutions for efficient\, pre-designed living spaces.\nCommunity Engagement: A workshop led by Town Team Movement and Northbridge Common Town Team to redesign Lock Lane\, enhancing safety\, sustainability\, and community connection.\n\nPDW supports emerging designers\nA key focus of PDW is supporting emerging designers\, ensuring their voices and visions for the future are heard. Returning this year are annual exhibitions by North Metropolitan TAFE and Curtin University\, showcasing fresh perspectives from the next generation of creatives. Additionally\, NODE will present a panel discussion with leading designers shaping Perth’s creative future. \nPerth Design Week 2025 runs from March 20-27\, 2025\, at various venues in Perth\, Australia. It’s proudly supported by Major Sponsors UniFor\, SHAPE\, Zsa Zsa Property\, Human-Urban\, Consulate of Italy in Perth\, and Sandy Anghie. \nPerth Design Week\, Perth\, March 20-27\, 2025\nPerth Design Week is open to professional and general public\nSome events are paid admission\nSize: around 100 events\, various locations\nVisit PerthDesignWeek website for more info
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/perth-design-week-2024/
LOCATION:Perth\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:World Design Summit 2025: Crossing borders with design
DESCRIPTION:China International Furniture Fair 2025 hosts the World Design Summit for the first time.  Following the success of the Asia Pacific Design Summit at CIFF 2024\, the highly anticipated event returns in 2025 with a new identity and an expanded vision. Now rebranded as the World Design Summit\, this year’s edition aims to be more ambitious than ever\, fostering global collaboration in the design industry. \nAs always\, the China International Furniture Fair (CIFF) will take place in two phases. The first phase\, from March 18-21\, will showcase home furniture\, textiles\, and accessories\, while the second phase\, from March 28-31\, will focus on office and commercial furniture. \nDiscover CIFF 2025 \n \nA key highlight of CIFF 2025 will be the 55th edition of CIFF Guangzhou\, which will host the World Design Summit on March 20\, 2025\, under the theme “Design Businesses Crossing Borders.” \nWe spoke with Tung Ching Yew\, Curator of the World Design Summit\, Founder and Managing Director of SODA (Spirit of Design Analogy Pte Ltd)\, and President of the Society of Interior Designers Singapore\, to learn more about the summit’s evolution and his expectations for this year’s event. \nClick here to register at CIFF 2025 \nTung Ching Yew\, the World Design Summit Curator \nThe origins of the World Design Summit\nHow did the World Design Summit begin? \nThe summit was first introduced in 2024 at CIFF Guangzhou under the name “Asia Pacific Design Summit.” Since then\, it has been rebranded as the World Design Summit to reflect a growing international presence\, attracting participants beyond the Asia-Pacific region.\nIn 2025\, the summit will welcome esteemed organizations such as the Association of Interior Designers from Italy and prominent business networks\, including the Abu Dhabi Business Chambers. With this expansion\, the focus has shifted from a regional to a truly global perspective. “At its core\, design is universal – whether in architecture or interior design\, it connects people beyond borders. It is a common language that transcends geography and disciplines\,” says Tung Ching Yew. \nRead more about CIFF history \nA holistic approach to design\nDoes the summit focus more on interior design\, product design\, or the design process as a whole? \n“My primary expertise is in spatial and interior design\, but I strongly believe that design is inherently interdisciplinary\,” Tung explains.\nHis own practice embraces a collaborative approach\, working with artists\, textile designers\, landscape architects\, and lighting designers to create unique and innovative projects.\n“This cross-disciplinary approach is essential—while interior designers are specialists in their field\, the best results come from understanding that design is a collaborative process. By working across disciplines\, we can push boundaries and achieve innovation that wouldn’t be possible in isolation.” \nClick here to register at CIFF 2025 \n \nThe collaboration between CIFF and the World Design Summit\nHow did the partnership with CIFF come about? \n“CIFF has a well-established audience and reputation in the furniture and design industry\, so we reached out to them last year. They generously provided the venue and all necessary stage equipment for a one-day summit\,” Tung explains. Hosting the summit at CIFF allowed organizers to engage an extensive network of professionals\, facilitating meaningful discussions within an already established industry platform. \nWhat does the future hold for the summit? \nIn 2024\, the Asia Pacific Design Summit hosted 10 design associations. This year\, as the World Design Summit\, participation has expanded to 14 associations\, reflecting growing global interest. Looking forward\, Tung hopes to broaden participation even further\, bringing together interior designers\, architects\, product designers\, and even fashion designers under one platform. “The summit is evolving. While we currently host it annually at CIFF\, we are open to the idea of rotating locations or adjusting the format based on demand. For now\, the focus remains on fostering a space for collaboration\, knowledge-sharing\, and inspiration across disciplines.” \nClick here to register at CIFF 2025 \n \nThe global impact of CIFF World Design Summit 2025\nThe World Design Summit at CIFF 2025 will feature the most influential interior design associations worldwide\, with confirmed participation from: \n\nItaly\nUAE\nSaudi Arabia\nNew Zealand\nSingapore\nMalaysia\nVietnam\nPhilippines\nTaiwan (China)\nThailand\nIndonesia\nJapan\n\nUnder the theme “Design Businesses Crossing Borders\,” the summit will examine how design businesses are expanding globally and navigating opportunities and challenges in the international market. In an increasingly interconnected world\, demand for innovative design solutions is growing beyond local markets. The summit aims to equip designers with strategies to succeed on a global scale by discussing: \n\nIdentifying and seizing opportunities in overseas markets\nUnderstanding cultural nuances and regional design preferences\nAdapting design solutions to diverse international clientele\nSecuring global projects and building strong international networks\nMastering global business etiquette\n\nThrough engaging panel discussions\, real-world case studies\, and expert insights\, participants will gain practical knowledge on expanding their design businesses internationally. Additionally\, the event will explore the role of technology and digital platforms in connecting global design communities\, enabling cross-border collaboration and expanding market reach. By fostering innovation and adaptability\, the CIFF World Design Summit 2025 aims to empower designers and businesses to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth\, shaping the future of design in an interconnected world. \nWorld Design Summit 2025 – March 20\, 2025  \n 
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/world-design-summit-2025-crossing-borders-with-design/
LOCATION:Canton Fair Complex\, 382 Yuejiangzhong Road\, Guangzhou\, Guangdong\, 510335\, China
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SUMMARY:Style Bangkok 2025
DESCRIPTION:Style Bangkok is Asia’s premier lifestyle and fashion trade show. In 2025\, April 2-6\, takes place the 8th edition\, where creativity converges with sustainability in a celebration of Thai craftsmanship. Organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion at the Ministry of Commerce\, in collaboration with the Board of Trade of Thailand\, Style Bangkok serves as a vibrant platform for internationally-acclaimed Thai brands\, local designers\, SMEs\, and craftspeople. \nDiscover Style Bangkok 2024 \n \nA global destination for creativity\, craftsmanship and trade\nStyle Bangkok 2025 is more than just a trade fair—it’s a vibrant space where ideas\, craftsmanship\, and business intersect. Whether you are a buyer\, designer\, industry professional\, or simply passionate about unique lifestyle and fashion products\, this event serves as your gateway to the best of Thai and international design. Offering high-quality craftsmanship\, cutting-edge innovations\, sustainable production\, and valuable networking opportunities\, Style Bangkok 2025 delivers an experience unlike any other in Southeast Asia’s lifestyle and fashion industry. