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.

Meridian Brooklyn

L+R 20 Jay Street 924, Brooklyn, United States

Attention NYC UX/UI, mobile, and digital product designers: Curious about VR, XR, MR, and spatial computing? This event is for you.

Meridian Meetups are global gatherings for mobile app designers and developers exploring the next frontier—spatial computing. Join us at L+R’s Brooklyn studio for the inaugural Meridian Brooklyn, hosted during NYCxDESIGN Festival 2025. It’ll be a relaxed evening of conversation, demos, and networking with others bridging the gap between mobile and spatial design.

We’ll showcase real projects, demo tools like ShapesXR, and invite voices from the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest design and development communities to share insights. Whether you’re actively working in this space or just spatially curious, welcome to all interesed in conversation on how design and development are evolving as we move from 2D experiences to real-world, spatial environments.

Creative Week

The One Club Gallery 450 west 31street 6th floor, NY, NY, United States

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’s Annual 14th Street Mural Installation

14th Street between University Place and Broadway 37 E 14th St, USA

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.

Italy On Madison 2025

Italian Trade Agency in New York 33 East 67th Street, New York, NY, United States

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 […]

Stephanis Sabbe and Dennis Scully Share Stories

FRATO 500 Park Avenue, New York, NY, United States

On Tuesday, May 13, you’re invited to Portuguese contemporary furnishings brand Frato’s beautifully appointed Park Avenue showroom for cocktails and an electrifying conversation between Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully and Nashville-based designer Stephanie Sabbe, who just published her first book, Interiors of a Storyteller.

POLMAR Gallery – The Art of Craft: Redefining Collectible Design

25 Greene Street 25 Greene St., New York, NY, United States

This conversation will explore how contemporary design is bridging the gap between functional craftsmanship and fine art. The panel will discuss the rise of collectible design, the value of handmade and bespoke pieces, and how galleries like POLMAR are shaping a new narrative around interiors as curated spaces

Casa Italiana x Italy on Madison Talk “Where Design meets History”

ITA-Italian Trade Agency 33 E 67th St, New York, United States

INTERNI Magazine TALK at CASA ITALIANA X ITALY on MADISON "Where Design Meets History". On May 14th, as part of the “Italy on Madison” exhibition, the Italian Trade Agency in New York will host a special talk curated by Interni Magazine. Held inside the historic ITA townhouse, the evening gathered internationally renowned designers and entrepreneurs […]

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 […]

Executive AI Creative Summit

The One Club Gallery 450 west 31street 6th floor, NY, NY, United States

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.

Innovations 50th Anniversary

Innovations 979 Third Avenue, Suite 1717, New York, NY 10022, USA

Join Innovations during our Spring Market Open House and celebrate with a toast to our 50th Anniversary. Guests can also explore our new Spring 2025 collection, Grove.

D&D Building Spring Market

Decoration & Design Building 979 Third Avenue, New York, United States

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 […]

Greener Corridors in Action: Planting the Grand Concourse

The Bronx Museum of the Arts 1040 Grand Concourse, The Bronx, New York, United States

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.

ETHAN ALLEN PRESENTS the Art of Modern Elegance

Ethan Allen Design Studio 685 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY, United States

How do we infuse modern designs with a classic sense of chic? By simplifying timeless forms and selecting materials perfectly suited for refined living. See modern made formal using metals and geometric motifs, modern made casual with organic, nature-inspired elements—and preview new products that bring this aesthetic to life.

Co-Designing the Classroom

Pratt Institute, Design Center Gallery

Co-Designing the Classroom explores how involving students in redesigning their school environment can boost engagement and belonging. Over a year, nine children and four adults collaborated on research and design. This exhibit showcases their process, findings, and proposed interventions for creating spaces that foster student belonging.

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.

