NYCxDESIGN is guided by core values of community, creativity, inclusivity, diversity, and sustainable design for the greater good. Beyond our annual Festival, our year-round programming provides a platform for NYC’s diverse design talent, from students and emerging designers to seasoned professionals. Each program fosters connection, education, and inspiration, empowering the next generation to use design as a powerful tool for positive impact and addressing the world’s most pressing needs.

School of Constructed Environments End of Year Exhibition 2025

Parsons School of Design Parsons, The New School, Starr Foundation Hall University Center, UL102, 63 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, United States

The School of Constructed Environments is proud to highlight graduating students’ work and achieve­ments across interior design, architecture, product/industrial design and lighting. This year we welcome all to join us in person to enjoy the creativity, intelligence, and heart of the class of 2025.

Pop-Up Exhibition at the Payne Whitney Mansion

Villa Albertine 972 5th Ave, New York City, France

On May 15, the festival begins for the first time with a daylong pop-up exhibition (11 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Villa Albertine's historic Payne Whitney Mansion. Brooklyn­ based French creative director Aurore Vullierme will transform the mansion's reception rooms into immersive gallery spaces where visitors can meet expert artisans, explore their work, and experience the finest […]

Vitra New Showroom Tours

Vitra Showroom New York 46 Bowery, 3rd Floor, New York, NY, United States

Join us for a tour of the new Vitra showroom in New York, at 46 Bowery. Tours will be led by a local member of the Vitra team along with Nora Klasing, part of the responsible Vitra interiors & scenography team who realized this showroom concept. The following time slots are available, please select in […]

Jan Kath – CYPRINUS 2025

Jan Kath Carpets 514 West 25th Street, New York, New York, United States

THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW CYPRINUS COLLECTION BY JAN KATH FOR 2025.

Rhyme Studio presents “Material Matters; Fiber of the Future”

Victor Gallery 232 East 59th Street, New York City, NY, United States

Material Matters; Fibre of the Future is a landmark design & art exhibition set to launch in New York City for Design Week 2025, presenting international design excellence in innovation, sustainability and wellness.

Artemide Open Studio

Artemide Soho 46 Greene Street, New York, NY, United States

Artemide Open Studio

Longevity: A Panel and Live Guided Immersion on the Future of Hospitality Design – with Design Hotels, Mason Studio, Aman, Othership

Othership Flatiron 23 W 20th St, New York, NY, United States

Longevity is shaping the future of hospitality design, influencing our interactions with spaces, objects, and experiences. Join leaders from Design Hotels, Mason Studio, Othership, and Aman as they discuss science, technology, personalization, and wellness. Participants will experience a transformative guided wellness immersion that unites design, science, and cultural traditions.

The Geometry of Togetherness

Vitra Showroom New York 46 Bowery, 3rd Floor, New York, NY, United States

A sofa isn’t just a place of comfort. It’s a place that invites conversation, reconciliation and togetherness. The sofa is one of the most desired, emotionally resonant and debated pieces of furniture in our home. In a world where loneliness and disconnection continues to rise, reimagining the archetype of the sofa is essential. In conversation […]

The Reveal

Alain Ellouz Paris 51 Hudson street, New York, New York, United States

Experience the luminous beauty of alabaster as Alain Ellouz Paris unveils its new Tribeca showroom. Discover a unique fusion of French craftsmanship and contemporary design during our grand opening on May 15, 2025 - 6 to 8 PM. An immersive celebration of light, texture, and timeless elegance.

Espasso presents: Take A Seat by Carlos Motta

Espasso 38 N Moore Street, USA

An exhibit featuring new pieces and a lifetime of work by renown Brazilian architect and furniture designer, Carlos Motta.

Experience Design Day

Eight Inc. Eight Inc. 80 West 40th Street, BryantPark Studios, 6th Floor, New York, New York, United States

Eight Inc. is a global experience design agency behind some of the world’s most iconic brand moments. This NYCxDESIGN, we’re dedicating a full day to the craft of Experience Design exploring how meaningful, human-centered experiences shape brands. Join us for talks, insights and connections at our studio overlooking Bryant Park.