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week  \n \nA true treasure trove of creativity\, Style Bangkok 2025 brings together a diverse selection of high-quality materials\, unique designs\, and exceptional craftsmanship—all under one roof. From responsibly sourced woods to exquisite textiles\, the event seamlessly merges craft with commerce\, offering buyers and visitors exclusive access to rare\, high-quality lifestyle and fashion products. The fair features seven core product categories\, including furniture that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics\, home décor that redefines interior spaces\, and fashion that showcases both Thai and international apparel and accessories. It also highlights houseware with beautiful and functional everyday essentials\, handcrafted gifts for every occasion\, innovative toys designed with sustainability in mind\, and natural\, high-quality health and beauty products. \n \nExplore must-see showcases and exhibitions\nStyle Bangkok 2025 is more than just a shopping experience—it’s a celebration of design\, creativity\, and culture. This year’s event will feature several must-see highlights\, such as “Pha Thai Sai Hai Sanook\,” an exhibition under the royal initiative of HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya that presents Thai textiles in a contemporary and fashion-forward context. The ASEAN Furniture Design Award\, themed “Seat for the Future\,” will showcase finalist designs from emerging ASEAN furniture designers\, with winners being judged live at the event. Visitors can also explore the DEmark & G-Mark Award Showcase\, where award-winning designs from Thailand and Japan take center stage\, emphasizing aesthetics\, sustainability\, and functionality. Additionally\, art toy collectors will be drawn to the exclusive and limited-edition designer toys featured in the Art Toy Showcase. \nStyle Bangkok 2025: a stage for SME creators & emerging talents\nStyle Bangkok 2025 champions local talent and small businesses\, providing a global stage for SME exhibitors and rising designers. The event is a perfect platform for buyers and visitors to discover unique\, handcrafted creations that embody Thai creativity and craftsmanship. Special zones such as “The New Faces” highlight the work of emerging Thai designers and Micro-SMEs\, offering fresh talent and one-of-a-kind creations. Meanwhile\, “Designers’ Room & Talent Thai” serves as a hub for Thailand’s next-generation designers\, presenting forward-thinking fashion\, home décor\, and lifestyle products. \nDiscover Taiwan Design Expo 2024  \n \nSustainability and Creativity Intertwined at the Heart of Design & Trade\nWith responsibility at its core\, Style Bangkok 2025 prioritizes eco-conscious production\, ethical sourcing\, and circular economy principles. Many exhibitors align with ESG (Environmental\, Social\, and Governance) initiatives and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\, ensuring that their products meet high-quality standards while making a positive environmental impact. The Sustainable Gifts & Decorative Exhibition will showcase eco-conscious home décor and lifestyle products crafted with sustainability in mind. The STYLE Gallery will present experimental designs\, fine arts\, and sculptures from students at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts. Meanwhile\, the Niche Market Showcase will highlight products tailored for unique consumer groups\, including pet essentials\, mother and child care items\, glamping gear\, and senior-friendly designs. \n \nWhy visit?\nStyle Bangkok 2025 is not just an exhibition—it’s an interactive experience. Visitors have the exclusive opportunity to meet the creators and manufacturers behind the products\, forging valuable connections through business matching and networking sessions designed to connect exhibitors with buyers and trade professionals. The event also extends its reach beyond the exhibition halls through live commerce and digital trade\, utilizing live-streaming and online platforms to introduce Thai lifestyle products to global markets. \nExclusive insights from industry leaders will be shared through expert seminars and trend talks. Notable sessions include “New Trends in Contemporary Design: Opportunities & Insights for Thai Entrepreneurs\,” presented by Italian designer Matteo Ragni\, and “Material Trend for the Future – The Potential of the Materials Business\,” led by Japanese material expert Junya Kitagawara. \nStyle Bangkok 2025 is where creativity\, sustainability\, and business come together\, offering an unparalleled experience for anyone passionate about lifestyle\, fashion\, and design. \nStyle Bangkok\, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center\, April 2-6\, 2025\nApril 2-4 open to Professional\, h. 10 am – 6 pm\nApril 5-6 open to General public\, h. 10 am – 9 pm\nSize: 500 exhibitors\, 800 booths\, 25\,000 visitors \nVisit StyleBangkokFair.com website for info and registration
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LOCATION:Queen Sirikit National Convention Center\, 60 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center\, Ratchadaphisek Road\, Khlong Toei Sub-district\, Khlong Toei District\, Bangkok\, Thailand
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SUMMARY:Casa Decor Madrid 2025
DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, Casa Decor\, the architecture and interior design exhibition held every spring in Madrid\, celebrates its 33rd anniversary and its 60th edition. The first edition was held in 1992\, in a historic and unique building—the first of many to come. Since then\, Casa Decor has gathered a collection of historic and distinctive buildings\, including palaces\, mansions\, banks\, embassies\, stately homes\, industrial buildings\, and even a convent. \nDiscover Madrid Design Festival \nThe project by Francesc Rifé at Casa Decor Madrid 2025 \nFor its 60th edition\, the event has chosen a true “Casa Decor building.” What does a “Casa Decor building” look like? It is a stately 19th-century palace with spacious interiors\, high ceilings\, lots of natural light\, and period details—in short\, a residential building from another era. In doing so\, Casa Decor stays true to its original mission: to discover\, restore\, showcase\, and open to the public the rich architectural heritage. \nCasa Decor Madrid 2025\, project Leroy Merlin by Estudio Querencia \nFor the 2025 edition\, Casa Decor returns to Chamberí\, a neighborhood with a strong historical connection to the event\, where seven editions have previously taken place. The building hosting the 2025 projects covers an area of 7\,141 square meters\, spread over the ground floor\, basement\, and four upper floors. It occupies an entire block on Calle Sagasta\, stretching from Plaza de Alonso Martínez to Calle Covarrubias. Although composed of two separate buildings\, they were designed as a single architectural and aesthetic unit. \nCasa Decor Madrid: a live magazine \nThe event lasts six weeks and features around fifty spaces\, decorated by both well-established professionals and young\, promising interior designers. Each edition brings together more than 200 exhibitors\, with 50 projects created by both professionals and companies\, all aiming to promote their work\, products\, or services through this comprehensive platform. It is a large collaborative initiative that supports and raises awareness for the interior design sector\, as well as consumer\, luxury\, and lifestyle brands. \nArquitalia – Borja Esteras for Aritco \nSince 1992\, more than 2\,000 professionals have participated in Casa Decor\, ranging from recognized names to emerging talents. Casa Decor has served as a showcase and a launching pad for the best interior designers of recent decades. The exhibition provides an ideal setting for creating lifestyle projects with complete creative freedom. Through a decorative project\, interior designers can present not only their creativity but also their working methods\, their signature style\, and how they bring their projects to life. Moreover\, the exhibition acts as a live decoration magazine\, offering visitors a sensory-rich experience as they walk through the spaces. It is a unique way to engage with the work of professionals in a deeply immersive and emotionally impactful manner. \nDiscover the booths at Milan Salone del Mobile 2024 \nStudio Senser for Exagres \nBusiness opportunities and media exposure\nCasa Decor also offers a significant business opportunity. Its visitors are potential clients with high purchasing power\, providing interior designers the chance to showcase the quality of their work in person. Thousands of decoration enthusiasts attend the event each year. \nEach edition of Casa Decor generates over a thousand news articles both online and offline and welcomes around a thousand journalists from more than 500 media outlets and communication channels. The exhibition has become one of the most important commercial\, social\, and cultural events in the Spanish capital. \nIn 2025\, Casa Decor presents a special Lifetime Achievement Award to interior designer Sandra Tarruella. With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years\, Sandra Tarruella is one of the leading figures in Catalan interior design\, with recognition throughout Spain and abroad. Her studio participated in Casa Decor Barcelona twice\, in 2003 and 2007. She now joins the prestigious list of past honorees\, which includes Pascua Ortega\, Javier Castilla\, Lorenzo Castillo\, Javier Muñoz\, Tomás Alía Muñoz\, Rafa Sitges\, Teresa Sapey\, and Francesc Rifé. \nFran Cisneros. Estudio de Paisajismo for Gresmanc \nWhy visit \n\nCasa Decor is a unique interior design\, trends\, and lifestyle platform held annually in a different iconic location in central Madrid.\n \n\nThe exhibition runs for 6 weeks each year.\n\nIt opens the doors of a distinctive\, historic building in Madrid to the public.\n\nIt features around 50 fully decorated spaces by both established professionals and emerging talents in interior design.\n\nEach edition gathers over 200 exhibitors\, including professionals and companies\, and serves as a dynamic commercial\, marketing\, and communication platform.\n\nCasa Decor promotes not only interior design but also consumer brands\, luxury goods\, and lifestyle companies.\n\nCasa Decor Madrid\n\n\nSize: 50 spaces\, 200 exhibitors\, 50\,000 visitors\nFor professionals and general public \n\n  \n\n\n 
