NYCxDESIGN is driven by core values deeply rooted in community and creativity, always mindful of inclusivity, equality, diversity, sustainability, and regenerative design for the greater good of humanity.

Beyond its annual Festival, NYCxDESIGN’s year-round programming serves as a robust platform for the diverse spectrum of design talent found in New York City. 

Whether showcasing students, emerging designers, or highly decorated professionals across various design disciplines, our programs foster an environment for sharing, educating, learning, and uniting. The overarching aim is to address the pressing needs of our world with attention and care, inspiring the next generation to embrace design as a tool for solving problems and contributing positively to tomorrow’s challenges.

Sonia Delaunay: Living Art

Bard Graduate Center Gallery 18 West 86th St., New York City, United States
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Sonia Delaunay (1885–1979) was one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Living Art comprises almost 200 objects, including textiles, furniture, books, and mosaics, reflecting Delaunay’s kaleidoscopic output through all periods of her career from the early Parisian avant-garde of the 1910s to the spirited 1970s.

Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within

Noguchi Museum 9-01 33rd Road, Long Island City, United States
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The largest retrospective ever devoted to the artist, ‘Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within’ features approximately 200 works in ceramics, weaving, painting, bronze casting, and printmaking, spanning six decades of Takaezu’s prolific career.

Sonya Clark: We Are Each Other

Museum of Arts and Design 2 Columbus Cir, New York City, NY, United States
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Highlighting thirty years of artmaking dedicated to the Black experience in America, "Sonya Clark: We Are Each Other" is the first comprehensive survey of the communal art projects that form the heart of the artist’s pioneering creative practice. Accompanied by a selection of Clark’s photographs, prints, and sculpture, the exhibition features five of Clark’s large-scale, collaborative projects, including her barrier-breaking "The Hair Craft Project" (2014) and the ongoing performance, "Unraveling."

Crafting Selfhood

3.1 Phillip Lim 48 Great Jones Street, New York City, United States
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Celebrating AAPI month, 3.1 Phillip Lim presents Crafting Selfhood, an exhibition of Asian American female identifying artists and designers from May 1-23. Organized by Karen Wong and Lora Appleton, the exhibition assembles a myriad of stunning ceramics and sculptural objects on display at the 3.1 Phillip Lim flagship at 48 Great Jones Street.

Insert Coin by Jan Kath

Gallery 514 West 25th Street, New York City, United States
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Exhibition of the hand-knotted carpet collaboration of the German artist Andreas Gursky and International rug designer Jan Kath.

Laura de Santillana: Echoes of Her Gaze Impressions of Tokyo and Kyoto in Glass

Ippodo Gallery 32 E 67Th St, 3rd Floor, New York City, United States
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In "Laura de Santillana: Memories Through Her Eyes," Ippodo Gallery showcases Laura's most precious and exquisite works, honoring the late Laura de Santillana's connection with Japanese architectural elements through her tablet series. Experience vibrant Tokyo-inspired pieces and delicate Kyoto-themed works that evoke Laura's profound passion for Japan.

Designing Tomorrow:With MAWD Made and Sugarlift

High Line Nine 508 W 28th Street, New York City, United States
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Designing Tomorrow is a pioneering collaboration between Sugarlift Gallery and MAWDMade, showcasing MAWD's inaugural furniture collection alongside works by three artists from Sugarlift. Through art and design, the exhibition invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of aesthetics, sustainability, and human experience, inspiring action towards a brighter future.

Union Square Partnership’s Annual 14th Street Mural Installation

14th Street between University Place and Broadway 37 E 14th St, New York City, United States
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The Union Square Partnership (USP) is pleased to present the 4th Annual 14th Street Mural in Union Square: a 7,500 SF asphalt mural that will be installed over five days with the help of community partners and volunteers. USP’s mural program brings unique artwork from established and emerging artists while celebrating the rich history and cultural significance of one of New York City’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Parsons, School of Constructed Environments, Senior Show

Parsons School of Design 25 W 13th Street, New York City, United States
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The School of Constructed Environments is proud to highlight graduating students’ work and achieve­ments across interior, product, industrial, lighting, and architectural design. This year we welcome all to join us to enjoy the creativity, intelligence, and imagination of the class of 2024.

31 DAYS

Café Studio NYC 195 Chrystie St 102 W, New York City, United States
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Charlie Dumais, co-founder of Litchfield-based ceramics studio, Dumais Made, offers an intimate look into his creative practice with the exhibition, 31 DAYS. Born from a resolution to return and reconnect with his craft, he committed to craft a pair of lamps each day for thirty-one days.

The resulting collection of 62 works includes wide-ranging forms and inspirations from Charlie’s early influences as a designer, to iconic mid-century forms and Brutalist architecture.

31 DAYS stands as a testament to Charlie Dumais' playful dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and the perpetual journey of creative exploration.

Lampes Sèvres: Ronan Bouroullec x Manufacture nationale de Sèvres

Villa Albertine 972 5th Ave, New York City, United States
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The Manufacture nationale de Sèvres is excited to announce its significant return to New York with Lampes Sèvres, created in collaboration with the French designer and artist Ronan Bouroullec. Vibrant with colors and intricate details, these limited-edition luminous objects demonstrate a harmonious alliance between the artisanal excellence and savoir-faire of the Manufacture and Ronan Bouroullec's creativity.

NYCxDESIGN Student Showcase Night

Fashion Institute of Technology, Katie Murphy Theater 300 7th Avenue, New York City, United States
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This annual event showcases the creative research of students from six of the top design schools in New York City. This year's theme is divided, a theme that reflects our current times when it seems it is possible to hold opposing views on nearly all issues, can creative design help bridge these divisions and bring us together?

Experience Light. Discover Lutron.

Lutron Global Experience Center 3 E 28th St 11th Floor, New York City, United States
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Like design, light is all around us. Come experience the magic of lighting at Lutron's WELL Platinum certified showroom here in NYC!

Flou Collection 2024

Flou Flagship Showroom 42 Greene St., New York City, United States
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Flou presents 2024 collection.

Drop Houses

Virtual
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As the increasing use of social media and webcams in the home environment, Drop Houses explores the design of our physical surroundings based upon the reality of our online life, proposing new types of hybrid spaces and the future of social experience.

Designing Human Connection

New York City New York City, NY, United States
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A digital layer of fun placed over the physical landscape of the city that facilitates positive, in-person interactions and connection. Grab a friend and download the 5 and Go! app on iOS to complete challenges in any borough, specifically designed for NYCxDESIGN.

An Exploration of Urban Archaeology

Urban Archaeology Production Facility 43-34 32nd Place, Long Island City, United States
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Come explore the rich history and get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the premier luxury interior manufacturers dating back nearly 50 years!

NYCxDESIGNx SOUVENIR

The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards 20 Hudson Yards Level 1, New York City, United States
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Presented by NYCxDESIGN Partnered with Cool Hunting Curation and Exhibit Production by Boym Partners Since the beginning of modernism, souvenirs have been excluded from designers’ discourse, even though such figures […]

Curious About Sound? HiFi Artists Loft by Treble Clef Audio

SohoArtsLoft 80 Varick Street, 6E, New York City, United States
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At Treble Clef Audio, we believe in the transformative power of sound and its impact on the highly perceptive human ear. Join us during NYCxDESIGN on a journey into the realm of sonic discovery, as we explore the intersection of art, design & redefined HiFi Audio. Our US launch of the unique TCA-M Active Loudspeaker is your chance to experience what we mean by that. 

Visit our 'Hifi Artists Loft’; a carefully curated interior space with an artistic expression that hints to the science behind the technology. We will be hosting a series of talks, events & experiences, born from a curiosity for sound and musical expression; our universal language.
What makes you curious about sound?

