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Design is often misunderstood as aesthetics or branding. Yet in reality, design is one of the most powerful levers businesses have to translate purpose into practice. As part of B Corp Month 2026, this webinar explores how design, when treated as an operating model rather than an add‑on, moves organisations beyond compliance and into inspiration. Framed around […]
From 12 to 15 March 2026, the second edition of MUNICH DESIGN DAYS will take place. The central location Praterinsel will be expanded to include the Praterinsel Ateliers, and the MUNICH DESIGN DAYS CITY will also be further developed to integrate additional showrooms and locations throughout Munich’s city center. Trade visitors can look forward to […]
WDO Member Mixer is a virtual networking initiative designed exclusively for WDO's membership community. This global session will offer space for both new and longstanding members alike to connect, converse and build relationships across regions and disciplines. Register now: https://live.remo.co/e/wdo-member-mixer/register
MIREA — Russian Technological University invites university students and faculty in digital design fields, as well as IT-industry professionals (graphic designers, UX/UI designers, multimedia designers, 3D designers, digital artists, photographers, among others) to take part in the International Forum “Digital Design – CreativARTor,” to be held from March 23 to 26, 2026. This year, the […]
GoinGreenGlobal is a long-standing international academic and professional event that brings together distinguished practitioners, researchers, and lecturers from across Europe. Throughout one intensive week, the Faculty becomes an open platform for knowledge exchange, interdisciplinary dialogue, and collaborative exploration of contemporary design challenges. Learn more: https://en.fd.si/goingreenglobal-2026-traditional-international-design-week-at-faculty-of-design.html WDO Member: Faculty of Design
Design extends far beyond aesthetics. True design reconnects fragmented communities, revitalizes aging urban spaces, and improves the safety and convenience of citizens’ everyday lives. It is a powerful driver for urban innovation. This conference marks an important first step in translating that philosophy into action. More than an academic gathering for experts, this event has […]
The Circular Design Summit is the event for everyone who sees design as a strategic force in the transformation towards a circular economy. Keynotes, panels and hands-on workshops tackle the most relevant topics of the circular economy: circular business, design for longevity, the EU ecodesign regulation, digital technologies and collaborative value creation. Learn more: https://www.german-design-council.de/en/activities/circular-design-summit […]
Dongseo University’s College of Design will host the STELLAR DESIGN SUMMIT BUSAN (SDSB) 2026 under the theme “Design Futures: Busan and Asia.” The symposium convenes global leaders—Thomas Garvey, Yongqi Lou, and Tan Wang—to explore Busan’s future as the 2028 World Design Capital, highlighting design’s role in shaping society, advancing regional innovation, and fostering Asia-wide collaboration. […]
As part of the official program of Guimarães – European Green Capital 2026, the DESIGN COMMIT 2026 – 2nd International Conference on Design & Industry will take place. This is an international platform dedicated to exploring the transformative role of design in building more sustainable, regenerative, and inclusive futures. This edition focuses on the theme […]
In a moment of rapid transformation, Design & Innovation Managers and Leaders have the opportunity to redefine what matters. As transformative technology expands what’s possible, the true power of Design remains: human-centered insight, empathy, and vision. In 2026, the Design Management Institute Conferences will explore how we might harness, balance, and direct these strengths to […]
An exhibition of objects exploring traditional Korean craftsmanship techniques—woodworking, lacquerware, and mother-of-pearl inlay—in dialogue with advanced technologies and digital fabrication. Presented by Seoul Design Foundation April 20 – May 10, 2026 at the ADI Design Museum, Milan Opening & Designer Networking Event April 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM Learn more: https://seouldesign.or.kr/?menuno=17&bbsno=30178&boardno=19&siteno=1&act=view&cates=131 WDO Member: Seoul Design […]
The Liguria Design Cultural Association organizes the Tigullio Design District (TDD), the first international event dedicated to nautical, outdoor, and lifestyle design in the Gulf of Tigullio ( Portofino in Liguria - Italy ). Supported by regional institutions, TDD promotes Ligurian design and territory, creating cultural, economic, and identity value while positioning Liguria on the […]
The 2026 Salone del Mobile is back as the star of the design calendar: the leading international event for the design industry will be held from 21st to 26th April, at Milan’s Rho Fiera fairgrounds. Set up in 1961, the trade fair boasts a wide range of furnishing products, distinguished by their expressive power and their functional, technological and […]
Design Codes will only be meaningful if they reflect lived practice and diverse global contexts. WDO Members are invited to join an interactive working session to help shape the next iteration of the Design Codes. Building on the presentation shared at the General Assembly in September 2025, this session will briefly recap the framework and […]
What does design have to do with democracy? At see—a two-day festival consisting of see-Conference and see-Camp—creative minds from the fields of design, visual arts, architecture, performing arts, and film show how our participation in society is shaped by design. Now in its 20th year, see invites international creatives from all fields to Wiesbaden, making […]
Semaine Design de Montréal (Montreal Design Week) celebrates design in all its forms—architecture, interior design, manufacturers, boutiques, emerging and established designers. For professionals—the Index-Design Show, a day of conferences and exclusive events. For everyone—official design addresses and events throughout the city. Learn more (in French only): https://www.semainedesigndemontreal.com
Germany's biggest design event #designconnects Empowered by bayern design, the mcbw is the biggest design event in Germany and an important meeting point for the national and international creative and design industries. During its seven days, we annually bring together designers, design enthusiasts, companies, and students from all design-related fields and industries to promote interdisciplinary […]
What does design mean for cities today? As part of Semaine Design de Montréal, join World Design Organization at the MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises for a special screening of its first documentary short, From Tradition to Transformation: World Design Capital Valencia 2022 (Spanish with English subtitles). The 40-minute film offers a powerful look into how […]
An international project showcasing Spanish design at WDC Frankfurt RheinMain 2026 through an installation and open dialogues connecting designers with the local creative ecosystem. The session format, based on conversations and open tables, focuses on design processes, decisions and practices, encouraging a more open and horizontal exchange. Join us for two days of conversations and […]
This year’s forum will explore the dynamic intersection of design, policy, and accessibility, moving beyond the expected to uncover new perspectives and opportunities. The programme will feature sessions on design policy mapping in Europe, accessibility as ‘extrability’, and European advocacy in areas such as intellectual property rights, artificial intelligence, and ecodesign. Join us for a […]