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LOCATION:Sagasta 33\, Calle de Sagasta\, 33\, Madrid\, 28004\, Spain
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SUMMARY:Milan Design Week
DESCRIPTION:The Milan Design Week: a design event\nThe Milan Fuorisalone\, or Milan Design Week\, as a whole\, is a gigantic design project\, which in 40 years redesigned Milan. Design has arrived\, in the form of creative and resourceful entrepreneurs\, intelligent real estate developers\, designers and architects\, and has regenerated territories\, giving them a new life. \nDiscover the Milan Design Week 2025 Essentials \nThe gala dinner by Salone del Mobile.Milano at La Scala Theater \nThis could only happen in Milan\, a city with a vocation for research in industrial design. In fact\, Milan is surrounded by Brianza\, “the region with the highest creativity rate in the world\,” industrial know-how. This could probably happen only in Italy\, thanks to the “Italian factor.” The Fuorisalone is indeed the sum of many local factors\, and territorial factors are inherently local.  \nDiscover Salone del Mobile Milano 2024 \n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n\n\n\nA choral and spontaneous event\nAnother fundamental characteristic of this big design event is that it is a grass-rooted event\, created by the initiative of many people. The people who organized the events\, the protagonists of the various events\, the audience who attended them. There are some questions that are difficult to answer. One of the most recurring is\, “Who invented the Milan Design Week?” Everyone and no one. Actually\, it was quite amusing to discover that there are at least a hundred inventors of the Fuorisalone. It is true that some of the protagonists of the first phase of the Fuorisalone played a particularly significant role\, but\, since it is not a codified event\, with a beginning or an end\, there are not people who invented it. There are many people who created the conditions for what happened to occur over the course of several years.   \nDiscover the Bangkok Design Week 2025 \nThe Milan Design Week 1989: exhibition at Lido\, a public swimming pool facility \nThe Fuorisalone: connections and networking\nIf we wanted to describe the event in a few words\, we could say that over time it has turned into a formidable communication format and that for years it was the main tool for networking. A scientific form of party\, designed with the utmost care: design expressed itself as a place for relationships between people\, where the convivial moment was a key component of the event\, just like the exhibition and the installations. \nLearn more about Milan Design Week\, buy the book History of Milan Design Week \n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n\n\n\nApril in Milan: Salone del Mobile.Milano and Fuorisalone\nIt should not be forgotten that the Fuorisalone would have never existed without the Salone del Mobile. The trade fair\, in the pavilions of Fieramilano — currently in Rho and\, until 2005\, at the old Fiera Campionaria premises — is the lifeblood that has always sustained the Fuorisalone\, which\, not by chance\, for many years was not an independent event\, but a series of “side events to the Salone del Mobile.” And the fact that since the mid-seventies the city of Milan has been attracting a cultured public interested in design is due to the Salone del Mobile and its ability to highlight the design culture element characterizing the industrial production of Italian furniture\, already so well-known in the world as to be the subject of an exhibition at MoMA\, in New York\, in 1972\, “Italy: the new domestic landscape\,” curated by Emilio Ambasz. \nThis is also the reason why the main subject of the events has always been furniture and why design has been identified with furniture for a long time. It is only in the last 20 years that a definition of Milan Design Week with events not related to the furniture sector began to emerge\, and in recent times there have been increasingly insistent questions about the future evolution of the Fuorisalone.  \nDiscover the Milan Design Events 2025 Essentials \n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n\n\n\nThe future \n2020 has doubtlessly been another important stage in the history of this week of global resonance and there are several unknown elements in its future.  \nSalone del Mobile.Milano is back\, and with it\, Milan Design Week. Many things have already changed\, but one thing is still clear: that people still want to meet in person. Therefore\, Milan Design Week is still alive and vital\, even if undergoing a profound transformation. \nIn the galleries\, images and photos from the different editions of Milano Design Week\, divided by years and editions. \nWhy visit \nOne can visit Milan Design Week for many reasons. As a simple design enthusiast\, it is a unique opportunity to meet up close with the world’s best-known designers\, who pass through Milan during this week.\nTip: get a comprehensive guide\, such as Interni’s Fuorisalone Guide or DDN’s Fuorisalone Guide\, or patiently browse Fuorisalone.it\, looking for events that may interest you. \nAlthough the events are all free admission\, many require registration. However\, be prepared for long lines\, especially for the most popular events. \nIn addition to design and designers\, Milan Design Week is an opportunity to see many secret corners of the city. Noble palaces\, secret courtyards\, and showrooms you don’t usually enter are among the places open to everyone during Milan Design Week. \nMilan Design Week \nThe events are open to professional and general public\nSize: about 1\,000 events\, more than 400\,000 visitors\nVisit Fuorisalone.it website for more info on events
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LOCATION:Milano\, Milano\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:The Chiavari chair: made in Italy in Tigullio Design District
DESCRIPTION:The Chiavari chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world. However\, not everyone knows that it is\, in fact\, one of the oldest made-in-Italy design products in the world. In fact\, its origins date back to 1807\, thanks to a carpenter in Chiavari\, Liguria. Chiavari’s chair was a huge success until the arrival of Thonet in the mid-19th century. It is precisely to the Chiavari chair that is dedicated one of the main exhibitions of Tigullio Design District\, “Design ante litteram: The Light Chair of Chiavari from the 19th Century to Today”.  \nDiscover Milan Design Week  \nScreenshot \nChiavari and Tigullio: Tigullio Design District\nTigullio Design District is the first international design event in Liguria\, in the Gulf of Tigullio (Portofino area)\, and returns April 7-13\, 2025. It’s a widespread event that unites all the cities in the area – Portofino\, Santa Margherita Ligure\, Rapallo\, Zoagli\, Chiavari\, Lavagna\, Sestri Levante – under a common goal: the promotion of design and lifestyle with the sea as the protagonist. \nThe IV edition of Tigullio Design District (TDD)\, the event organized and promoted by the Liguria Design Cultural Association (Liguria Design) involve seven cities\, including numerous hamlets. Important international\, national\, and local entities linked to the world of design and creativity take part to this edition. \n \nTigullio Design District: design by the sea\nThe 2025 edition of the TDD launches the theme “Design is re-Generation” and is divided into a rich calendar of events spread across the entire area of the Gulf of Tigullio. Historic squares and buildings\, the famous alleys\, ports and marinas\, beaches and bays on the sea\, act as a stage for the activities of the TDD25. Even schools and cultural centers\, reception facilities\, and commercial activities\, such as studios and offices of local designers and architects\, are opening their doors on an extraordinary basis for the great open space event. \nDiscover Gdynia Design Days \n \nDiscovering the Chiavari chair in wonderful places \nThe event\, which enjoys the patronage of the Liguria Region\, the Metropolitan City of Genoa\, the Chamber of Commerce of Genoa\, Genoa More Than This\, and all seven municipalities involved from Portofino to Sestri Levante\, boasts a partnership with the Milan Design Week\, in Milan. For an entire week\, TDD25 offers a long list of events\, exhibitions\, meetings/debates\, workshops\, and laboratories also aimed at students of accredited schools. \nEighteen global design organizations are already partners\, and sixteen country ambassadors are promoting the Tigullio Design District worldwide\, each in their own countries of belonging. Over one hundred international and local partners. More than sixty media partners accredited to follow the rich program of the event both on-site and from the world. \nDiscover Bangkok Design Week  \n \nA rich program of talks and events\nThe fourth edition\, two years and  ten months after the first edition\, aims to tell the story of an iconic product of Made in Italy in the world\, the Chiavari chair. Today\, the chair is still in production after over two centuries of history\, and it’s the foundation for the largest chair exhibition in the world. Beyond the exhibition “Design ante-litteram”\, the Tigullio Design District offers a fashion show by the Fashion Institute of Genoa\, the First Forum of Liguria Design. There’s also an exhibition with the name “Trame Liguri: Dialogue between Fashion\, Art\, and Design\,” the design workshop “Between Land and Sea” developed with five schools of Tigullio\, two major events aimed at sailing: “Liguria Blu: Sustainable Sailing for Marine Protected Areas” and “Design 4 Future: Accessible Sailing and Ports\, Future Perspectives and Visions\,” the event of the “Best Shop” 2025 and much more to discover. \nThe fourth edition of Tigullio Design District runs April 7-13\, 2025 \nTigullio Design District\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: exhibitions\, talks and meetings in seven cities\nVisit TigullioDesignDistrict.com website for more info and the complete program
