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.
Parsons Festival is an annual event series that showcases the creative and intellectual achievements of Parsons School of Design graduating students—a diverse and talented group of artists, designers, architects, photographers, filmmakers, technologists, scholars, and strategists—to the campus community and the greater public here in New York City.
For the first time in years, Design Pavilion, New York’s premier public design exhibition, will coincide with NYCxDESIGN, presenting an immersive, interactive experience in partnership with luxury automotive brand Lexus. "Lexus Ambiance" will offer visitors a glimpse into the future of design and interactivity, allowing them to create their own personalized environments using light as […]
The One Club champions the global creative community throughout the calendar year, with efforts culminating in the celebration of Creative Week, held annually in May in New York City.
Union Square Partnership (USP) is pleased to present the 5th 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.
PELLE’s May exhibition continues the ongoing visual and material exploration
between seemingly isolated acts—drawing, painting, and design.
For the occasion, ITA’s historic townhouse at Madison Avenue and 67th Street will be transformed into a captivating Italian home, featuring more than 100 pieces from over 40 Italian furniture brands. A floral design theme will connect every corner, expressing Italy’s deep ties to beauty, hospitality, and nature. At the heart of Italy on Madison […]
AI is Reshaping Creativity. The future of creativity is being written in real-time, and AI is at the center of the transformation. For agency founders, CCOs, and creative leaders, the challenge isn’t just about using AI—it’s about hiring for it, integrating it, and leveraging it to future-proof your business.
The D&D Building’s annual Spring Market is the premier destination for leading interior designers, architects, luxury home builders and landscape architects to come together with industry leaders and world-class brands in the luxury home furnishings industry for a full day of inspiration, education, and networking, while discovering new and noteworthy collections. Spring Market is exclusively […]
The New York City Department of Transportation is partnering with The Municipal Art Society (MAS) and The Bronx Museum for an all-day event fostering environmental stewardship, community engagement and civic art appreciation celebrating the historic Grand Concourse in the Bronx on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 from10:00 to 3:00 pm.
OPEN GALLERY
Giopato & Coombes launches Scarabei, a series of light fixtures in cast aluminum at GARDE NYC. Come see the collection consisting of chandeliers, wall sconces and table lamps. Cocktail with the designer on Monday, May 19 from 6-8. Please rsvp to [email protected]
THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW CYPRINUS COLLECTION BY JAN KATH FOR 2025.
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.
The NoMad Design District will be a hub of energy and inspiration, featuring several new showroom openings and special events. Many brands will also debut new collections fresh from Salone. NoMad invites visitors and industry insiders to explore fresh ideas, discover new resources, and engage with the future of design.
For over a decade, Coca-Cola Global Design has partnered with renowned photographers Guy Aroch and Anna Palma to craft visual stories that have shaped culture and left an indelible mark on the brand’s creative legacy.
Rêverie by
Elsa Foulon
NYCxDESIGN Festival
Galerie PHILIA is proud to present Rêverie, an enchanting exhibition by contemporary designer Elsa Foulon, showcasing her groundbreaking ceramic creations during New York Design Week.
The title *Rêverie*, meaning "daydream" in French, perfectly captures the essence of Elsa Foulon’s work. This exhibition invites viewers to step into a dreamlike world where organic forms and sculptural beauty come together, blurring the line between art and design. Through *Rêverie*, Elsa explores the beauty of the fleeting moment, inviting contemplation on the delicate balance between thought and creation. The soft, flowing lines of her ceramics are not merely objects—they are meditations on space, light, and texture.
Reverie is an invitation to lose oneself in the dreamlike realm of Elsa Foulon’s ceramics, where contemporary design meets timeless craftsmanship.
Join us this NYCxDESIGN Festival for an experience that merges art, light, and form in a celebration of the beauty found in the organic and the unexpected.
Emily Thurman, the Salt Lake City–based interior designer, is pleased to present Hundō, her first-ever collection of furniture, lighting, and sculptural objects. Thurman’s line of collectible design marks a stunning debut from one of the industry’s fastest-rising talents, exemplifying an honest and craft-forward approach to creation and collaboration.
Eco-friendly design from Estonia and chic jewelry from Ukraine.
Pop-up shop, fashion performance, design talks with Estonian and Ukrainian designers. Opening event May 16, 6 pm
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.
Here Today- is a multi-department showcase featuring work from the MFA Interaction Design, Products of Design, and Design for Social Innovation programs at the School of Visual Arts. Explore graduate projects on the ground floor, then visit each department for open studios and special projects in collaboration with industry partners.
Introducing Chelsea Design Night, the inaugural open-house event bringing together Chelsea’s leading design galleries. Coinciding with NYCxDesign, this event will take place on May 15, 2025, from 5-8 p.m., featuring open hours at Dobrinka Salzman Gallery, Friedman Benda, Bossa Furniture, Atelier Courbet, ETĒLINE, Artemest Galleria, and Pierre Yovanovitch Mobilier.
