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A binational project brings together German and Dutch designers to work collaboratively on current social, economic and cultural issues. From 14 to 28 June, the Museum Angewandte Kunst in Frankfurt am Main is hosting the pop-up exhibition Form Follows Friendship, a project by the German Design Council developed in collaboration with the diplomatic network of the […]
The CATIA User Symposium Europe (CUSE) brings CATIA users together to learn, share, and connect. On 16 June, join hands-on workshops in Creative Design, ICEM, MBSE, and advanced mechanical techniques. On 17–18 June, attend keynotes, domain sessions, and live demonstrations while networking with experts. Discover new tools, techniques, and sustainable approaches to product development, all […]
Every two years, WDO invites cities and regions worldwide to bid for the World Design Capital® designation. WDC is intended for cities that strategically leverage design to drive economic, social, cultural, and environmental progress. The bid process brings together government, industry, academia, and the local design community to shape a shared vision for sustainable urban […]
In its commitment to advancing the global glass industry, Şişecam launched the Şişecam Glass Symposium in 1985. Over the following 40 years, the symposium steadily evolved into an international event, attracting hundreds of distinguished participants from both industry and academia. As one of Europe’s premier platforms for glass science and technology, the Şişecam Glass Symposium has been organized simultaneously with the International Commission […]
In celebration of World Industrial Design Day 2026, join World Design Organization, BRP, and the Association des designers industriels du Québec for an evening of discussion and networking exploring resilient design in action. Hear insights from local design voices, share your own perspectives on resilience and connect with designers, innovators and industry leaders from across […]
The UCLG Congress and World Summit of Local and Regional Leaders) is the flagship gathering of cities, regions, and their associations—bringing together mayors, governors, councillors, civil society partners, and representatives from the international system from around the globe. The UCLG World Congress is the space for decision-making through its statutory track: the place in which […]
As a proud member of the World Design Organization (WDO), Asia Pacific University (APU) invites designers, students, industry professionals, and fellow WDO members across Malaysia to celebrate World Industrial Design Day 2026. Under the theme "Resilient", the event explores how design empowers us to adapt, innovate, and thrive amidst future challenges through forums, talks, workshops, […]
The award that makes brand success visible. The German Brand Awards are one of the leading brand competitions in the German-speaking world. Since 2016, they have honoured excellence in holistic brand management – strategic, creative and impactful. Winning means showing what makes a brand truly strong today: clarity, relevance and team spirit. Learn more: https://www.german-brand-award.com/en/ […]
ACIDO is hosting a World Industrial Design Day event with UMBRA, on June 25th. Join us at the UMBRA store to see a showcase of work by up and coming designers. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Rocket winners will be on display. Also on display will be a selection of projects from the Rocket […]
A unique international event that transcends disciplinary and geographical boundaries, the UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 Barcelona brings together renowned architects, researchers, and influential figures from multiple fields to promote the exchange and production of knowledge. With the theme Becoming. Architectures for a planet in transition, the event focuses on speculative, qualitative inquiries to explore material, political, […]
The Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University will launch its 2026 International Summer Program under the overarching theme “Design Futures: Shared Vision.” The annual sub-theme is Resilient Symbiosis. Building on the Academy’s strengths in interdisciplinary innovation and talent development, the program will focus on three tracks: Resilient Aero-Urbanism, Resilient Blue-Life, and Resilient Socio-Digital. […]
In celebration of World Industrial Design Day 2026, WDO is once again bringing the global design community together for let’s talk resilience. Streaming live on WDO’s YouTube channel on 29 June from 8:00 AM EDT / 12:00 PM UTC, the event will feature a dynamic series of online sessions led by design leaders from around […]
Join us for a conversation on Design for Resilience as we celebrate 🌍World Industrial Design Day 2026 📅 29 June 2026 🕓 4:00 PM onwards 📍 Spread DESIGN BARN 🔗 RSVP Explore how design can help individuals, organizations and communities to reflect, learn and act in an ever-changing world. Join designers, innovators and changemakers for […]
On 30 June, WDO Member Dassault Systèmes is celebrating World Industrial Design Day with a day-long event on their Paris Campus (HQ). Aimed at Dassault Systèmes employees, the programme includes a conference on Resilience by Design led by WDO Regional Advisors Anne Asensio (Dassault Systèmes) and Gilles Rougon (EDF), with speakers from Strate School of […]
The 2026 Golden Osmanthus Industrial Design Award welcomes manufacturers, design agencies, professional designers, academics, students and creative teams worldwide. With a RMB 3 million prize pool, GODA promotes design-driven industrial transformation and China–ASEAN innovation exchange across six fields: AI, high-end equipment, smart transportation, food processing, home and lifestyle, and intangible cultural heritage and craft. Deadline […]
To kick off the dreams, ideas & prototypes exhibition, the WDC Campus will transform the Museum Angewandte Kunst and the Metzlerpark into a hub for connection, debate, and dialogue. Featuring music, artistic interventions, lectures, workshops, and panel discussions, the festival opens up diverse pathways into the exhibition's core themes and invites visitors to explore future […]
Immersive, design-driven learning in Milan — one of the world’s design capitals. Hands-on, interdisciplinary, and international, with lectures, studio visits, and project work within the Politecnico di Milano Design System. Gain exclusive access to design studios, collaborate with students from around the world, and leave with a portfolio-ready project, a POLI.design Certification, an Open Badge, […]
As is becoming an IDX tradition, we’re curating an interactive gallery where you are the exhibiting artist. Inspired by The World Design Organisations theme: Resilience. "What is your Object of Resilience?" We invite you to design, create, or share an object that reflects your own journey of resilience - through the lens of design and your design practice - […]
The competition aims to create synergy with Busan’s waterfront redevelopment initiatives and transform the existing summer-only facility into a year-round family-oriented destination, developing it as an eco-friendly waterfront leisure space. Under the theme “Establishing a Spatial Service Model for a Year-Round Family Water Recreation (Swimming Pool) and Leisure Complex,” the competition invites design proposals that […]
Module is an open-air festival featuring selected concerts, DJ sets, audiovisual performances, engaging talks, and workshops. It transforms the Kulturcampus Frankfurt into a weekend full of sound, design, and discourse around pop culture. Under the theme Design for Democracy, the Module asks how design and culture can contribute to inclusive, vibrant and accessible public spaces for all. Music, visual […]