SUITE NY + C SUITE NY Present “The Shape of Daydreams,” a Studio Presentation by Giopato & Coombes

SUITE NY 419 Park Ave South, 20th Floor, New York City, United States
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SUITE NY presents the US premiere and unveiling of the latest design collection from renowned Italian lighting designers, Giopato & Coombes. Fresh from its debut at Salone del Mobile in Milan, the new Nebbia Collection represents the pinnacle of contemporary design innovation.

Real Spaces

MA | Morris Adjmi Architects Offices 60 Broad St 32nd floor, New York City, United States
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MA | Morris Adjmi Architects is displaying the works of renowned artist, Robin Crookall, for public viewing located at their offices in the Financial District. Show starts TBD and ends TBD on TBD.

aspire Design Tour Midtown

A&D and D&D Building; Various Showrooms New York City, United States
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Embark on editorial tours led by the aspire design and home editors and indulge in the ultimate Sip & Crawl!

Studio Laurence at Keilhauer

Keilhauer NY Showroom 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1101, New York City, United States
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French designer Laurence Carr presents her capsule of collectibles from Studio Laurence at the Keilhauer NY Showroom. Her circular designed pieces embody mindful luxury and sustainability with innovative and zero-waste biomaterials, blending durability with elegance.
By appointment only.

Inspiration, Innovation, and Limitless Possibilities with Muretti

Muretti Chelsea 134 west 25th Street GRD FL, New York City, United States
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Allow us to incite you through a journey of Italian craftsmanship. Join our team for a walkthrough of our Muretti showroom to create unforgettable memories and consider endless possibilities!

“Unchained Nature” at Galerie Régis Mathieu

Galerie Régis Mathieu 31 Desbrosses St, New York City, United States
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Mathieu Lustrerie & Château de Versailles: Featuring an iconic chandelier from the Royal Collection in partnership with the Palace of Versailles, and selected work from French master artisans.

Vision of Time: Argentine Expressions in Art and Design

Consulate General of Argentina -New York 12 West 56th Street, New York City, United States
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Dalia Forman Design and Argentine Creative Experience presents the Vision of Time: Argentine Expressions in Art and Design exhibition, showcasing Argentinean design, furniture, sculpture and crafting during NYCxDesign 2024

Sahco 2024 “Wild Bouquet” at Kvadrat Showroom

Kvadrat New York 475 Park Avenue, New York City, United States
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SAHCO 2024 COLLECTION: WILD BOUQUET
Wild yet calm, emotional yet composed, grounded yet revolutionary, the Sahco 2024 collection builds on its rich heritage, reviving and rethinking classic motifs with a 21st century mindset. Explore the collection through a special installation in the main gallery space of Kvadrat's New York Showroom.

HBF x Juniper Showroom Takeover

HBF Showroom 155 5th Avenue, 6th Floor, New York City, United States
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HBF and Juniper collaborate on a takeover of HBF’s New York City showroom for the occasion of NYCxDesign. Visit to see their latest collaboration, Firma designed by Travis Clifton, and a study in materiality and tactility with Juniper lighting throughout the beautiful space.

PELLE Presents ‘Far And Wide’ Exhibition

PELLE Showroom Gallery 55 Ferris Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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PELLE presents 7 new furniture and lighting works that encompass the studio’s wide-ranging exploration in form-making and painted representation in a showroom exhibition titled “Far and Wide” opening this May.

Poliform Outdoor Collection Launch

Poliform 112 Madison Avenue, New York City, United States
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Discover the journey of refined elegance as Poliform unveils its outdoor collection, where contemporary design converges with the essence of outdoor living. An evening elevating the senses will mark the debut of Poliform’s inaugural outdoor showcase in New York.

Salvatori NYCxDESIGN

Salvatori Showroom 102 Wooster Street, New York City, United States
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Salvatori will open its showroom to the public during the week of NYCxDESIGN. The brand's classic natural stone collections as well as new novelties will be on display.

The Cassina Perspective

Cassina Store New York 155 E 56th Street, New York City, United States
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Join us at the Cassina Store New York to meet the team and discover our eclectic collection, featuring the most renowned designers and new collaborations.

Premier of Safavieh St. Tropez Rugs

Safavieh in SoHo 150 Thompson Street, New York City, United States
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Safavieh Saint Tropez area rugs premier during NYCxDESIGN . Modern art inspired designs colored in vibrant hues, all masterfully hand-knotted using pure wool and silk. A penthouse-posh look and luxurious feel ideal for any classy contemporary home décor. During NYCxDESIGN Safavieh Soho will offer a 50% trade discount

2nd Annual Madison Avenue Design Week

Madison Avenue between East 57th and East 86th Streets 960 Madison Ave, New York City, United States
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2nd Annual Madison Avenue Design will celebrate NYCxDesign with events, talks, and in-store experiences in the international roster of home furnishing and interior design stores and showrooms located on the upper east side on Madison Avenue and adjacent side streets located between East 57th and East 86th Streets.

Memoir by PELLE for Calico Wallpaper

Calico Wallpaper Showroom 57 Lispenard St, New York City, United States
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On display at the Calico Wallpaper showroom will be the brand’s newest collection, Memoir by PELLE. Jean and Oliver Pelle, founders of PELLE, present their first-ever collection with Calico Wallpaper inspired by the rich textures of the South Korean landscape cultivated by Jean’s childhood memories.

Blu Dot ART MODE

Blu Dot NoMad Store 79 Madison Ave, New York City, United States
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Blu Dot, a leading modern furnishings brand, is pleased to announce ART MODE - a new collection of artwork in partnership with LAND Gallery & Studio, NIAD Art Center, and SAGE Studio & Gallery — three nonprofit art organizations that support artists with developmental disabilities. For this year’s NYCxDESIGN, Blu Dot invites visitors into their NoMad and Upper East Side stores to explore and purchase the new artwork collection, featuring original designs from 14 artists across the three studios, with 100% of the profits going directly back to the studios and the artists.

MUJI IS Exhibition

MUJI Hudson Yards 20 Hudson Yards Level 4, New York City, United States
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This exhibition will take visitors through the work of copywriter Miyuki Tokunaga, who is responsible for the clever yet concise phrases that have become synonymous with MUJI’s beloved product tags over the years. The installation celebrates MUJI’s iconic minimalist packaging and spotlights the brand’s Copywriting Atelier, which, under the direction of Tokunaga, formulates the narratives behind each product in MUJI’s own unique language.

TRACES / PLATEAU

MATERIA 305 Canal St PH5, New York City, United States
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During NYCxDesign week, the lighting and furniture design studio MATERIA will present its inaugural exhibition in the MATERI(A)RT series, TRACES, by mixed media artist Malkia Williams. MATERIA’s SoHo, New York gallery will also be showcasing its newly launched PLATEAU table and floor lamp collection; at once inspired by antique marine implements and the layered sedimentary landscape of the New England coastline, and comprised of a strata of entirely custom brass, linen, parchment and paper components.

Upmade in Estonia

Lafayette Gallery 188 Lafayette St, New York City, United States
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Discover the Soul of Estonian Design: Tradition Meets the Future in Circularity and Digital Innovation.

This exclusive event is taking place for the first time in New York City, with top design leaders from Estonia in attendance who will share and discuss the roots of Estonian Design, its unique aesthetics, and its contemporary successes.

Join us at Upmade in Estonia to learn how the of traditional core of minimalist philosophies of Estonian design became the cutting edge of sustainability and digital innovation.

Artemide Open Showroom

Artemide Showroom Soho 46 Greene Street, New York City, United States
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Join us during NYCxDESIGN and discover the extended collections IXA (by Foster & Partners) and INE (by Bjarke Ingels Group).