What Comes After No One? Future Artifacts for a Final Generation presents artists and designers exploring a speculative world where microplastic pollution has made human procreation impossible. Through art, design, and creative technology, they interrogate the aesthetic, material, and emotional consequences of extinction, adaptation, and the limits of human ingenuity.
Join us at DesignStudio New York during NYCxDesign Week for a conversation at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture.
In conjunction with Uprise Art's exhibition 'In Soft Motion', artist Arlina Cai will lead a guided meditation and speak in conversation with Curatorial Director Hannah Antalek.
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.
Pratt Shows are public exhibitions and presentations by Pratt Institute’s graduating students in 30+ different fields, now through May.
Tuleste Factory transforms Spring Place’s iconic red room into an immersive portal of color, material, and form. Featuring works by Alex Kuznetsov, Bert Furnari, Courtney Kinnare, Facture, Ian Alistair Cochran, and Jerry Ross Barrish. Crimson Vortex invites visitors into a living fantasy where retro nostalgia converges with futuristic ease. Saturated in deep crimson tones, subtle […]
MUJI is proud to present the work of renowned miniature photographer and mitate artist Tatsuya Tanaka in the ‘small MUJI’ exhibition, making its debut in the United States at NYCxDESIGN. The exhibition will be on display at MUJI’s flagship location at 575 Fifth Avenue beginning Friday, May 16.
NYCxDESIGN invites NYC high school students to tour NYC's top design colleges and view their end of year exhibits. Each college is preparing their own tour that shows the college and the end of year student exhibits.
Guests are invited to explore Powerhouse Arts (PHA), the leading fine art fabrication facility in NYC that convenes and connects artists to each other and vital resources to advance their creative practice. PHA President Eric Shiner will pull back the curtain on how art is fabricated in the hive of workshops dedicated to ceramics, print, and more, while architects Philip Schmerbeck of Herzog & de Meuron and Jim Seger of PBDW will speak to the extraordinary transformation of the historic power station.
Join Surfaces & Co. on May 16th for an exclusive unveiling of "Jardin Éternel", the latest Mosaique Surface collection. Explore exquisite mosaics, network with design professionals, and enjoy drinks, bites, goody bags, and surprises. Free with RSVP.
Opening at Galerie Santangelo in Chinatown, Songs of a Decoy presents the work of 5 emerging artists in their NYCxDESIGN debut. From within the simulacrum of a New England forest landscape, hollow boulders and canned alpine breeze invite a reflection on the histories and mythologies embedded in American domestic space.
Johnnie Walker showcases its spirit of innovation in an exhibition entitled OUT OF THE BLUE: Glass, Craft, and the Future of Johnnie Walker Blue Label that celebrates Ultra, the world’s lightest whisky bottle. The exhibition will feature collaborations by creatives who have been inspired by the iconic whisky.
Lawson-Fenning presents Agapanthus Collection by interior designer Josh Greene, alongside new works from Devin Wilde and Addison Woolsey, and a new lighting collection from O&G Studio.
For over a decade, Coca–Cola Global Design has partnered with renowned photographers Guy Aroch and Anna Palma to craft visual stories that have shaped culture and left an indelible mark on the brand’s creative legacy. Now, for the first time, the vault is opening—unveiling an all-new exhibit that celebrates the synergy between Coca–Cola and these […]
Join MIOS for an open studio during NY Design Week. Explore new sculptural lighting pieces that merge fine art, material experimentation, and modern design—offering a glimpse into the process and philosophy behind a bold new design language.
The Infinite Weaving Art and Design Festival is curated by NotYetArt (NYA), global art and design co-creation community. Combining both physical and digital experiences, the festival breaks down the boundaries of medium and space, presenting a multi-dimensional exploration of future art, design, photography and cultural connections. Physical gallery Artists: Si (Sea) Chen Feiyu (Haler) Feng […]
Elements in Flux is a multidisciplinary art and design exhibition at the Peterson House that connects the Five Phases of Chinese philosophy with sustainability. It fosters cross-cultural dialogue on ecology, resilience, and the interdependence of nature and humanity.
Guests will learn about the art and architecture of the Hudson Yards campus, directly from the Hudson Yards Brand Ambassadors. Guests will be taken on a walking tour of the campus to learn about original lobby art, the inspiration behind Vessel and the neighborhood landscape.
Fallingstar is a dynamic design collective rooted in New York City, where artists and designers converge to craft luxurious, art-centered wallpaper, textiles and more. Our ethos revolves around the belief that collaboration across diverse disciplines and backgrounds yields exceptional and exciting outcomes.
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.