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LOCATION:Chiavari\, Chiavari\, 16043\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:Milan Salone del Mobile
DESCRIPTION:The Milan Salone del Mobile\, launched in Milan in 1961 to promote Italian furniture and accessory exports\, is now the world’s leading event in the furnishing and design sector. \nDiscover Milan Salone del Mobile 2024  \nMilan Salone del Mobile in Milan\, photo courtesy Salone del Mobile.Milano \nThe Salone Internazionale del Mobile takes place every year in April. In odd-numbered years it comes together with the biennial Euroluce\, in even-numbered years with EuroCucina and the International Bathroom Exhibition. It’s also co-located with the annual International Furnishing Accessories Exhibition and Workplace3.0. These events take place with FTK (Technology For the Kitchen)\, the co-located show with EuroCucina\, and S.Project\, the exhibition for design products and decorative and technical furnishing solutions. Since 1998\, the SaloneSatellite completed the show. This is the reference point for young designers and new talent. \nDiscover Milan Design Week Essentials 2025  \nEntrance at Salone del Mobile.Milano\, photo Alessandro Russotti\, courtesy Salone del Mobile.Milano \nThe most important trade show in Milan\nOver the years\, the Salone del Mobile.Milano has generated growing interest around the world\, gradually becoming more and more important. In 1994\, it became the most relevant furniture and design trade show in the world and still is. Thanks to the massive number of visitors\, the Salone del Mobile.Milano has become the most significant event in the city of Milan. In the week of the fair\, in fact\, the city comes alive with a thousand or so side events\, brought together in a circuit that goes by the name of Fuorisalone. Salone and Fuorisalone together shape Milano Design Week\, an event that attracts about 500\,000 people worldwide to Milan each year. \nDiscover the preview of Milan Design Week 2025 \nA global event\nUnder the Salone del Mobile.Milano umbrella\, more than 2\,300 of the world’s most dynamic and creative companies present themselves every year at the Rho Fiera Milano exhibition center\, on a total net area of almost 210\,000 square meters. \nOver 300\,000 trade visitors\, almost 70% from 188 countries\, visit the fair annually. Not to mention the side events\, all of which are curated by leading international artists and designers. This is the Salone\, now in its 62nd year; a global platform with the “privilege of topicality” that sheds light on the state of the art of design. Every year\, for years. \nDiscover Milan Design Week 2024\n\n \nSalone del Mobile.Milano\, entrance. Photo Alessandro Russotti\, courtesy Salone del Mobile.Milano \nSalone del Mobile international editions\nUntil the pandemic\, the Salone also hosted two international editions. The Saloni WorldWide Moscow trade fair took place every October at the Crocus Expo exhibition center. It involved around 300 Italian and foreign companies and was launched in 2005. In 2018\, the event was renamed Salone del Mobile.Milano Moscow\, underlining its close ties with Milan. On the other side\, Salone del Mobile.Milano Shanghai was launched in 2016 and took place every year in November at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre. More than 120 Italian brands presented outstanding\, innovative\, and creative furnishing solutions of the highest manufacturing quality. \nRead more about the history of the Design Weeks \nEntrance at Salone del Mobile.Milano\, photo Alessandro Russotti\, courtesy Salone del Mobile.Milano \nSustainability at Salone del Mobile.Milano\nThe Salone del Mobile.Milano is publishing an extended version of the sustainability guidelines. \nSalone is aware that any corporate sustainability initiative is more effective and complete with the active participation of all stakeholders. For this reason\, it distributes its green guidelines to all exhibiting companies to support them as much as possible in designing\, planning\, and implementing their trade fair activities. Green guidelines also provide an increasingly effective answer to how to set up exhibition spaces with full respect to the environment so that a major trade fair event such as the Salone becomes increasingly sustainable. \nThe aim is to encourage all exhibitors and provide them with concrete indications to support the innovative and eco-friendly design of temporary booths. From Salone’s point of view\, this means prioritizing the well-being of all stakeholders and achieving a positive balance between the social\, economic\, and environmental aspects. \nDiscover the best booths at Milan Salone del Mobile 2024 \nWhy visit\nThe Salone del Mobile.Milano is for professionals only\, is open to the general public only on Saturday and Sunday\, and to students on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday.\nInterior designers\, architects\, and information and communication professionals visit the Salone for several reasons. First\, furniture manufacturers showcase their new products here\, so it is an opportunity to catch up on innovations in interior design and furniture. However\, there are other aspects to consider. One of these\, for example\, is the displays\, which are particularly interesting to architects and interior designers.\nIn general\, the Salone is of interest to those interested in lifestyle content\, thanks to the presence of the world’s best furniture brands. \nIn 2025\, the layout of the pavilions has changed. Find the new map on the website \nTip: Journalists\, bloggers and media workers can enter at 8:30 a.m. \n \nSalone del Mobile.Milano\nFor professionals only\nOpen to the public on Saturday and Sunday\nSize: 2.500 exhibitors\, 350\,000 visitors\nVisit Salonemilano.it website for more info
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LOCATION:Rho-Fieramilano\, Strada Statale del Sempione 28\, Rho (Milano)\, Milano\, 20017\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:Indy Design Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Indy Design Week (IDW): celebrating creativity in all its forms\nSince its launch in 2018\, Indy Design Week has grown from a small gathering into Indianapolis’s flagship design festival\, bringing together creatives across all disciplines to connect\, learn\, and inspire. From graphic design and architecture to digital media\, fashion\, and product design\, Indy Design Week (IDW) celebrates the boundless impact of design.\nThe 2025 edition runs April 21-26 \n \nThe mission\nIndy Design Week is for everyone – design professionals\, students\, or simply those curious about the creative world. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or exploring your first creative spark\, IDW invites you to join the celebration and discover the transformative power of design. \nThe mission is to uplift and amplify the Indianapolis design community by creating connections across disciplines\, sparking meaningful dialogue\, and showcasing creative expression. \nThe Indianapolis design community believes that design shapes culture\, solves problems\, and inspires change. IDW provides an inclusive platform where ideas flourish and voices from all backgrounds are heard. \nDiscover Gdynia Design Days \n \nIndy Design Week: the event\nEvery April\, IDW hosts a city-wide\, week-long festival filled with hands-on workshops\, panel discussions & speakers (in-person & virtual). A pop-up market features local designers and makers\, together with interactive meet-ups. \nThe goal is to inspire\, educate\, and connect\, through immersive\, collaborative\, and inclusive design experiences. \nDiscover Design Month Graz \n \nThe Theme of the Year for 2025 edition is HUES \nThis year’s theme\, “HUES\,” dives into the emotional\, psychological\, and cultural impact of color in design. From exploring color theory to understanding how hues influence identity and expression\, “HUES” highlights the rich diversity and creative energy of our community. \nWhy visit\n• IDW is the premier design event in Indianapolis\, open to all—from professionals to enthusiasts \n• Held annually each April\, it features a range of events including workshops\, panels\, meetups\, and a pop-up market \n• Mission-driven\, IDW aims to connect the community\, inspire collaboration\, and elevate the role of design in society \n• Inclusive and interdisciplinary\, it welcomes everyone from graphic designers and architects to marketers and project managers \nIndy Design Week\, Indianapolis\, April 21-26\, 2025\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: talks\, workshops\, exhibitions\nVarious locations \nVisit Indydesignweek.com for info \n \n 