Tour of Building A at the MADE Bush Terminal Campus

MADE Campus, Bush Terminal 13 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Exclusive tour of the newly completed Building A at MADE Bush Terminal, an adaptive-reuse waterfront campus in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.

Rosie Li Studio: Sculptural Lighting in Progress – Open Studio

Rosie Li Studio 36 Waverly Ave Ste 106, Brooklyn, NY, United States

You're invited to the debut of our newest lighting collection—a series five years in the making!

Inspired by early 20th-century pressed glass, train signal lamps and crystalline forms, the series reimagines industrial materials into prismatic geometries.

Featuring seven new designs, this collection will premiere in our showroom during Open Studio.

SoHo Design Day

SoHo Design District NA multiple, New York, United States

SoHo Design Day is the perfect moment to get inspired by our spectacular showrooms, discover new launches, and connect with the people behind the work. Don't miss our architect panel discussions, open house events, special giveaways and several new product collaborations straight from Salone del Mobile in Milano. Participating members: Amura, Artemide, Design Within Reach, […]

Mindful Materiality: Enhancing Environments through Thoughtful Design

Scavolini SoHo Gallery 429 West Broadway, New York, NY 10012, USA, New York, United States

Join Scavolini on Soho Day Out for Mindful Materiality: Enhancing Environments through Thoughtful Design, a conversation exploring how leading architects leverage materials to shape healthy, meaningful, and eco-friendly spaces. Moderated by Jack Murphy of The Architect’s Newspaper, the conversation includes leaders from vonDALWIG Architecture, 1100 Architect, and Ravi Raj Architect.

Urban Conga: Open Studio

The Urban Conga Studio 200 Morgan Ave STE 01, Brooklyn, New York, United States

The Urban Conga, an award-winning multidisciplinary design studio led by Ryan Swanson and Maeghann Coleman, AIA, is hosting an open studio. Come visit their Brooklyn studio and learn more about their work and process around utilizing play methodologies to co-design multiscale spatial opportunities within our built environment.

Italian Pavilion at ICFF

Jacob Javits Convention Center 429 11th Ave, New York, United States

Experience the best of Italian craftsmanship and design at the Italian Pavilion during ICFF 2025! Join us at the Javits Center in Manhattan from May 18th to May 20thto discover creations from 20 renowned Italian companies. Don't miss out on this celebration of Italian excellence in design.

The Extraordinary Italian Design

Florim Open House - Sensi Terre 277 5th Avenue, New York City, New York

Join us for an Open House at the Florim showroom on May 19 and 20, from 10 AM to 6 PM. Enjoy a curated experience with served breakfast, lunch, and cocktails while exploring our latest collections in a relaxed, inspiring setting. SensiTerre is a newly launched surface collection that reimagines the world of clays by […]

Artful Living

Rottet Collection showroom 29 WEST 30th STREET, 6th Floor, New York, United States

Lauren Rottet, in celebration of NYCxDesign, presents new artfully designed works at her Rottet Collection showroom.

Madera X Zachary A. CrAfter Party

Madera Showroom 909 Broadway, New York City, NY, United States

Come unwind with champagne, nuggets and caviar. Great people, goodies and surfaces you’ll want to touch.

We’re teaming up with Madera to showcase two material-forward launches:

Zachary A.’s Renegade Neutrals – New finish palettes for our sculptural furniture

Madera’s Seamless Wood Design™ – an architectural approach to natural wood surfaces

In Conversation: Longchamp and Thomas Heatherwick Discuss La Maison Unique – When Visionary Design meets Creative Retail

Longchamp SoHo 132 Spring Street, New York, New York, United States

Longchamp CEO Jean Cassegrain and designer Thomas Heatherwick unveil the renovated SoHo boutique, La Maison Unique. This multi-level space blends artistic vision with innovative retail design, featuring bold colors and striking forms. A true New York destination, it offers visitors a one-of-a-kind immersive and creative experience reflecting the brand’s identity.

