Words By Tony Rock
1 – Design Shanghai
4-7 June 2025
Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
Design Shanghai is a celebration of creativity, innovation and the future of design, and stands at the forefront of Asia’s dynamic design scene, showcasing an inspiring fusion of Eastern and Western philosophies. With cutting-edge installations, thought-provoking design talks, and an exciting line-up of events, it is set to offer an unparalleled exploration of innovation and cultural dialogue. www.designshanghai.com
2 – NeoCon
9-11 June 2025
The Mart, Chicago
The 56th edition of NeoCon will showcase products and services from more than 400 leading and emerging companies. The three-day event also offers design professionals an opportunity to connect and network with industry leaders, while an educational programme of keynote presentations and continuing education unit (CEU) sessions delivers world-class expertise and insight about today’s most relevant topics as well as the future of commercial design. www.neocon.com
3 – New Designers
2-5 July, 9-12 July
Business Design Centre, London
Over two weeks, the annual New Designers exhibition brings together the best graduate talent in the UK, showcasing the work of over 3,000 graduates in a range of disciplines, including textiles, graphics, product design, and more. The event is aimed at professionals, as well as general consumers who are interested in seeing the latest trends. It also welcomes hundreds of school students, inspiring the next generation of designers. www.newdesigners.com
4 – More than Human
11 July-6 October 2025
The Design Museum, London
More than Human refers to a movement that questions the human-centric lens that has defined Western design practice and embraces the idea that the flourishing of all species is interconnected. This exhibition will comprise over 140 works by more than 50 participants. Highlights include artworks for octopuses, a pavilion for multispecies encounters, a large-scale seaweed installation, and an enormous nature calendar. www.designmuseum.org / exhibitions /more-than-human