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LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN\, 46201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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SUMMARY:Hospitality Design Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hospitality Design Conference is a one-day event dedicated to hotel design\, contracting and redevelopment. The organizer is Teamwork Hospitality\, a consulting and training company based in Rimini. \nThe Hospitality Design Conference returns to Milan on Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\, at the Hotel Melià in Milan\, for the second edition. The first edition\, in 2024\, hosted over 700 participants. \nDiscover the CIFF World Design Summit 2025 \nHospitality Design Conference 2024 \nThe Hospitality Design Conference: a day of study and networking\nIt’s a day of in-depth study\, updating and networking\, designed for professionals and operators in the sector. It’s the perfect spot to stay abreast of the latest design trends\, discover ideas and solutions for hotel design\, and learn what will happen in the hospitality sector in the near future. \nThe focus of the 2025 edition will be the esthetics and visual innovation\, the efficiency and functionality of spaces\, the project management. Another interesting theme will be the renovation of old buildings transformed into luxury residences\, with respect for the environment\, materials and costs. \nInvestors\, hoteliers\, hotel managers\, entrepreneurs\, builders and designers will have the opportunity to exchange views\, and to discover the key for success in the hotel industry\, in the coming years. \nA rich program of seminars\nThe 2025 edition of the Hospitality Design Conference offers an intense program of seminars\, distributed in 3 halls. The speakers are over 60\, covering the entire hospitality supply chain\, from design to construction and then to the management of hotel and extra-hotel facilities. \nHospitality Design Conference also offers a great opportunity to network and have direct contact with leading suppliers\, in a large exhibition area\, with over 40 partner companies\, specializing in the furniture and contract sector. \nDiscover the World Design Congress 2025 \nHospitality Design Conference 2024 \nMany different topics\nTopics will include:\n– What trends will have the greatest impact in the hotel industry? Starting with current market demands\, there will be a data analysis to offer insights for successful and sustainability-conscious design and management.\n– How will the expectations of guests and new generations change? Hotel industry news from around the world\, the most innovative concepts\, and the characteristics of new generation hotels\, told by brand managers of the most important hotel groups.\n– How to oversee a hotel project? Which professionals should be involved? How to define the budget? What are the most effective solutions to upgrade the hotel?\n– Which brands are the most inspiring? How to make boutique hotels\, historic residences\, floating hotels successful? What strategies to consider?\n– Professionals tell their stories. Architects and hoteliers will explain their views on design and space planning\, presenting the latest case studies. \nA full day dedicated to education and networking for hoteliers\, architects\, hospitality operators\, architecture students\, suppliers. \nMay\, 8\, 2025\, h. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m\, Hotel Melià\, Milan \nFor complete speakers list: https://www.hospitalitydesignconference.com/it/speaker-2025/\nFor complete partners list: https://www.hospitalitydesignconference.com/it/partner/\nInfo and update:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/hospitality-design-conference/
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/hospitality-design-conference/
LOCATION:Hotel Melià\, Via Masaccio 19\, Milan\, Milano\, 20149\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Design Summit & Conferences
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SUMMARY:Designmonat Graz 2025: The New Real
DESCRIPTION:Under the theme The New Real\, Designmonat Graz 2025 will unfold from May 9 to June 1. As artificial intelligence advances\, technology reshapes our world\, and reality itself undergoes a transformation\, we find ourselves navigating a new kind of real—one that spares no industry. For professionals in design\, communication\, media\, and the creative industries\, these shifts bring profound implications. Throughout Design Month Graz 2025\, we will explore these changes under the program focus “The New Real\,” examining what human creativity means in an age of artificial intelligence\, how business models are evolving\, and the responsibilities of those shaping new immersive worlds. \nDiscover Gdynia Design Days \n \nGraz: UNESCO City of Design\nThe first edition of Designmonat Graz took place in 2009. Since 2011 the city of Graz has been part of the international UNESCO network. The UNESCO network consists of 350 cities\, of which 49 cities are in the field of design. In that sense\, the networking society Creative Industries Styria acts as a competence center for design and an international partner in terms of development and linking. \n \nGrand Opening on May 9\, Program Until June 1\nThe design community will find answers to these pressing questions through dynamic discussions\, exhibitions\, workshops\, and installations at the festival center\, located at the Hornig Areal behind Graz Main Station. The Grand Opening is set for Friday\, May 9\, launching a program that will extend across various locations in and around Graz until June 1. \nDesignmonat Graz 2025: Festival Centre at Hornig Areal\nIn 2024\, the festival introduced a major new element – a central festival hub located in the former Hornig Areal\, an industrial site near Graz’s main station. Once home to an iconic Austrian coffee producer\, this revitalized space became the heart of the festival and a gathering point for the design community. From this central location\, the program expanded outward\, engaging the broader city and region. \nOnce again\, in 2025 the heart of Designmonat Graz is the Festival Centre at Hornig Areal – a vibrant hub for discussions\, exhibitions\, workshops\, and installations. Visitors are encouraged to return time and again to immerse themselves in the creative atmosphere. Open daily throughout Design Month\, the Festival Centre is free to visit and conveniently accessible by public transport. \nDiscover São Paulo Design Week  \nDesignmonat Graz 2022 \nDesign in the City\n“Design in the City” brings together businesses and designers to showcase exceptional products\, unique collections\, and innovative creations. Experience firsthand how design shapes and enhances their work—right in the city’s shops and businesses\, where creativity thrives. This initiative makes design visible\, introducing fresh and exciting design products to a broad audience. \nDesign in the city \nGreen Utopia\nHydrogen from exhaust gases? Self-growing high-tech materials? Trains doubling as electric highways? Plant-based blood vessels? Climate-resilient suburbs? These futuristic ideas are backed by real research from the Green Tech Valley. \nJoin the Green Utopia presentation and panel discussion on May 27\, 2025\, where student teams from Styrian universities will showcase cutting-edge research through visionary short videos. Discover how disruptive innovations are shaping the future and find inspiration for your own groundbreaking ideas. Green Utopia highlights how pioneering research fuels transformative solutions – made in Green Tech Valley.  \nReview Design Month Graz 2024 \n\nDesignmonat Graz 2025: the vision\nLooking ahead\, the vision for Design Month remains focused on growth\, adaptability\, and continued relevance. There’s potential for the event to evolve into a Design Biennale\, building on its strong foundation. Whatever form it takes\, the festival must continue creating spaces for visibility\, discussion\, and innovation within design. By encouraging experimentation and remaining open to change\, the aim is to contribute to a better\, more thoughtful future—one shaped by optimism\, curiosity\, and critical engagement. \nWhy visit\n\nCondenses and showcases the energy of the local creative industries within one month\nMakes this creative energy visible to a broader audience\nContributes significantly to embedding the creative industries in public awareness\nPurpose & Impact:\nActs as a platform for innovative projects—both experimental and commercial.\nEmphasizes the true meaning of design:\nNot just decoration or styling\, but as an economically relevant\, value-adding\, and transformative process in business and society\nCollaboration & Structure:\nInvolves numerous local partners in its programming\nUses “Design Month” as an umbrella brand:\nUnifies various activities under a cohesive visual identity\nMaintains the independence of individual initiatives\n\nDesignmonat Graz\nFor professionals and general public \nSize: 140 events\, 50\,000 visitors\nVisit Designmonat.at website for more info