Serra Hardware Debut

Colbo NYC 50 Allen St., New York City, NY, United States
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Mike Ruiz Serra launches his new hardware and lighting company, Serra Hardware. Featuring a range of eccentric, hand-sculpted products cast in iron by American foundries.

Common Things presents ‘Finding the Light’

Common Things 76 East 7th Street, New York City, United States
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Common Things, a story-forward shop of everyday objects, is pleased to present 'Finding the light,' a showcase of charismatic lighting that seeks to illuminate the joys of daily life through the lens of innovative, surprising and sometimes surrealist design.

SoHo Design Day – Zafferano America

Zafferano Showroom 121 Varick Street, New York City, NY, United States
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Zafferano's flagship NYC showroom will be open as part of SoHo Design Day. See the complete Zafferano product line--cordless lighting, colored glassware, ceramic tableware, and fixtures--as never displayed before in […]

Supercharging Creativity & Design with AI

Museum of Arts and Design 2 Columbus Cir, New York City, NY, United States
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AI has unleashed unprecedented possibilities and challenges for creators, designers, and businesses to navigate. This fireside conversation brings together industry leading designers to explore: The profound impact of generative AI […]

Selux Lighting and ASLA NY Chapter presents Award Winning Landscapes

Selux Lighting 19 West 21st Street 7th Floor, New York City, United States
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The New York Chapter of The American Society of Landscape Architect will be exhibiting their 2024 Design Award Winners with exhibition boards and slideshow of the projects. Representatives from the winning firms will be discussing the projects.

co-24: SVA MFA Interaction Design Thesis Exhibition

School of Visual Arts, MFA Interaction Design 136 West 21st St. 3rd Floor, New York City, United States
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Join us for co-24 — a collection of works by 21 emergent designers from the School of Visual Arts MFA Interaction Design, class of 2024. Meet people and projects exploring the themes of collaboration, connection, and construction towards a more intentionally inclusive future.

Workshop/APD 25th Anniversary & Showroom Opening

Workshop Collection Showroom & Rooftop 39 West 38th Street, New York City, United States
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In celebration of our 25th anniversary, Workshop/APD is excited to open its headquarters and product showroom to the design community! Please join us at 39 West 38th Street, New York, NY to explore the Workshop Collection showroom and rooftop lounge, and get a first look at some of Workshop Collection's newest pieces.

Magen H Gallery: Spring Gallery Walk

Magen H Gallery 54 East 11th St, New York City, United States
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Join Magen H Gallery during the Greenwich Village Spring Gallery Walk to discover some revolutionary and significant designs across sculpture, decorative arts, architecture, and ceramics. Magen H Gallery is pleased to present timeless pieces by Pierre Sabatier, Philoloas Tloupas, Pierre Chapo, Pierre Jeanneret, and Chaneac, among others.

American Design Club Presents: Mouthful

Canal Street Market 265 Canal Street, New York City, United States
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The American Design Club presents Mouthful, a show of cups, glassware, drinking vessels, and anything innovative we choose to put to our lips and take a sip. We invite makers, […]

Maxalto Presents Art of the Unique

BeB Italia 58th Street Flagship Showroom 150 E 58th Street, New York City, United States
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A collection of sophisticated furnishings designed by Antonio Citterio in our completely renovated showroom

Twenty First presents “Meditations on Movement” by Vincent Corbière

TWENTY FIRST 76 Franklin St, New York City, United States
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Meditations on Movement will unveil a curated selection of Vincent Cobière's latest pieces, offering art enthusiasts and collectors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in his artistic vision. Highlighting his adept use of materials like wood and metal, the exhibition promises a journey through the evolution of Vincent's craftsmanship, with each piece telling a captivating story inspired by literature, art, history, travel, and music.

Prelle and Verrier x Uchronia

Prelle Showroom 43 East 10 Street, New York City, United States
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Meet French designer Julien Sebban from Uchronia. Immerse yourself in the world of exquisite silk upholstery fabrics.

NYCxDESIGN Opening Night Party

Mercer Labs 21 Dey St, New York City, United States
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To kick off the NYCxDESIGN Festival week, we host an engaging network celebration on the Festival’s opening day. Design enthusiasts gather from near and far to raise a toast to […]

98th New York Hardware Meetup @ Smart Design | NYCxDESIGN Week

Smart Design 63 Flushing Ave Building 127, Suite 3B, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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The Hardware Meetup community is excited to announce the 98th New York Hardware Meetup at Smart Design! Hardware Meetups happen across 20+ cities monthly and help bring together different professionals to connect and meet each other.

New Horizons: Design Leaders Navigating the Shifting Business Landscape

New School Tishman Auditorium 63 5th Avenue, New York City, United States
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IDSA NYC brings together design leaders to discuss the current state of the industry, its ups and downs, and its future. This event is a must-attend for those seeking insights into the ever-evolving landscape of industrial design, exploring how technological advancements and the business drive for scalability and efficiency are transforming the field.

NYCxDESIGN Opening Night After Party

Spring Studios 6 St Johns Ln, New York City, NY, United States
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After the Opening Party, continue the celebration with us at the After Party at Spring Studios, presented by Kouros and hosted by Surface Magazine. Enjoy an environment and exhibition designed […]

Black Women Talk Tech: Roadmap to Billions

Brooklyn Navy Yard Bldg 303 399 Sands Street, Building 303, 9th Floor, Brooklyn, United States
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Roadmap to Billions is back for the 8th year, offering a wealth of resources and support to help Black women tech founders turn their dreams into billion-dollar realities.

Jenny Holzer: Light Line

Guggenheim Museum 1071 5th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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"Jenny Holzer: Light Line" will present a new manifestation of an iconic LED sign, activating the interior of the Guggenheim with her pioneering use of the written word. During the exhibition’s opening week, Holzer’s "For the Guggenheim" illuminates the building’s façade at sundown, creating an environment for looking, discussing, and gathering.

Open Studio at Le Studio Anthost

Le Studio Anthost 276 Greenpoint Ave Suite #1306, Brooklyn, United States
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Le Studio Anthost welcomes you back to the studio and invites you to discover their latest creations.

Discover Florim

277 5th Ave 277 5th Ave, New York City, United States
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Florim is proud to offer to the Design Industry the chance of choosing and performing a climate positive design selecting sustainable porcelain surfaces Made in Italy by Florim. Florim will […]

Celebrating the Right-Sized Rug, Ernesta Open House

Ernesta Upper East Side 1052 Lexington Avenue, New York City, United States
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Design is all around us, especially with the right-sized rug. Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new showroom with festive drinks and bites.

Espasso presents Fernando Mendes: from Sketch to Varnish

Espasso 38 N. Moore St., New York City, United States
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Brazilian designer Fernando Mendes launches a new handcrafted furniture collection, available exclusively at Espasso. The collection honors friends and neighbors of his workshop, located in Vale das Videiras, in the mountains surrounding Rio de Janeiro.

The exhibit opening will be celebrated on May 16th with a cocktail reception at Espasso. The gallery will be open for visits Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, or by appointment.

Dining Out NYCxDESIGN: The Setup Menu — Reimagining Our Streets to Celebrate NYC’s Culinary Delights

Sunday To Sunday 88 Orchard St, New York City, United States
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Dining Out NYCxDesign will showcase four new outdoor dining prototypes with onsite demonstrations, meet-and-greets, and culinary “tastings” from world-class restaurants in Manhattan and Queens. Sponsored by the City, designed by WXY and fabricated by the multidisciplinary studio SITU, the featured modules assembled from a kit of parts advance an entire new way of designing and managing outdoor dining setups and celebrating the diverse culinary pleasures that NYC offers.