AMG x MSCHF

MSCHF Studio 62 Bayard St, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA

MSCHF will debut its first furniture collection, developed in collaboration with Mercedes-AMG. Not For Automotive Use repurposes individual AMG car parts as components of furniture design objects. MSCHF’s studio will be opened for a three-day showroom presentation, with a public launch and showings available by appointment only Friday and Saturday.

Here Today: School of Visual Arts- MFA ixD, POD, DSI showcase

School of Visual Art 136 w 21st St, USA

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.

Plain English Design in Conversation with Nicola Harding

Plain English Design 51 E 10th Street, New York, NY, United States

Both British masterminds of characterful, storied spaces—and frequent collaborators—company Plain English Design and designer Nicola Harding share a timeless, well-crafted approach to interiors. Merlin Wright, Design Director of Plain English, joins Nicola Harding in a discussion about their mutual design ethos and the inspiration behind their favorite projects.

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

A Night of Danish Design

Carl Hansen & Søn Flagship Store New York Midtown East 145 E 57th St., USA

Danish Design Icons

Join us at the Carl Hansen & Søn Flagship Store for a festive design celebration of Danish design icons and novelties. Immerse yourself in Kaare Klint’s Spherical Bed and English Chair, crafted according to the finest cabinetmaking techniques, and the ever-iconic Wishbone Chair by Hans J. Wegner.

Chelsea Design Night

555 W 25th 555 W 25th, New York, United States

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.

Design Wonderland Party

Spacestor Design Center 460 Park Ave S Suite 206, New York, NY 10016, USA

A welcoming playscape for experience, wonder and intrigue, Spacestor & The Splash Lab invite you to an unforgettable party to unveil our expanded New York Design Center.

What Comes After No One? Future Artifacts for a Final Generation

Studio Anselm Dastner 618 E 9th St. FRNT 1, New York, NY 10009, USA

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.

Rooftop Celebration of Award Winning Landscapes, by Kalamazoo, Urban Bonfire & ASLA New York

Showroom Rooftop at the A&D Building 150 E 58th St, 11th Floor Ferguson Showroom in the A&D Building, New York, NY, United States

Peruse the winning 2025 Landscape Architecture Design Award Presentations on a beautiful rooftop (and indoor showroom), while enjoying the NYC views, outdoor kitchen displays, and refreshments courtesy of the evening's generous sponsors Kalamazoo & Urban Bonfire.

Representatives from some of the winning design firms will be there to discuss their projects!

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 […]

Sport, Style, & Influence

DesignStudio NYC DesignStudio 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.

Columbus Park Reimagined

Brooklyn Borough Hall 209 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

We propose hosting a dynamic public presentation and discussion at Brooklyn Borough Hall to showcase the transformative vision for Columbus Park. This event will highlight the collaborative process between WXY Studio, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA), and the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership (DBP) in reimagining this vital public space.

ARTISTIC CULINARY EXPERIENCE

ITALKRAFT NY 15 W 20th St, New York, NY 10011, USA

Experience a unique blend of culinary artistry and design excellence at the Italkraft Showroom. Enjoy a curated culinary experience alongside a stunning interior design exhibition, featuring Alvin Wayne and premium brand Sub-Zero, Cove & Wolf. Celebrate NYCxDesign Launch Day in the heart of Manhattan’s Flatiron District.

Artist Talk and Guided Meditation with Arlina Cai

Uprise Art 264 Canal Street #4W, New York, NY 10013, USA

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.

Ochre New Collection Unvieling

Ochre SoHo Showroom 96 Grand St, New York, NY, United States

Join us for an elegant evening at Ochre's new SoHo Showroom, celebrating the kickoff of NY x Design! Be among the first to experience the latest, breathtaking collection from Ochre, all while enjoying delicious food and drinks. Don’t miss out on an evening enjoying the best of design in NY!

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.

