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.

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This summit brings together designers, artists, and tech pioneers from across Asia, North America, and beyond. Through exhibitions, panels, and workshops, it explores how cultural heritage and emerging technologies can shape the future.

From traditional tea ceremonies to AI-driven brand innovation, and from cross-cultural healing art to sustainable design, the event bridges continents and disciplines. Highlighting the global reach of Chinese culture and brands, the series amplifies Asian creativity in design and cultural exchange.