Lee Broom: Alchemist

Lee Broom Penthouse Tribeca, New York City, United States
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For NYCxDESIGN 2024, Lee Broom launches a major new collection, Alchemist, at the Lee Broom Penthouse in Tribeca. The first US debut of a Lee Broom collection, Alchemist consists of four new lighting designs, King, Mythos, Gemini, and Solstice, all which centre on the concept of alchemy and the balance and interconnection of sculptural metal forms containing light.

5th Annual Head Hi Lamp Show

102 Franklin 102 Franklin St, 3rd Fl, New York City, United States
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The Head Hi Lamp Show is an exhibition celebrating the joy of light with a curated presentation of lighting objects selected through an international open call. Since its inception in […]

Design Dysphoria

Studio S II Suite 401 53 Scott Ave. Suite 401, Brooklyn, United States
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Brooklyn, NY | May 17, 2024 – DESIGN DYSPHORIA, a queer designer-led exhibition of 17 architects, artists and designers will open in Bushwick, New York on May 17, 2024 during […]

Breathe With Me: An Immersive Experience of Swiss Design

WSA 161 Water Street, New York City, NY, United States
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Enter "Breathe with Me", an immersive installation contextualized by award-winning Swiss spatial designer and Parsons educator Annabelle Schneider. Presented by the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York, this multi-sensorial space features iconic Swiss design pieces by USM, PIN-UP HOME, 4Spaces ZigZagZurich and many more at WSA, the new cutting-edge cultural hub in Downtown Manhattan.

NIGHT LIGHTS

IRL GALLERY 15 Monroe st, New York City, United States
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This group exhibition showcasing NYC-based artists aims to explore the intersection of art and design, with a focus on light as a medium.

Walk The Future of North Brooklyn in Augmented Reality

McCarren Park 776 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn, United States
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Look around you to see how NYC is changing! inCitu is hosting an augmented reality Scavenger Hunt of future building sites in North Brooklyn. The tour begins at McCaren Park and explores six development sites, where visitors can use inCitu QR Codes to see the future of the locations in Augmented Reality.

Cornell Tech Open Studio

Cornell Tech Campus 2 West Loop Road Roosevelt Island, New York City, United States
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Cornell Tech's Spring 2024 Open Studio is an annual end-of-year showcase of cutting-edge research, projects, and startups founded at the Cornell University campus based on New York City's Roosevelt Island. The event includes demonstrations of work by graduate students and faculty and concludes with a reception and Startup Awards presentation during which up to five teams of student entrepreneurs are awarded $100,000 to launch their companies.

Oui Design! Résonance

Ateliers Jouffre 42-25 12th Street, Long Island City, United States
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From live craft demonstrations to an inspiring exhibition, complemented by a cocktail reception and DJ party, immerse yourself in the dialogue between tradition, innovation, and sustainability in design and savoir-faire.

NYCxDESIGN: Linhardt Design Studio Sneak Peek

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Join us for a sneak peek into Linhardt Design's new custom atelier, marking its Manhattan return after the closure of its East Village and Midtown storefronts during the pandemic lockdown. Since opening its first retail storefront in 2008, Linhardt has delighted patrons and celebrities with fine metal adornments for the body and jeweled heirlooms for the home.

Designing the Future: A Soho Soirée to Kick off NYCXDESIGN

DTR MODERN GALLERY 458 West Broadway, New York City, United States
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Immerse yourself in an evening of unparalleled elegance and artistic exploration as DTR Modern Gallery and NYCxDESIGN Festival join forces to present a sensational event on May 17th, 2024, in the heart of SoHo.

Hem Open House Party

Hem SoHo Showroom 460 Broome Street #201 (Level 2), New York City, United States
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Come join us for drinks and music at the Hem showroom in the heart of SoHo. Explore our newest launches and the unveiling of our new Hem X limited edition art piece curated by New York-based gallery, Superhouse.

Home is Where Lazzoni Is

LAZZONI MADISON 145 MADISON AVENUE, New York City, United States
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WE INVITE YOU TO THE WORLD OF LAZZONI, A PLACE WHERE LUXURY MEETS COMFORT AND INNOVATION MEETS DESIGN. HOME IS WHERE LAZZONI IS.

Aperitivo & Design at Kartell

Kartell NYC Flagship Showroom 152 MADISON AVE, New York City, United States
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Come immerse yourself in the fusion of creativity, industrial design and sustainability, as we celebrate the beauty of design in the heart of New York at the newest Kartell flagship showroom.

An Evening with Rimadesio

Rimadesio USA 102 Madison Ave, New York City, United States
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Experience an evening of design exploration at the Rimadesio showroom, where visitors can indulge in sophisticated white wine or Spritz while discovering contemporary elegance and engaging with fellow designers and design enthusiasts.

Design Better Live with Hillary Coe

Automattic 166 Crosby Street, New York City, United States
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Join Wert&Co. and Automattic for a special live Design Better podcast recording with featured guest Hillary Coe, a renowned design leader at the forefront of new technology and space flight […]

To Be or not to Be: B&B Italia

BeB Italia Madison Avenue Flagship Showroom 135 Madison Ave, New York City, United States
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ABCD: Aperitivo Bold Classic Design

Unity not Uniformity

The Celeste Bartos Theater at the MoMA Cullman Education Building 4 West 54th St, New York City, United States
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Good design is still good business at IBM. This Keynote covers lessons learned from the inside out on how to keep good design alive for decades. For more than 100 […]

Color Theory

Salon Design 27 Vestry St., New York City, United States
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Color is nature's greatest gift. Color has the power to make us feel energized, calm, anxious and tired. When light hits a colored object it can amplify the depth of the color or wash it out. Color Theory is an exploration into the power of color in design featuring original and limited edition works by Rosie Li, Sina Dyks, Dominick Leuci, Darryl Westly and Christina Watka.

AKKI® x Samsung: Creating the future

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join AKKI® and Samsung 837 in a night of conversation, creativity, and cuisine from local AAPI-owned eateries in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. Featuring: AKKI® fashion design competition, the Samsung Galaxy S24, speakers panel and Q&A with prominent AAPI leaders across Fashion, Music, Media, Entertainment, and Web3.

Design & The Mind: Making Better Tomorrow Irresistible

NeueHouse Madison Square 110 E 25th St, New York City, United States
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In partnership with NeueHouse, IDSA NYC brings visionaries across disciplines to reveal how the power of fusing design with psychology can entice us toward a more sustainable and equitable future. This discussion promises to demystify how today's innovative yet unfamiliar solutions are becoming the desirable choices of tomorrow.

Mercer Street Block Party at Orior

Orior Showroom 32 Mercer Street, New York City, United States
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The Mercer Street Block Party celebrates design in Soho with open houses across the neighborhood. Spearheaded by Orior, additional participating showrooms include BDDW, Calico Wallpaper, Hem, Henrybuilt, Kasthall, Roll & Hill and Stellar Works.

The One Show

Cipriani Wall Street 55 Wall Street, New York City, United States
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The One Show is the world's most prestigious award show in advertising and design. For over 50 years, the Gold Pencil has been regarded as one of the top prizes in the creative industry.

New Arclinea Kitchen Collection

Arclinea NY 21 East 26th Street, New York City, United States
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Grand Opening of Arclinea NY on May 7th. RSVP by invitation only.

10am-6pm, Monday-Friday, general admittance during NYCxDESIGN.

Kouros x Surface Magazine Hug Bed Party

Spring Studios 6 St Johns Ln, New York City, NY, United States
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Join us for a celebration of the Hug Bed designed by Kouros Maghsoudi. Join us for specialty cocktails, live music, and high-end design.

Call to Gather & AIGA NY

SYLVAIN 176 Grand Street, New York City, United States
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Experience the art of making at NYCxDESIGN with AIGA NY and Call to Gather; explore diverse crafts from calligraphy to kintsugi, and discover the spontaneous joy of creativity in community-supported workshops.