A show of work by recent RISD Alumni in New York City. Through furniture, objects, and textiles, recuperated and repaired materials are the basis of the work. We center repair and reclamation, acts of extension and continuation, as fundamental ethos for creating new work in today’s materially-congested world.
To celebrate NYCxDesign, showrooms and galleries located on Mercer Street, between Grand and Canal and surrounding blocks, will host open studios.
Participating brands include Orior, Amelie du Chalard, BDDW, Calico Wallpaper, Henrybuilt, Kasthall, Roll & Hill, and Uprise Art.
Showrooms will feature product launches, design collections and site-specific installations.
Join Teak New York for an evening celebrating the next wave of Scandinavian design. We’re welcoming three visionary brands—Kalager, Transparent, and Layered—into our collection, each offering a fresh, elevated perspective on form, function, and materiality. Expect sculptural silhouettes, tactile finishes, and timeless pieces designed to live beautifully in modern spaces. 🖤 Nordic bites by Falu […]
SPRING DESIGN SHOWCASE features Baltic and Nordic designers who work with upcycling, recycling, and sustainability. At 10:30am, Reet Aus and Eva-Karlotta Tatar will each lead hands-on design fabrication workshops. A panel discussion at 2pm will discuss themes related to the UN’s sustainable Development Goals. Design wares are available for sale.
On Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, design is for everyone. Step inside our stunning storefronts to meet designers of jewelry, furniture, fragrances, apparel, lighting, florals, wallpaper, ceramics, furniture, art, and more. Stretching through the iconic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Boerum Hill, Atlantic Avenue is a hub for design.
FAD Market is excited to bring its annual NYCxDESIGN pop-up to St. Paul in Cobble Hill! Set inside a beautifully restored landmark built in 1838 by renowned architect Gamaliel King, this stunning space—filled with natural light and historic stonework—provides the perfect backdrop to discover fresh talent and shop directly from independent designers.
Join us in celebrating New York’s vibrant design scene with a lineup of cutting-edge designers and makers redefining home furnishings, tableware, apparel, jewelry, and more. As part of NYC’s official design festival, we’re bringing together over 50 talented creatives, offering a curated selection of must-see designs. For more information, visit www.fadmarket.co.
A sensory tea ritual experience blending traditional tea culture with design and mindfulness practices, promoting emotional balance, artistic appreciation, and intercultural connection.
Industry City Open Studios is a celebration of the hundreds of artists, makers, and artisans. Enjoy the day visiting studios and exploring the campus!
SAFAVIEH SOHO FREE RUG GIVEAWAY AND OPEN HOUSE
Join the Brooklyn Navy Yard – a dynamic epicenter of innovation – for its annual Design Day. This year, the event highlights robotics, engineering, technology, and creative companies marrying art and industry. Step into cutting-edge design studios, checkout demonstrations, shop local, and stay late for a public art reveal.
The opening night of NSWF (Nails Set the Weak Free), a social impact experience debuting in New York, NY.
Villa AM the brainchild of Salon Design founder Amanda Pratt, unveils its inaugural sculpture garden installation with Artifacts, an evocative presentation curated by Cola Studios. Join us for cocktails in the villa’s courtyard-like garden in the West Village on Saturday April 17th from 2-5 pm.
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.
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.
Hospitality is deeply embedded in Georgian culture, expressed through art, craft, design, music, and local cuisine. This event will showcase how these elements come together to shape a distinct design language in contemporary Georgia.
Join East Fork at its Brooklyn store for Boerum Hill Design Night, highlighting the Matisse Collection during NYCxDESIGN.
Join us for a talk about the timeless allure of Vignelli designed silver pieces. A reception and celebration of an accompanying photo exhibition of Lella Vignelli’s Jewelry for San Lorenzo will follow (open to the public April 9 - July 31, 2025). The reception will include additional silver pieces on display.
This online panel forum explores strategies for Chinese brands to thrive on the global stage, with a focus on navigating the challenges of today’s U.S. market amid escalating trade and tax tensions. Discussions cover market differentiation, smart manufacturing, cross-border marketing, supply chain integration, and effective cultural narratives.
Join INTERNI at ICFF – Javits Center on May 18th (12:00–12:45 PM) for “Cre-Action / Big Italy in New York”, a dynamic talk moderated by Carlo Biasia and featuring Francesca Portesine and Massimo Iosa Ghini. The conversation explores how Italian design merges creativity and action to influence global innovation.
A guided tour of the extraordinary art and architectural features in Grand Central Madison. The NYC x Design Festival participants will hear firsthand from Yaling Chen, Deputy Director, and Bridget Donlon, Manager, about commissioning and installing site-specific artworks, both permanent and temporary, created for Grand Central Madison, and throughout the MTA network.
An immersive evening to unmute the senses
Welcome to BaBoo's intimate Showroom in Tribeca, for a multi sensory journey through the world of slow, soulful design.