NYCxDESIGN Opening Party

The Refinery at Domino 300 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

Join us in celebration of the power of great design at one of the city’s newest architectural landmarks — a masterful fusion of past and present. With sweeping views of Manhattan as your backdrop, connect with New York’s vibrant design community across every discipline. It’s a beloved highlight of the Festival! As the sunset paints […]

Powerhouse Arts Architecture & Fabrication Tour

Powerhouse Arts 322 Third Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

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.

Revealing “Jardin Éternel” – The Newest Collection from Mosaique Surface

Surfaces & Co. 19 West 21st Street Suite 204, New York City, NY, United States

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.

Songs of a Decoy

Galerie Santangelo 112 Madison St Lower Level, New York, NY, United States

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.

ASID NY Presents Screening of “Beyond Zero”: Design’s Power to Shape a Sustainable Future

Angelika Theater East, Theatre #6 181-189 2nd Ave, New York, NY, United States

Join ASID NY Metro for a VIP film screening of Beyond Zero. Discover how Interface's CEO ignited a sustainability revolution. Stay for a thought-provoking panel with industry leaders on design’s role in reversing climate change. Thanks to our collaborators: The Architecture and Design Film Festival, Interface, Vermont Quarries, Alkemis Paint

MIOS: OPEN STUDIO

Untitled Studio Untitled Studio - 5th Floor Pfizer Building 630 Flushing Ave Brooklyn, New York, NY, United States

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.

Infinite Weave Art x Design Festival

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: A Cross-Cultural Dialogue Between Art, Five Phases and Sustainability

Peterson House 16 West 10th Street, New York, NY, United States

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.

Hudson Yards Art and Architecture Tour

Hudson Yards 20 Hudson Yards, New York City, United States

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.

Royère:
Birth of the Polar

Gallery Royère 315 Spring Street, USA

Join us for a celebration of the life and work of Jean Royère, whose visionary influence helped define French decorative arts in the 20th century, and an exploration of the finest French savoir faire that goes into the creation of the Royère collection. May 16, 2-5pm and all week.

The Architecture of Care: The Future of Dental Office Design

One Seaport Plaza 199 Water Street, New York, NY, United States

An intimate and insightful conversation exploring how intentional design transforms the way dental care is delivered, experienced, and perceived. Inviting forward-thinking doctors in dentistry to discuss how to elevate patient comfort, improve workflows, and support long-term business success through design.

Hosted by KAPPLER, global leader in dental interior design.

NYCxDESIGN Keynote: AI: Sci-fi to Society

IBM NYC Flagship Office 1 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States

As artificial intelligence moves from the realm of science fiction into daily reality, how is it reshaping the future of design?

Fallingstar Wallpaper & Textiles Open Studio

Fallingstar 7 W 19th St. Floor 2, USA

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.

Design Sale Event

Stillfried Design Stillfried Design 40 Walker Street, New York, New York, United States

Discover select pieces from TON, E15, OUT, Lampert, and Artisan at Stillfried Design’s NYC showroom. Join us for two afternoons of exclusive design finds at special prices.

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.

Inclusive Technology: Art, Design, and Innovation for Accessible Communities

This panel will explore how inclusive design could leverage minority community well-being. By highlighting the significance of artistic creativity and technology power, the panelists will share their opinions on how art and technology could become a joint force, empowering diverse communities and facilitating social transformation.

Davis Center at the Harlem Meer Tour

Tour Starts at the Dana Center Mid-Park between 106-108 Street, walking access from 110th Street and Malcolm X Blvd The closest subway stop is Central Park North 2 and 3 trains, New York, New York, United States

Join us this spring for a walking tour of the Davis Center at Harlem Meer. Designed by Central Park Conservancy's landscape architects, Susan T. Rodriguez Architecture, and Mitchell Giurgola, the tour explores the restored landscape, green roof, boardwalk, and enhanced access to the park’s natural beauty and waterfront year-round.

Cornell Tech 2025 Startup Awards + Open Studio

Cornell Tech Campus on Roosevelt Island Cornell Tech 2 West Loop Road, New York, New York, United States

Join us at Cornell Tech's Spring 2025 Startup Awards competition, which will include presentations from 10 student team finalists pitching their companies to investors. Five of them will win $100,000.