SoHo Design Day

SoHo Design District New York City, United States
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Join us to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the SoHo Design District with the best international design.
Discover the latest in interior and product design while strolling the cobble streets of the most creative neighborhood in the city. EAch SDD Showroom will be showcasing their newest collections providing an immersive design experience open to all.
Grab a map at any participating location and enjoy a day with us!

Teksupport: Solomun

Brooklyn Navy Yard Kent and Clymer 565 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, United States
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Set again the backdrop of the iconic New York City skyline, Teksupport has crafted an immersive experience featuring the legendary German house music pioneer Solomun.

Misha Kahn Studio Sale

Misha Kahn Studio 129 26th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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This summer, after more than ten years making work in Brooklyn, Misha Kahn will be moving his studio out of New York City. On Saturday May 18th from 2-6PM, you’re invited to visit the studio and to shop early pieces, samples, and prototypes—all of which will have friendly prices.

Atlantic Avenue Day of Design

Atlantic Ave Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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On Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, design is everywhere you look. Take a stroll with us on Saturday, May 18th to see our landmarked architecture and step inside our stunning storefronts to meet designers of jewelry, furniture, fragrances, apparel, cocktails, lighting, florals, wallpaper, ceramics, furniture, art, and more.

POLTRONA FRAU Unveils New Flagship Store

181 Madison Avenue 181 Madison Avenue, New York City, United States
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Join us to inaugurate our new Poltrona Frau Flagship Store at 181 Madison Avenue (corner of 34th street).
Come to discover the 2024 Imagine collection.

Kindred Spirits: Joan Miró and Alexander Calder

Opera Gallery New York 791 Madison Avenue, New York City, United States
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Opera Gallery New York presents "Kindred Spirits: Joan Miró and Alexander Calder," on view from May 2-June 8, 2024. Join ARTnews and Madison Avenue’s galleries for our Madison Avenue Spring […]

Kindred Spirits: Joan Miró and Alexander Calder

Opera Gallery New York 791 Madison Avenue, New York City, United States
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Opera Gallery New York presents "Kindred Spirits: Joan Miró and Alexander Calder," on view from May 2-June 8, 2024. Join ARTnews and Madison Avenue’s galleries for our Madison Avenue Spring Gallery Walk on Saturday, May 18.

Fortune Favors the Bold: DWR Presents Heller Past and Present

DWR East 57th Street Studio 957 3rd Ave, New York City, United States
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DWR and Heller have collaborated on a retrospective exhibit to celebrate the launch of the new Fortune Chair by JUMBO for Heller available exclusively at DWR. The exhibit will be on display at DWR East 57th Street and feature iconic pieces from Heller's portfolio along with the Fortune Chair.

Poggenpohl Open House

Poggenpohl Soho Kitchen Studio 138 Greene St, New York City, United States
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On May 18, Poggenpohl invites design professionals to the NY SoHo flagship showroom for a trade only event to browse the best in modern European kitchen architecture amid two floors of luxury interiors.
Refreshments will be served.
This event is dedicated to the Trade.

SWADOH: In Praise of the Hand – Artistry & Design

Karen Pearse showroom 284 5th Ave, New York City, United States
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An anagram of ‘shadow’, SWADOH is driven to shine a light on exceptional French creators and artisans with the highest level of craftsmanship dedicated to the world of interior design. Join us for an in-person presentation and demonstration of their savoir-faire.

FAD Market

The Invisible Dog Art Center 51 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, United States
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Explore New York City's emerging designers at FAD Market’s NYCxDESIGN pop-up in Boerum Hill's Invisible Dog Art Center. Discover 50+ makers pushing boundaries in home furnishing, tableware, and beyond.

Green Open House

Brooklyn Navy Yard Bldg 77 141 Flushing Ave, Building 77, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Immerse yourself in green design and meet business innovators pushing forward green industry.

SoHo Design Day – Original BTC

Original BTC Soho Showroom 56 Greene St, New York City, United States
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SoHo Design Day (daytime event) which is open to the public celebrating NYCxDESIGN. We will be showcasing new products and serving refreshments.

AIGA NY and Industry City Art and Design Studio Tours

Industry City 254 36 Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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As the 2024 NYCxDESIGN Festival attracts thousands of industry professionals to the city, AIGA NY has teamed up with Industry City for a guided tour of its Studios and Makers. […]

Get embroidered with Naturepedic!

Naturepedic Organic Mattress Gallery Brooklyn 85 N 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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You're invited to Naturepedic's embroidery event during NYCxDesign week. Learn about our GOTS certified non-toxic mattresses, pillows and full line of organic bedding products, plus pick up your complimentary personalized tote bag!

Get embroidered with Naturepedic

Naturepedic Organic Mattress Gallery NYC 245 East 60th, New York City, United States
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You're invited to Naturepedic's embroidery event during NYCxDesign week. Learn about our GOTS certified non-toxic mattresses, pillows and full line of organic bedding products, plus pick up your complimentary personalized tote bag!

Failing Forward from Unwanted Design

Brooklyn One Productions 51 35th St Building 5, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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As designers and business leaders, we constantly encounter failure as a natural part of the development process in addition to our own personal growth. Join us at Industry City for a sharing of failures to find inspiration in these moments and ways to embrace more failures to come in the pursuit of creating meaningful products for a better world.

Ateliers Courbet Gallery Tour

Ateliers Courbet 134 10th Avenue, New York City, United States
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Ateliers Courbet is a contemporary design gallery with a curatorial focus on craftsmanship, representing designers, artists, and artisans worldwide. The tour, hosted by gallery director Amelia Critzer, will highlight French design and craftsmanship, featuring designers from emerging to established careers, and will delve into traditional French craftsmanship, including the work of the esteemed Ateliers Saint Jacques.

Colorful 2024: A Full Palette of Winners

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Ahead of this year’s COLORFUL competition, we’re sitting down with a panel of previous winners and finalists to learn about the wonderful directions of their careers, creative insights and inspirations, and the importance of representation in the creative industry.

Taste of Made in NYC

Brooklyn Navy Yard Bldg 77 141 Flushing Ave, Building 77, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Support your local entrepreneurs in this one-day-only event that features food and beverage makers and artisans spanning categories such as jewelry, home goods, and beyond.

Mud Talks: The Retail Renaissance Fostering Community and Conscious Consumption

Café Kitsuné 112 Bond St, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Please join Mud Australia, the porcelain homewares brand with a penchant for color and craftsmanship, for its Mud Talks: The Retail Renaissance Fostering Community and Conscious Consumption on Saturday, May 18th at Café Kitsuné. Moderated by Brooklynite and Executive Editor of ELLE Decor, Ingrid Abramovitch, this lively panel will bring together notable voices from the Atlantic Avenue design community including Shelley Simpson, Founder and Creative Director of Mud; Michele Varian, Designer and Founder of Michele Varian Shop & Design and Sarah Zames, Founder and Principal of the design firm General Assembly and Co-Founder of Assembly Line to discuss the area’s thriving creative scene and the current landscape for independent retailers, making a compelling case to shop local for stronger communities and a more sustainable future.

Panelists:
Shelley Simpson, Founder & Creative Director, Mud Australia
Michele Varian, Designer & Founder, Michele Varian Shop & Design Studio
Sarah Zames, Founder & Principal, General Assembly and Co-Founder, Assembly Line

Combray: New collection launch / Dance performance

Home Studios Inc. 873 Broadway Suite #301, New York City, United States
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Combray invites you to discover their new collection in a unique scenography which combines design, textiles and dance. Guests are welcome to stay for drinks and engaging conversations after the show.