Join this online panel forum exploring how generative AI transforms art, design and branding. Discover AI applications in product innovation, cultural revitalization, and interactive experiences. Featuring experts from Tencent, Adobe, PhotoG, Harvard, and MIT, hosted by founder of Edensign, Zhi(George) Zheng.
In NYC, where nearly half of students speak a language other than English at home, The (Little) Language Lab celebrates multilingualism through interactive design. Join us in reimagining literacy spaces as vibrant hubs for community empowerment and cultural exchange.
The annual NYCxDESIGN Student Showcase Night, hosted this year by Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), features presentations from selected design students from The Cooper Union, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York Institute of Technology, Parsons School of Design, Pratt Institute, and School of Visual Arts. The theme of this year’s event is “Perseverance."
In a city like New York, the street is more than a backdrop—it’s an interface. This talk explores how spontaneous urban provocations like serial chalk inscriptions and intrusive Tiktok street interviews act as invitations to engage in public discourse that quickly migrates online. By tracing their digital afterlives, we unpack how they earn virality, build […]
Join BAS Stone at its Long Island City stoneyard for a group show and the unveiling of a special collaboration with Bower Studios
In an era where media distorts political and social views, and misinformation and disunity prevail, how do art and design respond? Forced Perspective explores these questions through a group exhibition of 15 New York-based artists, offering a platform for reflection, resistance, and dialogue amid today's chaos.
The Scandinavian Design Embassy debuts in New York during NYCxDESIGN 2025 with an exclusive event at the Swedish Consul General’s residence. Showcasing five leading brands, the evening highlights new Nordic collections and celebrates sustainable design values. This collaborative initiative promotes Scandinavian design globally through embassy-hosted events across the Nordic region.
Join us online for an info session with program chair Molly Heintz, faculty member Eric Schwartau, and alumni to learn more about MA Design Research, Writing & Criticism, a.k.a D-Crit! Beyond an overview of the one-year MA, we'll talk about the new part-time track and FAQs about applying and scholarship funding.
As artificial intelligence becomes a collaborator, critic, and co-conspirator in the creative process, the role of the designer is rapidly evolving. In this dynamic session, four visionary leaders at the forefront of design and technology will each share short, provocative presentations exploring how AI is reshaping our tools, our aesthetics, and our ethical frameworks. Featuring […]
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.
Join artist Marya Triandafellos and fabricator David Lynshue as they share collaboration tips for artists and fabricators. They retell their collaboration on Born Again Road Kill - figurative sculptures from reclaimed metals found on NYC streets, on display in NYCxDESIGNxSOUVENIR. Learn about effectively collaborating on materials experimentation, problem-solving, and digital fabrication.
Erwan Boulloud’s Touching Time at Twenty First Gallery explores the ephemeral and eternal through exquisitely crafted works inspired by science, mythology, and nature. Blending masterful craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, his pieces reveal intricate patterns, rich narratives, and a deep fascination with time’s ever-evolving imprint.
Part installation, part typographic riot, this is rebellion in ink.
Join us at Thought Matter’s studio on May 20th during NYCxDESIGN Festival 2025 to fight back with type, ink and unapologetic defiance.
Meet the artist and view the new collection. Abby Modell Contemporary Art Glass and showroom tour of Lorin Marsh.
Join the New York Design Center for an inspiring Day of Design in support of NYCxDesign. Enjoy panel discussions, open houses and a day of inspiration from the showrooms of 200 Lex.
M Collection Home + Design is proud to showcase some incredible, unique and innovate design pieces from new emerging designers in the furniture, lighting and art space .
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.
Step inside the vibrant world where art, design and business come together in DUMBO. Join us at the Mark Jupiter manufacturing studio and showroom for an unfiltered conversation among local creators JAM Architecture, artist Lou Venturelli, interior designer Kathy Eisberg and Mark Jupiter himself. They’ll dive into what it takes to build custom work that doesn’t just fill a space but defines a brand.
As artists and makers are increasingly pushed out of residential neighborhoods, this panel discussion will spotlight how design businesses are not only surviving but thriving in DUMBO Brooklyn.
Stick around after the panel for a guided tour of Mark Jupiter’s new 16,000 sq. ft. workshop to see firsthand how craftsmanship and innovation come together.
Celebrate NYCxDESIGN in full bloom with Chilewich. The design company opens the backyard garden of its NYC store and showroom to toast new tabletop textiles developed in collaboration with award-winning photographer Ngoc Minh Ngo, who will be present to sign copies of her new book: Roses in the Garden (Rizzoli).
Join us for an insightful discussion on innovative approaches to representation in architecture. We’ll delve into how art can be a juxtaposition with the formality of traditional drawings. And how these approaches evoke emotion and feelings about the spaces we create.
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