LIXIL WATER EXPERIENCE CENTER NYCxDESIGN Week

LIXIL WATER EXPERIENCE CENTER 155 5th avenue, New York, NY 10010, USA

Join us at the LIXIL Water Experience Center Open House as we celebrate NoMad's Night Out for ICFF and NYCxDesign Week. Our brand new product & brand experience center in the Flatiron District features our three major US brands, American Standard, GROHE & DXV as well as INAX and Basco.

PORADA USA showroom opening

PORADA 185 MADISON AVE, New York, NEW YORK, United States

Porada opens its new flagship store at 185 Madison Avenue, New York, showcasing iconic pieces like the Infinity table and more. The 450 sqm showroom reflects Italian craftsmanship and caters to North American market trends. This marks a key step in the brand’s international growth and recognition.

Pratt Shows: InfoShow 25

Pratt Manhattan Building 144 West 14th Street, USA

The annual showcase and celebration of School of Information student work. The iSchool offers masters programs in Library and Information Science, Information Experience Design, Museums and Digital Culture, and Data Analytics and Visualization.Organized like a conference, InfoShow25 includes presentations, panels, posters, digital and non-digital object exhibitions, and demos from students.

Celebration Anniversary Tufty Time 20

B&B Italia Madison Ave. flagship Store 135 Madison Ave, New York, United States

To celebrate the 20th anniversary
of one of our best-selling designs,
we’re introducing Tufty-Time 20,
the contemporary evolution of the
iconic modular system designed by
Patricia Urquiola.

Ege Carpets and Muuto NYCxDESIGN rooftop party

Ege Carpets New York (Rooftop) 1151 Broadway Suite 3S, New York, NY, United States

Scandinavian design meets New York spirit - join Ege Carpets & Muuto for a night of beautiful design, play, and rooftop vibes.

The One Show

Cipriani Wall Street 55 Wall Street, New York, NY, United States

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.

Material Matters: A Show of Work by Recent RISD Alumni

7 Lispenard 7 Lispenard St., New York, NY, United States

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.

Giorgetti meets Maserati in NYC

Giorgetti Atelier New York 349 5th Avenue (entrance on 34th Street) - PH, New York, NY, United States

GIORGETTI RENOVATES THE ATELIER IN NEW YORK AND MEETS MASERATI
The Giorgetti Atelier revamps its entire aesthetic for 2025 NYCxDESIGN, transforming into a stunning NYC loft. Just after the Milan Design Week 2025, Giorgetti takes its collaboration with Maserati to New York.

Endless Elegance

ddc Showroom 134 Madison Avenue, New York, New York, United States

Join us after-hours at DDC for an immersive evening of luxury and design. Explore our curated showroom featuring iconic Italian furniture brands while enjoying cocktails, music, and conversation with fellow design lovers. Celebrate NYCxDESIGN in a space where innovation, craftsmanship, and culture meet.

Modern Luxury Interiors Best in Design

Natuzzi Italia 105 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Join Natuzzi Italia and Modern Luxury during NYCxDesign and ICFF for an exclusive evening celebrating the Best of Design, the relaunch of Modern Luxury Interiors magazine, and a special cover reveal. Mingle with top architects, designers, and industry leaders inside Natuzzi’s beautifully curated NYC showroom.

Fireclay Tile: Night Out in NoMad

Fireclay Tile Showroom 26 W 20th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join Fireclay Tile for a champagne toast to celebrate the launch of "Studio Glazes" and updated "Original Ceramic" offerings.

The Five Seasons by Poltrona Frau

Poltrona Frau Showroom 181 Madison Ave, New York, United States

Discover the latest collections from Poltrona Frau, Ceccotti Collezioni, and Cappellini at our Madison Avenue flagship. A celebration of Italian design excellence and craftsmanship, featuring iconic brands and new creations unveiled at Salone del Mobile. Experience the best of Made in Italy during NYCxDesign and ICFF.

