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 address the world’s most pressing needs.

Latest Past Events

Inside the Design Studios: Studio DB, Alfredo Paredes, The Brownstone Boys & Steve Cordony

POWERHOUSE Books 28 Adams Street, Brooklyn

Top interior designers, including Studio DB, Alfredo Paredes, The Brownstone Boys, and Steve Cordony—known for their work with high-profile clients—join a panel at POWERHOUSE Books for Dumbo Design Day. Moderated by a leading design journalist, they’ll discuss monographs, running a studio, and the future of interior design.

NYCxDESIGN Keynote: By Design: The Healthy Way of Life

Soho House Meatpacking 29-35 9th Ave Vinyl Room, New York

A well-lived life doesn’t happen by accident — it’s designed. From how we move, to what we eat, to the spaces we escape to, wellness is shaped by the brands, places, and experiences we choose.

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

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.