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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Mindful Materiality: Enhancing Environments through Thoughtful Design

Scavolini SoHo Gallery 429 West Broadway street level, new york, NY, 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.

The (Little) Language Lab

Village Works Book Shop 12 St Marks Pl, New York, NY, United States

In NYC, where nearly half of students speak a language other than English at home, The (Little) Language Lab celebrates multilingualism through interactive design. Join us in reimagining literacy spaces as vibrant hubs for community empowerment and cultural exchange.

Spotlight on Scandinavian Design

Reception Residence of the Consul General of Sweden, New York, New York, United States

The Scandinavian Design Embassy debuts in New York during NYCxDESIGN 2025 with an exclusive event at the Swedish Consul General’s residence. Showcasing five leading brands, the evening highlights new Nordic collections and celebrates sustainable design values. This collaborative initiative promotes Scandinavian design globally through embassy-hosted events across the Nordic region.

Hudson Yards AR Walking Tour: Explore NYC’s invisible digital city

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

Unlock the Future of Hudson Yards through a 45-minute walking tour led by inCitu in collaboration with Helpful Places as part of NYCxDesign Festival. Together, we will explore future buildings and planning data in Augmented Reality, and uncover smart cities infrastructure hidden in plain sight around Hudson Yards.