NYCxDESIGN Tour: Cornell Tech + FDR Four Freedoms State Park

Bloomberg Center Lobby (meeting point) Cornell Tech 2 West Loop Road, New York, NY, United States

Join us for an exciting and educational tour that will take you through two of New York City's most iconic and innovative locations — Cornell Tech and the FDR Four Freedoms State Park on Roosevelt Island.

LIGHT THAT MOVES DESIGN

iGuzzini Showroom 105 Madison Avenue - Suite 305, New York, NY, United States

Join us for LIGHT THAT MOVES DESIGN at the iGuzzini showroom — a unique life event unveiling our latest innovative lighting products. Experience cutting-edge design, immersive displays, and creative inspiration as we celebrate the future of light in motion. Be part of a transformative moment in lighting innovation.

Design Talk – Meet The Authors

Michele Varian Shop 400 Atlantic Ave storefront, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Designer and shop owner Michele Varian will lead a dynamic conversation about the how and why of authoring a design book with a panel of fellow artists and designers: Brownstone Boys, Hilary Robertson, Malene Barnett and Studio DB.

The Future of the Intersection Between Design and Technology

Tata Innovation Center on the Cornell Tech Campus (Room 131) Cornell Tech 2 West Loop Road, New York, NY, United States

Join Jenny Sabin, Chair of Cornell’s Department of Design Tech, for an engaging panel discussion on the future of the intersection between design and technology. In conjunction with the Design Tech Exhibition at Cornell Tech, this talk will explore how emerging technologies are transforming design practices and solving global challenges.

Building Community: Updates on the Upper East Side

220 East 72nd 220 E 72nd Street, New York, NY, United States

Join JG Neukomm Architecture and The Dermot Company for an exclusive tour of 220 East 72nd Street, showcasing innovative architectural renovation that transforms historic buildings into luxury spaces. Following the tour, a panel discussion will explore the creative and technical challenges of adaptive reuse in New York City.

Patricia Urquiola Presents The Small Hours

Salvatori 102 Wooster Street, New York, New York, United States

Salvatori Introduce the Small Hours collection to the US market and highlight partnership with top designer Patricia Urquiola.

DUMBO Design District Walking Tour

Starts and ends at Hudson Wilder 142 Plymouth Street, Brooklyn, United States

Event Title: DUMBO Design District Walking Tour

Overview:
Experience the industrial charm of Brooklyn’s DUMBO Design District on an exclusive walking tour. Enjoy an intimate celebration of the neighborhood’s historic architecture and curated design boutiques, where legacy meets contemporary aesthetics.

Event Highlights:
• Architectural Discovery:
Stroll along Belgian brick streets where historic warehouses blend with modern architectural forms.
• Boutique & Gallery Visits:
Meet the founders behind select home goods stores and design galleries showcasing refined furniture, lighting, ceramics, and decor—each reflecting DUMBO’s creative spirit.
• Elegant Exchange:
Conclude your tour with a relaxed conversation at Hudson Wilder, the hybrid design studio–showroom–café, where insights and observations from the tour are shared.

Additional Details:
• What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes, a camera or smartphone for discreet snapshots, and an appreciation for refined design.
• Accessibility:
The route is moderately accessible. Please advise us at registration if you require any specific accommodations.

DUMBOxDESIGN OPEN STUDIOS

Dumbo, Brooklyn 45 Main Street, Brooklyn, United States

Pop into some of Dumbo's most exciting Design Firms - from BIG to Henrybuilt - furniture makers, interior designers and many more - for DUMBOxDESIGN Open Studios. See website for the final listing. Locations include: 45 Main Street, 55 Washington Street, 68 Jay Street, 20 Jay Street and various other buildings.