Mercer Street Block Party

Orior Showroom 32 Mercer St. Ground Floor, New York City, NY, United States

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.

The Collection Unveiled: Layered, Transparent, Kalager

Teak New York 34 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

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 […]

Big Italy New York – Circuit INTERNI, with NYCxDesign and ICFF Night Out

INTERNI BIG ITALY NEW YORK returns on May 16th with a vibrant citywide celebration of Made in Italy, presented by INTERNI in partnership with NYCxDesign and ICFF Night Out. The curated program includes exclusive talks, events, and store openings across more than 50 Italian design flagships from NoMad to SoHo, highlighting the enduring influence of […]

IDC x Layer Logic: Kickoff Event @ Makelab

Makelab 325 Gold St, 703, Brooklyn, New York, United States

A high-energy kickoff for IDC 2025 and the Layer Logic design competition, hosted by Makelab and IDSA. Connect with last year’s participants, meet this year’s design community, and get the inside scoop on what’s to come. All are welcome.

VERPAN POPup presented by SUITE NY x C SUITE

SUITE NY Showroom 419 Park Ave South 17th Floor, New York, NY, United States

Experience the bold world of Verner Panton as Verpan transforms the showroom of SUITE NY and C SUITE for NYCxDesign. From sculptural forms to saturated color, this immersive installation celebrates the legendary designer’s radical vision, brought to life in New York City for one unforgettable night only.

LAZZONI X Josh Owen

LAZZONI Madison 145 Madison Ave, New York, NY, United States

Renowned designer, educator and author Josh Owen has unveiled a truly unique
creation for Lazzoni: a three-legged chair for relaxation, as elegant as it is innovative. This masterpiece embodies craftsmanship, utility and restraint making it a future collectible.

Kouros x Dezeen – Hug Chair Launch

Spring Place 6 St Johns Ln, New York, NY, United States

Join us to celebrate the launch of Kouros Maghsoudi's Hug Chairs in partnership with Dezeen.

TM Italia NYC Showroom First Look

New York Atelier 20 West 20th Street, Floor 5, New York City, NY, United States

Celebrate TM Italia as the iconic kitchen brand as it opens it's first official showroom in NYC. Set in the heart of the Flatiron Design District, the NYC atelier will feature its newly released collection of bespoke designs fusing Italian craftsmanship and innovation.

SPRING DESIGN SHOWCASE

Scandinavia House 58 Park Avenue, New York, NY, United States

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.

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.

Family Program: Design Around Town

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum 2 East 91st Street, New York, NY, United States

Play some rounds of Design Around Town, an exclusive-to-Cooper Hewitt board game! Invite your family members to come up with creative solutions to design challenges at an ice cream shop, a school, a stadium, and more.

Atlantic Avenue Day of Design

Atlantic Avenue Day of Design Atlantic Avenue, USA

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.

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.

FAD Market

St. Paul 190 Court Street, USA

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.

Factory and Showroom visit

Casa Kids 106 Ferris st. suite 2L, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Visit our factory and showroom.
Casa Kids designs and manufactures high end plywood children's furniture including bunk beds, loft beds, desks and modular storage solutions.

Chinese Tea Ceremony & Music: A Cultural Experience by Design

Teasthetic 89 5th Avenue Suite 701, New York, NY, United States

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

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

Industry City Open Studios is a celebration of the hundreds of artists, makers, and artisans. Enjoy the day visiting studios and exploring the campus!

Brooklyn Made x NYCxDESIGN

Brooklyn Made Store 51 35th street - Industry city Building 5 - Ground Floor, Bklyn, NY, United States

Brooklyn Made x NYCxDESIGN: Open Studios at Industry City showcases Brooklyn’s creative spirit with live demos, workshops, and a special gallery exhibit, *Urban Hieroglyphs: Brooklyn Connection.* Enjoy interactive design experiences, a Vontélle eyewear launch, and a wine and cheese reception. Free and open to all—don’t miss it!

