NYCxDESIGN is driven by core values deeply rooted in community and creativity, always mindful of inclusivity, equality, diversity, sustainability, and regenerative design for the greater good of humanity.

Beyond its annual Festival, NYCxDESIGN’s year-round programming serves as a robust platform for the diverse spectrum of design talent found in New York City. 

Whether showcasing students, emerging designers, or highly decorated professionals across various design disciplines, our programs foster an environment for sharing, educating, learning, and uniting. The overarching aim is to address the pressing needs of our world with attention and care, inspiring the next generation to embrace design as a tool for solving problems and contributing positively to tomorrow’s challenges.

Get Smart: Embracing Smart Technology in Design

Interior Design
Get Smart: Embracing Smart Technology in Design
Partnered with Samsung
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→ Samsung 837
     837 Washington St, New York, NY 10014
 
A riveting panel discussion took place on the synergy between smart technology, interior design, and product design. Starting with an intimate look at powerful smart home technology, presented by Claudia Santos, Product Marketing Director, Connected Home Appliances at Samsung, a discussion was held with Award-winning product and interior designer Karim Rashid, who shared his insights on how technology is revolutionizing the way we live and interact with our living, working, and play environments. Moderated by Executive Director of NYCxDESIGN, Ilene Shaw, this panel discussion explored how smart technology is pushing the boundaries of innovation to seamlessly blend style, sustainability, and functionality. 
Presenter
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Karim Rashid, Award-winning Interior and Product Designer
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Claudia Santos, Product Marketing Director, Connected Home Appliances, Samsung
Moderator
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Ilene Shaw, Executive Director, NYCxDESIGN
Sponsor

Samsung 837

Art x Design
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→ May 16th, 4pm-6pm
→ Museum of Art and Design
 
Technology x Design
→ Talk
→ May 20th, 5pm-7:30pm
→ SVA Theatre
 
Product and Industrial Design
→ Talk
→ May 17th, 6pm-7pm
→ The Celeste Bartos Theater at the MoMA Cullman Education Building
 
Graphic Design
→ Talk
→ May 18th, 5pm-6pm
→ Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Architecture x Design
→ Talk
→ May 21st, 5pm-7pm
→ The National September 11th Memorial Museum