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Hosted by WDO Promotional Member Design Council, the 34th World Design Congress and WDO General Assembly will take place in London (United Kingdom), some 50 years after the event was last hosted in the city in 1969. Set for 9-11 September 2025, the three-day event will gather the international design community and thought leaders from […]
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The Squeeze and the Shift: Surviving and Thriving as a Designer When Money’s Tight and AI Comes to Call
The creative industries are facing a perfect storm. Work is drying up, AI is automating execution, and the cost of living is squeezing harder than ever. For many designers, especially those who've spent decades mastering their craft, it feels like the ground is shifting beneath their feet. But what if this crisis isn't about being […]
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“Design Futures: Shared Vision” 2025 International Summer Program
Design Futures: Shared Vision 2025 International Summer Program of the Academy of Arts & Design, Tsinghua University focuses on three key directions: Smart Aerospace, Smart Creation, and Smart Living, exploring the deep integration of technology and humanities, aiming to develop innovative solutions by integrating cutting-edge technologies. The program invites young student teams to submit creative […]
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World Industrial Design Day from Valencia
Join WDO, Andreu World, Design Foundation of the Region of Valencia and Ayuntamiento de València for a series of live panel sessions in Valencia celebrating World Industrial Design Day. Under the banner of this year's theme let's get ethical, this programme will bring together local and international design professionals, companies, students and institutions to address […]
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Ethics is Trending — Should We Be Worried?
A conversation on World Industrial Design Day. From suspicious green claims to AI making art and stealing it, ethics is suddenly everywhere. But why now? And why does it feel like a pop trend? Join us for a lively discussion where sustainability, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence get put under the ethical spotlight. Expect sharp […]
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German Brand Award – Awards Ceremony
Comprehensive. Expert. Impartial. The German Brand Awards present outstanding brand successes and enable a transparent and independent assessment by a renowned jury. Clear and accessible criteria emphasise the neutrality of the award. More than 1,200 entries submitted testify to the huge amount of interest generated by this prize for excellence in brand management. WDO Member: […]
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Los Angeles Design Festival 2025
Design Futurism When envisioning the future, design is inherently a part of our collective imagination: a tool for reimagining how we connect, create, and challenge existing narratives. This concept extends beyond the exploration of technological spectacle. Design Futurism is a solution-oriented exploration of human potential. Learn more: https://www.ladesignfestival.org/design-futurism
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IDX SYD – Celebrating World Industrial Design Day: Lets get ethical
It’s that time again to put down the markers, step away from that disobedient CAD file, and wrap that concept presentation up so we can all catch up for the next Industrial Design Xchange event: Celebrating World Industrial Design Day. This year’s theme? Let’s Get Ethical. Join us as we celebrate with another one-of-a-kind show […]
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Masterclass in Design – What is the Future of Design Leadership?
JoinPARKin collaboration withWDO and hosted by BRPin theirMontreal Officefor thisin-person masterclassonDesign Leadershiplead by Stephan J Clambaneva, Managing Director at PARK USA. Spend the day learning and interacting with your peers in a blended learning environment. End your day with an evening networking cocktail reception celebrating design leadership! In today’s unpredictable world, leadership and design leadership […]
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WIDD 2025: Ethics in design
Let's get ethical! Join World Design Organization, Association des designers industriels du Québec and BRP for an evening of learning, discussion and networking in celebration of World Industrial Design Day 2025. Hosted at BRP's headquarters in downtown Montreal, don't miss your chance to connect with fellow design leaders and explore the practices and insights at […]
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Announcing the May 2025 Cohort of AIS Distinguished Members
AIS is proud to welcome the newest cohort of AIS Distinguished Members and AIS Distinguished Members – Cum Laude. This year, 83 members have been honored with the AIS Distinguished Member designation, and 21 of those members have earned the prestigious AIS Distinguished Member – Cum Laude recognition. These individuals join a growing group of scholars and professionals whose sustained contributions have significantly shaped the AIS community. Since the program’s launch in 2019, over 500 members have received this distinguished recognition, reflecting the strength, dedication, and global engagement of our membership. The AIS Distinguished Member program celebrates individuals who meet t..
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K-Machine 기계연, 'K-CNC' 개발로 공작기계 국산화 길 성큼!
K-Machine 기계연, 'K-CNC' 개발로 공작기계 국산화 길 성큼! - 기계연, 국내 산학연 CNC 개발 역량 총 집대성한 ‘K-CNC' 시스템 개발 - - 국내 제조업체와 공동 실증으로 가공 성능 입증 - - ’공작기계의 두뇌‘ 핵심부품 기술 자립 실현 및 미래 제조혁신 견인 - □ 디지털 첨단 제조공정에서
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황정아 의원, 출연연 릴레이 방문...기계연 연구현장 애로사항 청취
더불어민주당 황정아 의원, 한국기계연구원 방문… 신진연구자 등과 과학기술계 발전 새 길을 모색하다 □ 더불어민주당 황정아 국회의원(대전 유성을)은 6월 17일(화) 국가과학기술연구회 산하 한국기계연구원(원장 류석현, 이하 기계연) 대전 본원을 방문해 정책간담회를 갖고 연구현장의 애로사항을 청취하고 과학기술 정책 방향을 토론했다. □ 이번
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The Creative Education Conference
With global challenges intensifying and creative industries rapidly evolving, the call for fresh, forward-thinking teaching has never been more pressing. This year’s conference theme, Innovative Practices in Creative Education, focuses on how we can embed bold, responsive, and impactful approaches into creative education, shaping graduates who aren’t just skilled makers, critical thinkers, ethical innovators, and […]
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