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This World Industrial Design Day, we are listening, talking and celebrating diversity. Join us on the 28-29 June for a 24-hour virtual conference as we hear from designers around the world sharing their stories, reflections and experiences. Website
Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, the DFA Awards still seizes every chance to showcase outstanding designs to the world, and to explore how design thinking can create a better future for Asia and humanity. Themed “Design Steers・Reshape Future”, the first overseas DFA Awards Exhibition in 2021 will be held at GOOD DESIGN Marunouchi […]
Organized by Design Center of the Philippines and MATIC Hub, in partnership with the Philippine Trade Training Center, and in support of Cebu UNESCO City of Design, get ready for your AHA! moments and learn about the development of diversity in design and materials selection, interesting case studies, and various ways to offer a broader, […]
IAAD - Istituto d’Arte Applicata e Design, is pleased to invite you to the 2021 Career Day edition to be held on Wednesday 21, Thursday 22, Friday 23 and Monday 26 July 2021. The event will take place remotely and will involve: 370 students, 370 companies, 36 hours of one-to-one meetings, 3700 interviews. These are […]
IDSA’s Women in Design Deep Dive is a virtual gathering built to recognize the unique talents, initiatives, and challenges of women in the industrial design industry. Designers and creatives of all genders are invited to learn from inspiring leaders in the field and generate meaningful solutions for inclusivity and gender parity in the workplace. Join […]
World Campus Masters Selective Graduation Design Program (short for "WCM Program”) is launched by an international design competition platform Young Bird Plan, and it is committed to recognizing the fresh blood of contemporary design through evaluating graduation designs from global young designers in different regions and cultures. It encourages original design and design thinking in […]
The C-IDEA Design Award is the worlds’ annual juried design competition. It aims to recognize and promote visionary talents in a wide array of categories ranging from communication design, industrial design, architecture, interior design, fashion design, and new media. A yearbook and exhibition of the nominated designs are also presented as part of the event. […]
Amid the pandemic, cultural and international initiatives are being reshaped. Yet the creative relationships of Lithuania and Japan are growing. It is important to share our experiences and strategies for future cooperation. This year’s Creative Lithuania Networking Sessions 2021 are responding to these challenges. Topics to discuss: object design, package design, industrial design, accessory design, […]
In 2018, Seoul City declared itself the “Human City Design Seoul.” The Human City Design Seoul Declaration pursues the common goal of a sustainable urban ecosystem aiming for a harmonious relationship between people and the environment. The Seoul Metropolitan Government launched the international Human City Design Award in 2019 to celebrate designers or groups that […]
Since 2013, the Green Product Award has been honouring products and services already launched onthe market that stand out in the areas of sustainability, innovation and design - the award is aimed at 'sustainable market changers' from start-ups to established companies. The submission deadline is 01 November, 2021. Website
The 24th International Bicycle Design Competition (IBDC) is now open for submissions. This year, the theme of the competition is 'Intelligence, Sustainability, and Living from Heart.' With these three values, IBDC challenges entrants to create bicycles with intelligent technology, sustainable ideas, and sensible designs to provide people another option or style of transportation and living. […]
The Salone is as a laboratory for experimentation and cross-pollution, a place for interface and new opportunities for reflection on the world of design and designing. A showcase that has always mixed business with culture, shaping the history of design and furnishing yesterday, today and tomorrow. A global platform for truly top-notch products with the […]
France Design Week is an event aiming to give visibility to the diversity and vitality of French design practices. France Design Week participants are committed through their initiatives to value innovation and know-how through design – a vehicle for economic, social, cultural and environmental development – and to make this approach as universal as possible. […]
Andreu World presents the book "Conversations about work". A humanistic and philosophical approach to the design profession, which can be extrapolated to other fields, and which projects us into the future from the experience, reflection and generosity of those who lead us the present. In this publication, Philippe Starck shares his professional experience and personal […]
Andreu World presents the book "Dialogues about work". A humanistic and philosophical approach to the design profession, extrapolated to other fields and that projects us towards the future from the experience, reflection and generosity of those who lead us in the present. In this publication, Alberto Lievore shares his professional experience and personal vision of […]
With the theme of “Interconnectedness: Design to Rekindle the World”, the fourth Hebei International Industrial Design Week (hereinafter referred to as HIDW IV) will be held in Xiongan New Area, Hebei from September 9 to 15, 2021. It is hosted by the People’s Government of Hebei Province and organized by Industry and Information Technology Department […]
Andreu World presents the book "Conversations about work". A humanistic and philosophical approach to the design profession, which can be extrapolated to other fields, and which projects us into the future from the experience, reflection and generosity of those who lead us the present. In this publication, Patricia Urquiola shares her professional experience, personal vision […]
This exhibition proposes a route through Valencian design product from 2009 to date, focusing on a careful selection of some 170 pieces that analyse the complexity and the experimental and innovative value of this field of design. The fact that the exhibition is held at the IVAM Alcoi pays a tribute to this city which […]
The theme for this year 'Expanding Horizons' will be a deep dive into the start-up landscape in Africa. With 2020 having been a highly disruptive year for African technology and innovation, they will explore the biggest challenges, trends and opportunities within Africa and how the renewed urgency for accelerated innovation and economic transformation is impacting […]
IDSA’s International Design Conference & Education Symposium is a global virtual design event unlike any other. Experience 24 hours of uninterrupted design from around the world, mingling with other designers and learning from top visionaries at global innovation hubs. This thrilling event features an expansive collection of presentations, breakout sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and more, […]