Public Art Reveal

Brooklyn Navy Yard Bldg 77 141 Flushing Ave, Building 77, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Be the first to see the Yard's newest public art installations exploring the theme of transformation and community.

WAY OF LIVING

BOFFI Soho 31 1/2 Greene street, New York City, United States
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Boffi|DePadova proudly narrates its story via the offering of interior systems with a comprehensive point of view, conveyed with a unique language that communicates simultaneously a visual and tactile aesthetic. […]

Kasthall x David Weeks Studio

Kasthall Showroom 29 Howard St, New York City, United States
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Join us for an aperitif to celebrate the debut of SCOPO; a new sculptural lighting fixture by internationally-renowned design practice David Weeks Studio. Shown exclusively at Kasthall’s Flagship showroom, meet founder David Weeks and experience the mesmerizing, sculptural lighting pendant for the first time.

Modus10 / Rolf Benz Flagship Store

Modus10 Showroom 7 Wooster Street, New York City, United States
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Modus10 / Rolf Benz Flagship Store invites you to view our new exhilarating display of Rolf Benz's latest models along with selected products from Freifrau and Leolux. We also invite you to view our exhibit of fine art from renowned artists.

Products of Design, LIVE!

Javits Center 429 11th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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Experience a recreation of the most comprehensive graduate product design program imaginable...Live!

Re-Craft

Javits Center 429 11th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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In Re-Craft project, Bo led his traditional craft artist friends to show the public new furniture, home decor and accessories. What's amazing is that they perfectly integrate the traditional craftsmanship with thousands of years of history and modern design concepts, making the traditional craftsmanship once again brilliantly presented to the contemporary public. The public sees that the artworks are no longer old objects, but brand new artworks that contain history, stories, craftsmanship and new contemporary lifestyles.

ICFF

Javits Center 429 11th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) is North America’s leading platform for contemporary furnishing design. ICFF returns to the Javits Center May 19-21 with a more curated, accessible, and interactive approach and celebrates design with exciting new initiatives, thought-provoking programming, and spectacular spaces.

Inside Norway

Javits Center 429 11th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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Inside Norway returns to ICFF 2024 with a curated selection of the best-in-design Norwegian companies on view at ICFF Pavilion Booth 715. Discover how Norway became a world leader in sustainability, functionality, ergonomics and high design.

Italian Pavilion at ICFF 2024

Javits Center 429 11th Ave, New York City, NY, United States
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Welcome to the Italian Pavilion at ICFF 2024! Discover the 30 companies of italian craftamanship and design

Davide Groppi “ACQUA IN BOCCA” | Keep it dark

192 Lexington Ave 192 Lexington Ave, New York City, United States
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Discover a story. A story of light.
Light as an element not only to see, but also to feel. Exploration and authenticity, narration and passion. A work of synthesis that enhances the magic of light.

New Designs at the Vitra Workspace – Opening Reception

Vitra Workspace at the Starret-Lehigh Building 601 W 26th St Suite 350, New York City, United States
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Join us for an open house reception at Vitra's Workspace in the Starret-Lehigh Building. Showcasing new design launches along with light bites & drinks.

APPARATUS NEW YORK : Scene Change : Gallery Preview

APPARATUS 124 West 30th Street Floor 4, New York City, United States
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GALLERY PREVIEW
As part of Scene Change 2024, the newest manifestation of the studio’s ever-changing New York City Gallery, APPARATUS will debut the reimagined CYLINDER SYSTEM, which evolves the functional Cylinder Series first debuted in 2014, to a customizable modular program. This launch is the first of a series of additions to the existing catalog to be released in 2024 and 2025.

aspire Design Tour Harlem

HomeToHarlem 246 Malcolm X Boulevard, New York City, United States
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Experience the vibrant fusion of design and culture in the heart of Harlem with the inaugural aspire Design Tour Harlem 2024.

“Modernism, Inc: The Eliot Noyes Design Story” Screening Event

Brooklyn One Productions 51 35th St Building 5, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Join IDSA NYC in Industry City for an exclusive screening of the documentary Modernism, Inc: The Eliot Noyes Design Story. We will be joined by the Director, Producer, and writer of the film, Jason Cohn, who will be answering questions from the audience after.

ODE TO NYC

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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NYCxDESIGN invites you to experience the joy and possibilities of New York City through the eyes of leading and emerging designers with An Ode to NYC. This poster series taps […]

Designing for the Future

Bang & Olufsen Soho 121 Spring Street, New York City, United States
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Bang & Olufsen presents an evening exploring the "Timeless Design and Innovative Technology" - highlghting longevity of both new and legacy products.

Uhuru Design Exhibition Launch Party

ESSX NYC @ The Gift Shop 140 Essex St, New York City, United States
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Join us this Design Week for the launch of our pop-up exhibition at ESSX NYC. Our launch party will be on Sunday May 19, from 7-9pm at ESSX NYC in the LES, and the exhibition will be on view from May 17-21. RSVP required for the launch party.

X PACIFIC

Times Square Times Square, New York City, United States
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X PACIFIC brings to the fore, 3 individuals from the Asia pacific region from the design streams of fashion, art, and industrial design. From across the globe the discourse of each element of design is taken to the subway street screens and strolls through Times Square onto the streets of Manhattan and into the public realm.

Parsons School Of Design Experiential Exhibition: HOW DO YOU FEEL NEW YORK?

99 SCOTT STUDIOS 99 Scott Ave, Brooklyn, United States
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Parsons School of Design students and faculty host an offsite exhibition capturing New York’s emotions through design and multi-sensorial experiences in space – Unveiling stories through a curated presentation of spatial concepts, speculative prototypes, interactive lights and sounds: All together responding to a curated narrative responding to different states of emotions.

Flooring the Future: Where Design Meets Wood

Allstate Flooring Boutique Showroom 32 West 18th St, New York City, United States
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Welcome to Our Newly Opened Flooring Showroom! Let's Connect and Engage with the Local Community and Designers.

Wellness Design Day

Technogym NY Store 380 West Broadway, New York City, United States
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Join us at Wellness Design Day at Technogym NY store from 3:30pm, offering personalized tours, product experiences, and education on wellness design for architects and interior designers.

Pierre Yovanovitch x Christian Louboutin: Gallery Tour

Pierre Yovanovitch Mobilier 555 W 25th Street, New York City, United States
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On May 20th, discover Pierre Yovanovitch’s latest collection, designed in collaboration with French fashion designer Christian Louboutin, with a special tour guided by Vice President Francesca Falzone Mastrella.

Vision for Visionaries: Design in AR

SVA Theatre 333 West 23rd Street, New York City, United States
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The design industry is being profoundly transformed by Augmented Reality (AR), enabling designers to work with 3D objects in actual space, moving beyond the confines of traditional 2D screens. This […]

SPACIAL Magazine Launch

Lasvit Soho Atelier 51 Wooster Street, 1st Floor, New York City, United States
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The newest of Spacial Magazine, centering around the theme "Journey", makes its debut to Lasvit's atelier.
Please join us and have a look at print version at Lasvit SoHo Atelier throughout our operation hours or during our “Spacial” Prosecco hour. The event takes place on May 20th, between 5-8pm at51 Wooster Street, New York, NY 10013.

Galerie Philia presents “Flâneries”

Philia 90 Morton Street, New York, United States
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Discover 'Flâneries,' a fusion of French elegance and New York vitality in ceramic art by Galerie Philia. Explore the essence of flânerie through diverse techniques, celebrating the vibrant narratives of urban life.

Par Excellence presents “Chromatic” featuring Gregory Lacoua

Par Excellence 344 Bowery, #5, New York City, United States
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Discover first-hand the exceptional work of French designer Gregory Lacoua, in collaboration with Souchet, in crafting the extraordinary 'Imperial Armchair.' Join us at our showroom during this exclusive event to witness this masterpiece and explore the unique creations of all our French artisans.

