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The 10th International Alvar Aalto Design Seminar – Checkpoint will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Jyväskylä. 30 years ago, at the first design seminar in 1995, the focus was on design quality and craftsmanship, and the user interfaces of the time were Windows95 and Nokia’s early mobile phones. Today, in 2025, it is […]
Goldreed Industrial Design Award (GIDA) is a new international design award sponsored by the Xiongan Future Industrial Design Institute (XIDI), with the aim of discovering the future of design, inspire the quality of future living and empower the future city. Learn more: https://www.goldreedaward.com/en WDO Member: Xiongan Future Industrial Design Institute
IASDR 2025 will be co-hosted by the Taiwan Design Research Institute (TDRI) and the Chinese Institute of Design (CID), and will take place in Taipei from December 2 to 5, 2025. Centered on the theme “Design Next,” this year’s conference explores emerging design issues and methodologies. It aims to become a key platform for promoting […]
The 9th "He Chaozong Cup" China (Dehua) Ceramic Industry Design Competition is now open to participants from all over the world! The "He Chaozong Cup" competition was founded in 2017 and is currently the most continuous competition in the international ceramic design field. It is the most authoritative platform for evaluation, promotion, and cooperation. The […]
WORLD INDUSTRIAL DESIGN DAY 2025 is coming to APU — and trust us, you won’t want to miss this! Date: 12 & 13 June 2025 Venue: Asia Pacific University (APU) Whether you're a design student, a creative thinker, or just someone who loves cool ideas — this is the event for you. Here’s what’s waiting […]
At PARK, we are proud to deliver the Mastering Design Orchestration Programme in partnership with DBA, designed to enhance your effectiveness and influence as a design manager. This programme integrates three essential modules, providing a comprehensive approach to refining your leadership skills: Design Process, Design Quality and Design Teams. The programme is based on principles […]
Join renowned Moroccan designer Hicham Lahlou as he shares insights from his three-decade journey of blending Arab cultural heritage with innovative design to solve complex global challenges. Drawing from his multidisciplinary work-from iconic urban projects, Hicham will share how Arab identity can inspire solutions that resonate worldwide. This session offers a unique opportunity to explore […]
With global challenges intensifying and creative industries rapidly evolving, the call for fresh, forward-thinking teaching has never been more pressing. This year’s conference theme, Innovative Practices in Creative Education, focuses on how we can embed bold, responsive, and impactful approaches into creative education, shaping graduates who aren’t just skilled makers, critical thinkers, ethical innovators, and […]
Join PARK in collaboration with WDO and hosted by BRP in their Montreal Office for this in-person masterclass on Design Leadership lead by Stephan J Clambaneva, Managing Director at PARK USA. Spend the day learning and interacting with your peers in a blended learning environment. End your day with an evening networking cocktail reception celebrating design leadership! In today’s unpredictable world, leadership and design leadership […]
Let's get ethical! Join World Design Organization, Association des designers industriels du Québec and BRP for an evening of learning, discussion and networking in celebration of World Industrial Design Day 2025. Hosted at BRP's headquarters in downtown Montreal, don't miss your chance to connect with fellow design leaders and explore the practices and insights at […]
Comprehensive. Expert. Impartial. The German Brand Awards present outstanding brand successes and enable a transparent and independent assessment by a renowned jury. Clear and accessible criteria emphasise the neutrality of the award. More than 1,200 entries submitted testify to the huge amount of interest generated by this prize for excellence in brand management. WDO Member: […]
Design Futurism When envisioning the future, design is inherently a part of our collective imagination: a tool for reimagining how we connect, create, and challenge existing narratives. This concept extends beyond the exploration of technological spectacle. Design Futurism is a solution-oriented exploration of human potential. Learn more: https://www.ladesignfestival.org/design-futurism
It’s that time again to put down the markers, step away from that disobedient CAD file, and wrap that concept presentation up so we can all catch up for the next Industrial Design Xchange event: Celebrating World Industrial Design Day. This year’s theme? Let’s Get Ethical. Join us as we celebrate with another one-of-a-kind show […]
Join WDO, Andreu World, Design Foundation of the Region of Valencia and Ayuntamiento de València for a series of live panel sessions in Valencia celebrating World Industrial Design Day. Under the banner of this year's theme let's get ethical, this programme will bring together local and international design professionals, companies, students and institutions to address […]
Desmania celebrates World Industrial Design Day on 27th June, 11 AM, IMT Manesar. Featuring Shashank Deshpande & Prof. LK Das, the event explores Ethical Design—where modern Indian sensibilities meet conscious, responsible creation. Learn more: https://www.desmania.com/ WDO Member: Desmania
A conversation on World Industrial Design Day. From suspicious green claims to AI making art and stealing it, ethics is suddenly everywhere. But why now? And why does it feel like a pop trend? Join us for a lively discussion where sustainability, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence get put under the ethical spotlight. Expect sharp […]
Design Futures: Shared Vision 2025 International Summer Program of the Academy of Arts & Design, Tsinghua University focuses on three key directions: Smart Aerospace, Smart Creation, and Smart Living, exploring the deep integration of technology and humanities, aiming to develop innovative solutions by integrating cutting-edge technologies. The program invites young student teams to submit creative […]
The creative industries are facing a perfect storm. Work is drying up, AI is automating execution, and the cost of living is squeezing harder than ever. For many designers, especially those who've spent decades mastering their craft, it feels like the ground is shifting beneath their feet. But what if this crisis isn't about being […]
’ ! BIND is here in every color and every hue! Watch out and save the date, coming this -, ! We are back to bring you : ! Look out as will be celebrated ! Don’t forget to bring your blank canvases, and prepare for a colorful week filled with our solo and panel […]
Mark your calendar for an extraordinary summer of design inspiration. We're thrilled to announce not one, but TWO exceptional Spotlight Series events continuing the regional design conversation sparked by the landmark designation of World Design Capital 2024. The Spotlight Series, a collection of 18 regional design stories that was developed in 2024, highlights visionary designers and boundary-pushing creatives. […]