SAFAVIEH SOHO OPEN HOUSE/GIVEAWAY

SAFAVIEH SOHO 150 THOMPSON STREET, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, United States

SAFAVIEH SOHO FREE RUG GIVEAWAY AND OPEN HOUSE

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, […]

Design Day at the Yard

Brooklyn Navy Yard 141 Flushing Avenue Building 77, Suite 801, Brooklyn, NY, United States

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.

Trans x Design: Is Good Design Trans?

Shelter by Afternoon Light at the Starrett-Lehigh building 601 W 26th St, New York, NY, United States

This event will feature a short presentation and panel discussion with three leading trans designers with diverse backgrounds–Sloan Leo Cowan (they/he), Stuart Getty (they), and Joey Zeledón (he/they/she). Moderator Jaime Derringer (she) will guide the conversation on the intersections of trans expression and good design.

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.

Wonderland: Surreal Nail Tales with ACRYLICS

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.

Original BTC Open Showroom

Original BTC

We're thrilled to invite you to the unveiling of our new pendant collection, alongside our recent launches and a fresh brand refresh, at NYCxDesign! Join us on May 17th in collaboration with the SoHo Design District for a day of great drinks, music, and celebration.

Villa AM Garden Party

Villa AM Bethune St, New York, NY, United States

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.

iF Design x COOL HUNTING

Tarform – Brooklyn Navy Yard Studio 299 Sands St. Building 303, Suite 801, Brooklyn, New York, United States

Join iF Design and COOL HUNTING at Tarform’s Brooklyn Navy Yard studio for a tour, discussion about the state of sustainable mobility, and casual drinks—featuring Tarform’s Taras Kravtchouk, iF Design’s Lisa Gralnek, and COOL HUNTING’s Josh Rubin.

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.

Designer Meet & Greet: Alexis Tourron

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

Drop by Vitra's new showroom in New York for a meet and green with Alexis Tourron and to hear about Anagram Sofa. Alexis Tourron (born in France in 1991) met Stefano Panterotto (born in Italy in 1988) while studying at the 'École cantonale d'art de Lausanne' (ECAL) – a university of art and design – […]

DESIGN SUPRA: Stories of Georgian Hospitality

JAMIERI Studios

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.

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.

Thuma ICFF Night Out

Thuma 99 Wooster Street, New York, NY, United States

Join Thuma for ICFF Night Out on Saturday, May 17th from 6:30–9 PM. Enjoy bites, drinks, and a custom home fragrance bar from Brooklyn’s Bios Apothecary. Connect with fellow design professionals and discover the six-star Thuma experience at the brand’s Flagship store at 99 Wooster Street in Soho.

China-US Co-creation: Innovation-Driven Global Strategy for Chinese Design Brands

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.

INTERNI Cre-Action / Big Italy in New York

ICFF, Javits Center, NYC - OASIS 429 11th Ave, New York, United States

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.

Grand Central Madison – A New Landmark and Cultural Corridor

Grand Central Madison LIRR Terminal Madison Avenue from 42nd to 48th Streets, New York, United States

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.

Disability Meets Design: Hack Your Home with Laura Mauldin

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum 2 East 91st Street, New York, NY, United States

A program on tactics and strategies for making our homes more accessible for ourselves and our loved ones. Led by Laura Mauldin, the program includes a presentation followed by a hands-on workshop inviting participants to identify and take action toward making a more accessible world, one home at a time.

How Sensory Design Shapes Inclusive Spaces

ICFF at the Javits Center 429 11th Avenue, New York, NEW YORK, United States

This panel will explore sensory design and how it can transform the interaction between people and the built environment. The discussion will include the benefits of acoustics and color in creating deeper connections between people and their environments.