Downtown Brooklyn Asphalt Art Walk with BOICUT

Willoughby Plaza 11 Willoughby Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Join Downtown Brooklyn Partnership for an engaging walk with Austrian artist BOICUT who will be refreshing the district's extensive network of Asphalt Art with new designs. Learn more about Downtown Brooklyn's Shared Streets, the Asphalt Art program, and explore BOICUT's design and installation in process.

Power of Place – iF Design x designboom (invite only)

Harman / Huemen 19 W. 44th Street 18th floor, New York City, NY, United States
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iF Design- host of the prestigious international design award- will host an early evening exploring the 'Power of Place' with drinks, interdisciplinary design leaders, and a DJ. By invitation ONLY.

Charles Zana and Yann Nury at La Résidence: Open House & Private Tour

La Résidence 132 Crosby Street 12th floor, New York City, United States
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Charles Zana signed the opening of La Résidence in New York, the first physical outpost where Yann Nury's cuisine can be enjoyed in a private immersive environment. The project brings together these two enthusiasts to create a personal space of experimentation and conviviality.

RALPH PUCCI International

RALPH PUCCI International 44 W 18th Street 12th floor, New York City, United States
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RALPH PUCCI presents a new exhibition featuring international designers Xavier Lust, Rebecca Moses, Chris Lehrecke, August Lehrecke, and French photographer Antoine Bootz. Visit the sculpture studio and explore more works by iconic French artists.

Behind the Design: What’s in your hand?

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join us for a conversation & live demo with Creative Director Alexander-John featured on HBO Max "The Hype," join us for a conversation & live demo with Creative Director Alexander-John whose credits include SAKS, Puma, Roc Nation, WWE, Netflix & more.

NYCxDESIGN Awards presented by Interior Design

Penn District 1 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York City, NY, United States
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Now in its ninth year, the NYCxDESIGN Awards recognize exceptional products and projects across a diverse range of design categories, encompassing key areas of creative excellence. Reviewed by a jury […]

Vignelli Legacy: A Celebration at Saint Peter’s

Saint Peter's Church 619 Lexington Avenue, New York City, United States
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A reception celebrating the Vignelli Legacy at Saint Peter’s Church. An accompanying exhibit of Heller products and photos of the Vignellis runs from May 1 through October 11, 2024.

New York School of Interior Design 2024 Thesis Exhibition

New York School of Interior Design Gallery 170 East 70th Street, New York City, United States
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These exhibitions feature the work of NYSID BFA and MFA candidates who completed their thesis projects in December 2023 and May 2024, and MPS advanced studio projects. Graduating student projects […]

Breakfast: Invisible Collection presents “House of the New French Aesthetic”

Invisible Collection 24 East 64th Street, New York City, NY, United States
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Invisible Collection is the leading online gallery for discovering iconic designs from the world’s most distinguished talents. We present “House of the New French Aesthetic,” a curated exhibition featuring Thierry Lemaire, Chanel’s Métiers d’art, and the 7L book curation. Experience bespoke creations crafted by the best artisans at our Upper East Side gallery or visit us online at www.theinvisiblecollection.com

Oui Design! x D&D Building: A French Design Showcase

Decoration & Design Building 979 Third Avenue, New York City, United States
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Join Villa Albertine at the D&D Building for a celebration of art de vivre expressed through exquisite French design. Come celebrate the creativity, sophistication, craftsmanship and innovation of French Design through curated showroom open houses, events and a cocktail reception to close out this inspiring day.

Herman Miller ‘Picnic on Park’

Herman Miller 251 Park Avenue South, New York City, United States
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In celebration of the release of this year’s Picnic Poster — and in honor of the annual employee picnics that the posters promoted — Herman Miller's flagship store at 251 […]

The 2024 Cooper Union End of Year Show

The Cooper Union 7 East 7th Street, New York City, United States
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The Cooper Union annual End of Year Show, which is free and open to the public, transforms the school’s classrooms, hallways, and studios into galleries showcasing work from The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture, the School of Art, and the Albert Nerken School of Engineering.

Talent Algorithm Advantage Workshop

Virtual
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The Talent Algorithm Advantage is a workshop that allows us to visually map our unique expertise and serves as a holistic career diagnostic tool, to distinguish where we thrive in our career vs what hinders our growth. This workshop is the first phase of taking ownership of one’s career path, strategically aligning our next steps with your aspirations, regardless of which industry you are in.

DESIGNComm Summit

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join us at the DESIGNComm Summit for business-focused panels and conversations to gain invaluable entrepreneurial expertise and tailored insights from diverse creatives, visionaries, and thought leaders.

Good Design is Sustainable. Great Design Is Responsible.

NYDC 200 Lexington Ave Showroom 710, New York City, NY, United States
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Welcome to Happy Hour refreshments and an insightful panel discussion about the life-cycle of product production focused upon protecting the environment, and supporting wellness in our living spaces/daily life.

Unlocking the Power of Data: Designing for Empowerment

Two-N Inc. 167 Canal Street 2nd Floor, New York City, United States
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Join Two-N and Priyanka Jain (Co-Founder & CEO of Evvy) to discover how smart design transforms data into actionable insights, empowering women to take control of their health and enhance their quality of life.

Architecture Design

9/11 Memorial & Museum 180 Greenwich Street, New York City, United States
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The underlying story of the design and construction of the globally-recognized National September 11 Memorial Museum, dedicated 10 years ago this coming May, is one of resourcefulness, empathy, and commitment […]

LIGHT THAT MOVES DESIGN

iGuzzini Showroom 105 Madison Avenue - Suite 305, New York City, NY, United States
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LIGHT THAT MOVES DESIGN introduces LIBERA and ALLURE, our latest lighting innovations, specifically unveiled for the NYCxDESIGN Festival, promising to revolutionize spaces with sleek design and dynamic performance. Join us for an engaging event at our iGuzzini Showroom, where we illuminate the future of lighting technology and explore endless possibilities.

Color is a Catalyst

Heartwork 29 W 30th Street, Suite 301, New York City, United States
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Round Table Discussion with experts in various fields about how color shifts our experiences and how it expresses emotion and supports intention.

Fix Your Space with Bilal Rehman

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join us for an exclusive conversation and have your home personally critiqued by globally renowned interior designer, Bilal Rehman.

The Business of Design – Behind the Scenes of Successful Design Studios

Galo Space 494 Broadway, Suite 4, New York City, United States
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Whether you are a new freelancer or an experienced agency leader, there are common challenges and opportunities to the business of design. We’ll be sharing frank, behind-the-scenes insights from three top studio leaders on how they launched and grew their studios. We’ll be discussing topics like positioning, pricing and profitability, building client relationships, and maintaining sustainable growth. We’ll have plenty of time for discussion, Q&A and networking with other design business owners.

Sasaki Open Studio

Sasaki 16 Court St Suite 1401, Brooklyn, United States
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Join Sasaki for our New York Open Studio during NYCxDESIGN 2024. Explore Sasaki's integrated practice, our work in New York City, and around the world.

Launching: Studio Zung Home Accents Collection

Studio Zung 41 Grand Street Storefront, New York City, United States
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Studio Zung invites you to immerse yourself in the artistry of living with the launch of our extensive Home Accents Collection. Elevating the sensory experience of your space, we present a harmonious blend of Studio Zung Accent Pillows, Studio Zung Apothecary, and the exquisite ceramic creations of Franca Christophersen, exclusively created for Studio Zung.

