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.

Creative Intelligence

Work & Co Work & Co - 231 Front St., 5th Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11201 231 Front St, NYC, NY, United States

A Trio of Design Talks - Exploring The Art of the Possible with Artificial Intelligence

Sport, Style, & Influence

DesignStudio NYC 5-26 46th Ave, New York, Queens, United States

Join us at DesignStudio New York during NYCxDesign Week for a conversation at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture.

NSWF (Nails Set the Weak Free)

Industry City 254 36th Street Building 2, C244, Brooklyn, NY, United States

The opening night of NSWF (Nails Set the Weak Free), a social impact experience debuting in New York, NY.

Exploring the Timeless: Vignelli Designed Silver

Saint Peter's Church 619 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY, United States

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.

CENSOR THIS! A Design Protest for the Loud, the Banned and the Unafraid.

Thought Matter 19 West 24th Street 5th Floor, New York, NY, United States

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.

The Business of Design: Navigating Change

Squarespace 8 Clarkson Street, New York, NY, United States

Join design leaders Eddie Opara (Pentagram), Julia Zeltzer (Hyperakt), and Peter Kang (Barrel) for a behind-the-scenes look at running a successful design studio. With 20+ years of experience each, they’ll share hard-earned lessons on navigating change, building resilience, and positioning for long-term success in an evolving industry.