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LOCATION:Graz\, 8010\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:Munich Creative Business Week 2025: how to design a vibrant community
DESCRIPTION:Organized by bayern design\, Munich Creative Business Week (MCBW) is Germany’s largest design event and a key international platform for Bavaria’s creative and design industries. From May 10 to 18\, 2025\, Munich Creative Business Week returns with the 14th edition\, evolving around the “design community” concept. MCBW once again transforms Munich into a city-wide stage for design innovation and interdisciplinary exchange.  \nDiscover Clerkenwell Design Week  \n \nMunich Creative Business Week 2025: how to design a vibrant community\nThe MCBW 2025 edition evolves around this motto: How to design a vibrant community? How can design help us build stronger\, more connected communities? In a world marked by increasing polarization\, the desire for togetherness has never been greater. This year’s motto invites participants to explore how design can serve as a powerful tool for fostering connection\, empathy\, and collective problem-solving. \nMCBW 2025’s theme is structured around three key focus areas: \nOpening minds: design awakens curiosity\nHow do we shift mindsets and inspire sustainable behavior in a world full of complexity and contradiction? Design drives learning and transformation — from office spaces that foster creativity to apps that reshape daily habits. Through design\, we spark curiosity and catalyze change. \nShaping togetherness: design Enables cooperation\nAs people grow more detached from traditional systems — in mobility\, housing\, and communication — the role of design becomes more vital. Design helps bridge divides\, invite participation\, and foster a sense of shared ownership. It speaks across languages and disciplines\, enabling collaboration and cultural expression. \nInspiring empathy: design elevates the human factor\nTechnology offers great promise\, but also challenges our humanity. Through thoughtful application of design and design thinking\, we can humanize emerging technologies like AI\, making them understandable\, accessible\, and ethical. Design keeps empathy at the core of progress. \nMCBW 2025 also features a rich mix of formats\, talks\, and showcases\, all centered on the power of design to build community. With fresh perspectives from new and returning partners\, the event offers inspiring responses to the question of how we can shape a design community. \nDiscover Design Month Graz 2025 \n \nMCBW Design Summit\nOn May 12\, 2025\, MCBW hosts its flagship event\, the Design Summit\, at Munich Urban Colab. The summit runs all day. Internationally renowned speakers pair up to explore key themes as MCBW Creative Explorers. Together\, they will examine how design can fuel a dynamic\, democratic\, and vibrant society. \n \nShaping togetherness: design sparks cooperation\nEzio Manzini\nEzio Manzini leads DESIS\, a global network of design labs. As president\, he champions sustainable and social innovation. His work shows how design enables people to collaborate and build solutions together. \nCarsten Waldeck\nCarsten Waldeck – designer\, inventor\, and founder of SHIFT – will receive the 2025 German Sustainability Award in two categories: Companies (for consumer electronics) and Products (for the SHIFTphone8). He also supports local initiatives in Hesse\, showing how design and entrepreneurship can strengthen communities. \nInspiring empathy: design highlights the human side\nKim Dabbs\nKim Dabbs\, author of You Belong Here\, speaks globally about empathy and belonging. Born in Korea and raised in the U.S.\, she uses her life story to promote understanding and social inclusion. Her work shows how design can build a sense of security and value in communities. \nAlona Kharchenko\nAlona Kharchenko co-founded Devanthro\, a Munich-based deep-tech start-up. In 2024\, Devanthro became the first company to use humanoid robots in private homes. Early trials showed strong bonds forming between remote caregivers\, clients\, and the robots—thanks largely to thoughtful design. \nOpening minds: design sparks curiosity\nAna Relvão\nAna Relvão tailors her design work to society’s needs. She believes design should fuel curiosity and community life. Her J*GAST kitchen showroom in Munich shows this in action. Developed through collaboration – not authorship – it reflects many voices and viewpoints. \nTim Brown\nTim Brown\, former CEO of IDEO\, pioneered design thinking. He promoted it as a way to tackle tough challenges and inspire human-centered innovation. His approach shows how curiosity-driven design can shape resilient\, creative communities. \nFor info an ticket for Design Summit\, visit the website https://www.mcbw.de/en/design-summit-2025 \n \nWhy visit\nMCBW is the largest Germany’s design event. Moreover\, it’s a catalyst for innovation across design\, architecture\, business\, and education. Each year\, it brings together companies\, creatives\, and students for nine days of exchange\, insight\, and inspiration. \nbayern design GmbH\, the organizing body\, serves as Bavaria’s hub for design knowledge and collaboration. Through various initiatives\, it promotes the transformative potential of design in driving sustainable economic and social change\, supporting designers\, institutions\, and stakeholders across sectors. \nIn 2024\, MCBW attracted over 65\,000 visitors under the motto “How to Co-Create with Nature.” The success of that edition underscores the event’s growing influence as a space where ideas\, innovation\, and impact converge. \nMunich Creative Business Week\, May 10-18\, 2025\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: 200 events\, 65\,000 visitors\nVarious locations \nVisit MCBW.de for info and ticket(s)\n \n 
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LOCATION:Different venues\, Copenhagen\, 1050\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals,Design Summit & Conferences
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SUMMARY:NYCxDESIGN 2025: Map + list
DESCRIPTION:The history of New York City Design Festival\nFrom May 15th to 21st\, in New York City\, NYCxDESIGN 2025 is back. Let’s learn something about its history. In 2011\, a Bloomberg Administration survey revealed the vast scale and influence of NYC’s design community\, prompting a City Council initiative to establish NYCxDESIGN. Spearheaded by Edward Hogikyan under the leadership of NYC & Company (now NYC Tourism + Conventions) and NYCEDC\, NYCxDESIGN launched its inaugural festival in May 2012. The event highlighted major design fairs like ICFF and WantedDesign and quickly gained international recognition. \nDiscover the map of the NYCxDESIGN Festival 2025 \n \nOver the following decade\, the Festival expanded to include cornerstone programs such as Design Pavilion\, the NYCxDESIGN Awards (in partnership with Interior Design magazine)\, and the NYCxDESIGN Student Showcase. In 2020\, with the support of SANDOW\, NYCxDESIGN transitioned to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit\, enabling greater long-term impact and community focus. \nToday\, NYCxDESIGN is led by an Executive Director and staff\, governed by a Board of Directors\, and advised by a Steering Committee of industry\, academic\, and community leaders. \nAs the world’s largest and most diverse design community\, New York offers a unique ecosystem where creative ideas thrive and global innovations take root.  \nDiscover NYCxDESIGN 2024 \nNYCxDESIGN 2024 \nNYCxDESIGN 2025: the Festival\nThe NYCxDESIGN Festival makes its much-anticipated return from May 15–21\, 2025\, uniting global designers\, innovators\, and enthusiasts for a dynamic week of creativity and collaboration. With the theme “Design is for Everyone\,” this year’s edition underscores inclusivity and design’s power to positively impact all communities. \n“The Festival is not just a showcase—it’s a celebration of the diversity and vitality of New York’s design scene\,” said Ilene Shaw\, Executive Director of NYCxDESIGN. “It brings together voices from across disciplines to inspire\, connect\, and shape the future of design.” \nEvents will span all five boroughs\, offering over 280+ programs including exhibitions\, talks\, studio tours\, and parties. \nDiscover ICFF + Wanted 2025 \nParsons School of Design at NYCxDESIGN 2024 \nKey Festival Highlights NYCxDESIGN 2025\nMay 10–19 – Lexus Design Pavilion at Hudson Yards \nMay 15–21 – xSouvenir Exhibition\, in partnership with Cool Hunting and Boym Partners \nMay 15 – Coca-Cola Keynote at International Center of Photography \nMay 16 – IBM Keynote on AI & Design \nMay 17–19 – Shelter by Afternoon Light at Starrett-Lehigh \nMay 18–20 – ICFF & WANTED at Javits Center \nMay 19 – NYCxDESIGN Awards by Interior Design at Penn One \nMay 20 – Wellness x Design keynote with Life Time \nSpotlight: Design Pavilion\nBack in full force\, Design Pavilion (May 10–19 at Hudson Yards) partners with Lexus to deliver “Lexus Ambiance”\, a light-based interactive installation exploring the future of immersive design. \nDiscover Milan Design Week 2025  \n \nxSouvenir Exhibition\nReturning for its second year\, this curated collection features 73 NYC-inspired collectible pieces by renowned artists like Joey Zeledon\, Karim Rashid\, and David Weeks\, available for purchase.  \nKeynote Series\nNYCxDESIGN’s Keynote Series (May 15\, 16\, 20) explores intersections of design\, AI\, wellness\, and photography: \nMay 15: Coca-Cola’s “Contour” photo exhibition at the ICP \nMay 16: IBM presents “AI: Sci-Fi to Society” \nMay 20: Wellness x Design panel with Life Time \nDesign Districts\nAcross NYC\, design districts will come alive: \nHarlem: Special tour of the Davis Center at Harlem Meer \nHudson Yards: Art & architecture tours + outdoor film screenings \nNoMad (May 16): Design Day with new showroom debuts \nAtlantic Ave (May 17): Brooklyn design pop-ups \nSoHo (May 17): District-wide Open House \nMadison Ave (May 15 – 21): Gallery Walk + exhibitions \nDumbo (May 21): Inaugural Dumbo x Design Day with 150+ creative studios\, culminating in a Festival Closing Party \nKarim Rashid at NYCxDESIGN 2024 \nNYCxDESIGN will spotlight student work from top institutions:\nCornell Tech: Startup Awards + MakerLAB exhibits (May 16) \nPratt Institute: Design Show (May 15–20) \nParsons\, SVA\, FIT\, and NYIT: Student showcases across the week \nPlus\, a guided High School Tour Program supported by Adobe \nInternational Focus\nNYCxDESIGN expands global collaborations: \nINTERNI returns with Big Italy in New York and Italian flagship store activations \nVilla Albertine’s Oui Design! celebrates French craftsmanship with studio tours and demos at Payne Whitney Mansion (May 15) \nICFF (May 18–20): Features Designing in Harmony\, multicultural innovation\, Launch Pad\, Design Schools Workshop\, and ICFF Awards (May 18\, 5:30 PM) \nAdditional Notable Events\nCheck the NYCxDESIGN app for more\, including: \nMay 12 – 16: Union Square’s Mural on 14th Street \nMay 15 – 21: Cooper Hewitt’s “Making Home” \nMay 15: D+D Building Spring Market \nMay 18: Fractured Horizons by VSDesign & ALT Alliance \nMay 21: Destination Design Day at New York Design Center \nChristian Louboutin x Pierre Yovanovitch. Photo Eric Petschek\, courtesy NYCxDESIGN 2024 \nWhy visit\nNYCxDESIGN brings together and elevates the design community as it gathers in New York City this week. Founded in 2012\, the Festival has earned an international reputation and serves as the city’s official annual celebration of design. With around 190 events\, it features exhibitions from New York’s renowned museums and art and design schools. Through a vibrant mix of exhibitions\, talks\, and installations\, the Festival highlights the talents of local designers\, creators\, and makers\, along with innovative design firms\, creative districts\, and academic institutions. \nAttracting over 300\,000 visitors\, the Festival offers hundreds of events focused on design and innovation\, creativity\, culture\, inclusivity\, and sustainability. It also provides a unique opportunity to step off the traditional tourist path and explore design studios and showrooms across the city. As a result\, New York continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for design. \nNYCxDESIGN\, New York\, May 20-22\, 2025\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: around 280 events\, 300\,000 visitors\nVarious locations \nVisit NYCxDESIGN.org for info \nSome images from NYCxDESIGN 2024
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/nycxdesign-2025/
LOCATION:New York\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Design Festivals
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SUMMARY:ICFF New York 2025
DESCRIPTION:ICFF Returns to NYC: Celebrating Global Design and Human-Centered Innovation\nICFF\, the International Contemporary Furniture Fair\, North America’s premier platform for contemporary design since 1989\, returns to the Javits Center from May 18 – 20\, 2025. Renowned for its global reach and forward-thinking curation\, ICFF 2025 promises an immersive experience designed to reflect the evolving design landscape and foster international creativity and collaboration. \nDesigning in Harmony: A Global Vision\nThis year’s theme\, Designing in Harmony\, focuses on multicultural\, multi-sensory\, and human-centered design. The event will spotlight craftsmanship\, sustainability\, and meaningful connection—creating a dynamic environment that inspires creativity and dialogue across cultures. \nAttendees will explore an expansive range of cutting-edge furniture\, lighting\, seating\, textiles\, and interior innovations through redesigned exhibit spaces\, curated programming\, and global partnerships. \nDiscover Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 \nICFF 2024 \nAs the U.S. design market navigates economic shifts and climate challenges—like recent natural disasters in Los Angeles—ICFF embraces the urgency for resilient\, adaptive\, and sustainable solutions. The fair aims to spark new ideas and industry evolution through inclusive dialogue and visionary design. \n“Creativity and empathy should guide our industry’s future. By focusing on thoughtful\, sustainable design\, we can help build a stronger\, more human-centered economy\,” said ICFF Brand Directors Odile Hainaut and Claire Pijoulat. \nA new floor plan\nThe 2025 layout\, envisioned by Rodolfo Agrella Design Studio (RADS)\, introduces distinct experiential zones under one roof. These thoughtfully designed areas promote seamless exploration and meaningful engagement between exhibitors and attendees. \nICFF 2025: celebrating global talent\nICFF continues to amplify global voices\, connecting North American buyers and designers with trailblazers from around the world. Expect standout contributions from exhibitors representing Argentina\, Belgium\, Japan\, South Africa\, the UK\, and more—including sustainable leaders like Secto\, Midgard\, and Woud. \nRead more about NYCxDesign  \nICFF 2024 \nFeature highlights\nMorpho by Tomorrowland\, Ethnicraft & Dieter Vander Velpen\nUnveiling at ICFF 2025\, Morpho marks Tomorrowland’s debut into furniture design\, blending contemporary Art Nouveau aesthetics with Belgian craftsmanship to extend the festival’s legacy into lifestyle and architecture. \nWANTED\nThis hub for emerging design talent features Launch Pad\, Look Book\, a Schools Showcase\, and hands-on mentorship—spotlighting the next generation of creative leaders. \nWelcome Lounge x Ligne Roset\nServing as the official entry point to ICFF\, this space invites visitors to experience Ligne Roset’s latest collections in a relaxed\, elegant setting. \nWanted at ICFF 2024 \nBespoke: the art of making\nIn partnership with Architectural Digest and AD PRO\, this salon showcases artisanal mastery in interiors and finishes. Designed by MAWD and sponsored by Edelweiss Pianos and Ferreira de Sá\, it offers a luxurious space for connection and conversation. \nAqua Atelier by Grohe\nThis sustainability-focused showcase in the Kitchen & Bath section highlights innovative water-saving solutions and materials for the modern home. \nOFS x ROOM\nThis collaborative studio space returns with two podcast series—In the Room at ICFF and For Designers on Design—featuring live conversations with top industry voices. \nJuniper Recharge Lounge\nThis new central lounge offers a space to unwind\, work\, and recharge—both personally and electronically. Powered by Juniper’s Ground Control systems and illuminated by its Multiverse collection\, it’s an energizing meeting place. \nThe Library x Phaidon\nExplore design literature in this curated reading space adjacent to the Mainstage. In partnership with Phaidon and sponsored by Flokk/Hag\, the library will feature talks and book signings\, including Defining Style: The Book of Interior Design. \nDiscover Design Shanghai  \nICFF 2024 \nICFF Talks\nTwo main venues – The Mainstage (sponsored by Moroso) and The Oasis – will host inspiring panels and workshops covering inclusivity\, materials innovation\, sustainability\, and business strategy. Highlights include speakers like Patrizia Moroso\, Dieter Vander Velpen\, Jared Blake\, and Daniel Germani. \nDining Lounge x Be Original Americas\nDesigned by Rarify and RADS in partnership with Be Original Americas\, this immersive dining space doubles as a learning experience about authentic design. \nThe Café\nA new oasis for refreshments and relaxation\, featuring high-end outdoor furniture from Dedon and Gloster. \nICFF Editors Awards\nA signature event of the fair\, the Editors Awards return on Sunday\, May 18 at 5:30 p.m. to honor excellence across categories. Hosted by writer and comedian Dan Mahboubian Rosen\, the ceremony celebrates standout achievements in design. \nStrengthening Ties with NYCxDESIGN \nICFF is proud to deepen its collaboration with NYCxDESIGN\, enhancing the citywide festival and uniting the local and international design communities for a more cohesive celebration of creativity. \n“We’re building a festival that connects design thinking with community impact\,” said Brand Directors Odile Hainaut and Claire Pijoulat. \nWhy visit\nEmphasizing original and sustainable design\, ICFF showcases a diverse array of furnishing products for residential\, contract\, and hospitality settings. The event attracts an audience of over 10\,000 architects\, interior designers\, retailers\, distributors\, developers\, and members of the press. More than 450 established and emerging design brands from over 35 countries come together to exhibit their latest innovations. \nOn the show floor\, attendees can draw inspiration from ICFF Talks—a curated series of panel discussions\, keynote presentations\, and in-depth conversations featuring some of the most influential voices in the industry. The event also offers ample opportunities to expand professional networks\, from spontaneous interactions on the floor to curated evening gatherings. ICFF fosters a dynamic environment where attendees and exhibitors connect\, share business insights\, and strengthen ties within the global design community. \nICFF\, Javits Center\, New York\, May 18-20\, 2025\nFor professionals (general public on Tuesday\, May 20th) \nSize: 450 exhibitors\, 10\,000 visitors \nVisit ICFF.com for info \nIn the photogallery\, some images of the exhibitors at Launch Pad 2025