Architecture of Light: From St. Peter’s Basilica to Three Modernist Spaces

Saint Peter's Church 619 Lexington Avenue, New York City, United States
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Inspired by Marco Anelli’s photo installation of St. Peter's Basilica (Vatican City) at Saint Peter’s Church (NYC), this lively panel discussion explores light as architecture in three modern spaces: Saint Peter’s Church, Magazzino Italian Art, and Rothko Chapel.

Opening CASA GESSI NY

CASA GESSI NEW YORK 214 Lafayette St, New York City, United States
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Private event for the opening of the new Casa Gessi in New York

Spotlight on Finnish Design Excellence: Consul General’s Residence with Durat & Finarte

Residence of the Consul General of Finland New York City, United States
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Join us for an exclusive evening celebrating the pinnacle of Finnish design at the Residence of the Consul General of Finland in New York during New York Design Week 2024. Immerse yourself in the innovative creations of Durat and the captivating rug collections of Finarte while enjoying authentic Nordic delights.

Aaron Scott Design Open Studio

Aaron Scott Studio 140 Plymouth Street Suite 1A, Brooklyn, United States
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Celebrating 15 years in their Dumbo location, Aaron Scott Studio will be open to the public on May 22nd from 10am to 6pm, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the process and production of the studio's sculpted wood furniture and lighting pieces. There will be an opening reception May 21st from 6-8pm.

ASID NY – TradeSHOW/ SHOWcase + Panel Discussion + Book Signings

ABC Stone - Brooklyn 234 Banker Street, Brooklyn, United States
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Join the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) - New York Metro Chapter for a day brimming with inspiration. Attendees will immerse themselves in the latest design trends and ideas as they weave through a juried selection of ASID NY Metro Designer projects and captivating product and material displays by premier manufacturers—all set against the backdrop of ABC Stone’s exquisite global inventory.

The tradeSHOW and designer SHOWcase will be complemented by an array of engaging activations including exciting book signings, a lunch, a thought-provoking panel discussion illuminating best practices for designer product collaborations, delightful cocktails, and more.

Open Day: Product Role in Sustainability and Inclusion

PBA Showroom 171 Madison Avenue, New York City, United States
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Open Day at pba showroom articulated in 3 moments in which Inclusivity and Sustainability will be the main themes: WORKSHOP on how products can address sensory sensitivity - inclusion. TALK on how door hardware can integrate Inclusivity and Sustainability. HAPPY HOUR

Making New York Safer for Birds: The Impact of Bird-Friendly Design and Legislation

FXCollaborative 1 Willoughby Square, 7th Floor, Brooklyn, United States
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Each year, an estimated 250,000 birds are killed after colliding with buildings in New York City. This event will bring together architectural, conservation, and materials and manufacturing perspectives to explore findings and lessons learned from applying bird safe design principles to the built environment, including on projects designed under Local Law 15 of 2020.

“Acquired! Shaping the National Design Collection” Exhibition + Panel Discussion

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum 2 E 91st St, New York City, United States
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Held in conjunction with the exhibition “Acquired! Shaping the National Design Collection,” this panel discussion will explore the ways in which collections–both personal and institutional–express value systems, mark cultural shifts, and provide frameworks for organizing, understanding, and critiquing complex ideas as they are expressed by objects.

Diverging paths: A conversation between five friends about design

CannonDesign 300 East 42nd Street, New York City, United States
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Join us for an engaging discussion that delves into architectural design through the lens of five distinguished architects — and friends. Part reunion, part retrospective, their stories will reveal the architect’s journey in finding inspiration, forming a perspective on design and delivering beauty in function and form to the built environment.

Get Smart: Embracing Smart Technology in Design

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join us for a riveting panel discussion on the synergy between smart technology, interior design, and product design. Award-winning product and interior designer Karim Rashid will share his insights on […]

Design for a Regenerative Future

Makerspace NYC at the Brooklyn Army Terminal 140 58th St Building B Unit 1C, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Meet the folks creating the circular economy today who are working at the edges of ClimateTech and Design. Attend to learn about emerging innovation opportunities and how organizations are adapting to the climate era.

WHO IS NYC FOR?

ThoughtMatter 19 West 24th St 5th Floor, New York City, United States
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Join us for an immersive studio experience questioning NYC systems and shortcomings.

Design + Fabrication Tours + Special Robot Demonstrations

Eventscape NYC 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, United States
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Register to join a Design + Fabrication Tour + Special Robot Demonstrations of Eventscape NYC on Wednesday May 22, 5:30 to 6:30pm or Thursday May 23, 5:30 to 6:30pm

Discover how Eventscape, an award-winning architectural fabricator, works with the latest technologies and materials to create custom design features. Christian Brennan, Manager will lead a tour of Eventscape’s state-of-the-art studio in Long Island City and discuss how Eventscape’s diverse team can collaborate on your architectural vision from-start-to- finish, using any material, at any scale, to build the extraordinary®.

Lilach Forges of Procode-Dress.com will also lead a special demonstration of innovative methods for 3D printed garments with robotic arms.

Tour Space is Limited: Register as soon as possible at
https://eventscape.com/tour-eventscape-NYCxDesign-2024 or contact [email protected] for more information.

G&A Design Lab: Open House and Round Table

G&A 141 West 28th Street, New York City, United States
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Let's have a dialogue around media within physical environments, and blurring the line for the visitor. With the help of our architectural partners and the work that we develop in our design lab, we are pushing the idea of immersive experiences forward.

End User – Why we have to move on from user-centered design

DesignStudio New York 5-26 46th Avenue Floor 3, Long Island City, United States
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User-centric thinking has been intrinsic to many design processes for decades, but at what cost? What would brands and systems look like if our industry designed for broad communities rather than just individuals? DesignStudio hosts a panel featuring Ritesh Gupta of Useful School, and others, to unpack the limitations of user-centered design and explore how pivoting towards community-centric design can serve more diverse audiences for the benefit of us all.

Architecture as Applied Utopias: From Planetary to Personal Systems

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) Architecture Firm 45 Main St #9 suite 900, Brooklyn, United States
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The New York Tech School of Architecture and Design (SOAD) and the renowned Architecture firm BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) are partnering in the endowed Tommaso and Franca Chieco Dean’s Atelier Studio with an experimental student-led Thesis research project. The work showcased explores possible new territories across scales and disciplines while merging academia and the profession of Architecture. Renewed proactive utopias generate integrated space that fosters sustainable processes of environmental and cultural transformations.

Dumbo x Design

Superfine 126 Front Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
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An annual celebration of design companies in Dumbo, across all industries. DJs, drinks on the house & an impressive roster of Dumbo designers!

Design the life you want: Risk, reward, and reinvention

Samsung 837 837 Washington St, New York City, United States
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Join us for a candid and transformative evening with Karleen Roy, creator and Founder of The Vanity Group, as we close out NYCxDESIGN Festival, New York City’s official celebration of design. This intimate affair will include a fireside chat with Roy and art curator and writer Kimberly Drew as they unlock the tools to become the main character of your life by exploring the themes of risk, reward, and reinvention.

Music by DJ PeeWee.

Design and Careers: Leveling up in the Design Industry

Voorhees Theater City Tech 186 Jay Street, Brooklyn, United States
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Join IDSA NYC and WID NYC for an afternoon of insights & inspiration as we bring together a panel of talented individuals who have made a name for themselves in design. From those just starting out to those who have been in the game for years, our panelists will share experiences, challenges, and tips for levelling up your skills and achieving success in the field.

The Front Presents: Micah Rosenblatt Design

The Front Gallery 131 Chrystie St., New York City, United States
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The Front Gallery is pleased to present selected works by Micah Rosenblatt, a Brooklyn-based metal worker and experimental furniture designer. This collection explores the convergence of artifact and metropolis through delicate linework and heavy volumes.