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/icff-new-york-2025/
LOCATION:Jacob Javits Convention Center\, 429 11th Ave\, New York City\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows
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SUMMARY:Clerkenwell Design Week London 2025
DESCRIPTION:From 20-22 May 2025\, Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) returns in London for the 14th edition\, with its most expansive edition yet. Spanning over 15 venues and featuring more than 160 local design showrooms\, Clerkenwell Design Week London 2025 promises a vibrant mix of installations\, global brands\, exhibitions\, and thought-provoking talks. \nDiscover Clerkenwell Design Week 2024 \nString Pocket shelving from String Furniture \nHeadline installations: brick and water\nLeading the charge is a striking new public artwork by British artist Alex Chinneck\, located in Charterhouse Square. Known for his architectural illusions\, Chinneck revisits the curving brick forms of his 2013 “sliding house” in Margate. This new interactive piece incorporates repurposed steel from a London demolition project\, with support from Cleveland Steel\, Crittall Windows\, FabSpeed\, and Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC. The installation will remain on view beyond the festival. \nNearby on Clerkenwell Green\, Albion Stone and Hutton Stone unveil an ambitious pavilion designed by Hawkins\Brown and engineered by Webb Yates. Brick from a Stone: Arch Revival features two freestanding vaulted arches—one crafted from Hutton’s pale sandstone\, the other from Portland stone by Albion. Each arch is constructed from a single 102mm-thick layer of stone bricks\, showcasing both strength and elegance. \nDiscover London Design Festival 2024 \nQuilton sofa by Doshi Levien for Hay \nClerkenwell Design Week London 2025: Scandinavian innovation front and centre\nScandi design leads the international presence this year. At the MillerKnoll showroom\, HAY presents new collections by top designers including Erwan Bouroullec\, Doshi Levien\, and Niels Jørgen Haugesen. String Furniture makes its CDW debut at Old Sessions House\, where Kasthall also reveals its Fasad collection by David Chipperfield Design\, celebrating the brand’s 135th anniversary. \nLighting takes the spotlight at Muuto’s showroom in St John’s Square\, with new table lamps Beam by Tom Chung and Strand by Benjamin Hubert. Nearby\, Mater introduces its Terra collection crafted from Matek\, a patented material made from recycled electronics and coffee waste. \nOn Northburgh Street\, Bolon showcases outdoor rugs that merge flooring durability with the comfort of textiles. \nNew Pluck x Schotten & Hansen kitchen furniture range \nCelebrating British craft & colour\nAt the British Collection\, Pluck debuts a kitchen range developed with timber experts Schotten & Hansen\, featuring rich Douglas Fir veneers in four unique hues: Camargue Rose\, Kadoorie Green\, Churchhaven Blue\, and Petra. Also on show: Origin Furniture presents a sleek steel-framed seating range by David Irwin\, upholstered with Camira’s tech-knit fabric. \nThe Charterhouse hosts Larsen\, known for high-performance fabrics and wallcoverings. At Platform\, Scottish studio Zitozza introduces a modular print collection using over 150 custom-designed\, block-cut tiles. \nDiscover January Furniture Show 2025  \nZitozza Toytown printed collection \nSpotlight on international design\nCDW expands its global reach with a new Spanish Collection at The Charterhouse\, featuring Naturtex\, Gandia Blasco\, Viccarbe\, Antonio Ferre\, and Ezpeleta. The Austrian Collection debuts at Detail\, spotlighting names like Mafi\, Forcher\, Vertessi\, and Sheyn. Popular returning showcases include the Danish (Paxton Locher House)\, Italian (venue TBC)\, and German (Catapult) Collections. [Check the latest exhibitor list and showroom partners.] \nModern Teaware & Craft \nIn partnership with The Goldsmiths’ Centre\, Newby London presents New \nForms: Tea & Contemporary Design—a curated exhibition of modern teaware from leading silversmiths and ceramicists\, including Abigail Brown\, Chris Keenan\, and Sasha Wardell. All pieces are available for purchase\, alongside a tasting of rare teas. Entry is free. \nConversations at Clerkenwell Design Week in London\nThe festival’s flagship talks series\, Conversations at Clerkenwell\, moves to The Charterhouse this year. The series is curated by Katie Richardson and features 18 sessions across three days. Highlights include speakers like Sabine Marcelis and PearsonLloyd\, with daily segments hosted by Dezeen. Topics cover everything from colour trends and AI in design to commercial spaces and cultural heritage. \nThe auditorium itself\, designed by Kapitza\, is inspired by the venue’s intricate historic patterns—reflecting the studio’s flair for vibrant public art and wayfinding. \nItalgraniti x Simon Astridge \nItalgraniti Group teams up with Simon Astridge Architecture Workshop for a standout project titled Automatica. Details will be revealed at the festival—stay tuned. \nLighting takes the spotlight in this year’s programme\, with British brands leading the way. Designers are embracing the rise of indoor-outdoor living\, introducing a wave of adaptable designs. British makers proudly champion the “Designed and made in the UK” message\, while an exciting Spanish design showcase makes its debut. Innovators continue to drive the conversation around sustainability\, using cutting-edge technology and materials to push toward a greener future. Showrooms bring the experience to life with engaging events—inviting visitors to explore acoustic solutions and uncover how design shapes perception in interior spaces. \nIndoor & Outdoor\nAs indoor and outdoor living blend more seamlessly than ever\, CDW puts adaptable designs in the spotlight – pieces that effortlessly transition between environments. On Old Street\, Ethimo unveils Patio by Studio Zanellato/Bortotto\, a striking outdoor furniture collection that showcases distinctive weaving techniques and expert teak craftsmanship. \n \nGrythyttan Stålmöbler\, the 130-year-old Swedish garden furniture brand\, presents its iconic A2 armchair by Artur Lindqvist in a fresh green colourway at the Church of Design at St Bartholomew the Great. Case returns to Groupwork to launch Campus\, an outdoor chair by Matthew Hilton. The chair features a punched seat and backrest\, with a galvanized\, powder-coated steel frame built to withstand the elements. Its solid weight keeps it stable even in strong winds. Also featured is the Narin folding chair by David Irwin\, now adapted for outdoor use. \nSpain takes the spotlight\nFor the first time\, CDW spotlights the Spanish Collection at The Charterhouse\, celebrating Spain’s design excellence by fusing tradition with innovation across various disciplines. The Collection puts a strong emphasis on textiles\, highlighting the country’s craftsmanship and creativity. \nAmong the other\, Italian Collection is taking over St John’s Sq\, bringing together a leading selection of Italian interior brands.  \nWhy visit\nThe design week in Clerkenwell\, London\, the Clerkenwell Design Week\, is an opportunity to visit and explore the Clerkenwell Design District. The installations make it possible to see different places you would otherwise never see\, such as buildings and museums. And showroom visits also lead to places otherwise never seen. During the festival\, moreover\, the streets are crowded with a vibrant and effervescent audience\, and the talks are opportunities to delve into topical issues.\nVisitors must register now to get a free design festival pass; all visitors need a badge to access the exhibition venues and showroom events.\nThe exhibition venues are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday\, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday\, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday. Showroom opening hours vary. \nClerkenwell Design Week\, London\, May 20-22\, 2025\nFor professionals and general public\nSize: over 600 events\, 160 venues\, 35\,000 visitors\nVarious locations \nVisit Clerkenwelldesignweek.com for info \nSome images from Clerkenwell Design Week 2025
URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/design-week-london-clerkenwell/
LOCATION:London\, London\, SW1\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Design Weeks & Weekends
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