"Ahead of design week NYCxDesign 2026, Dezeen has rounded up exhibitions around New York City, from exhibitions by large brands to collectives of independent designers, such as a show dedicated to nightlights and one to birds. New York City's design extravaganza continues to stretch outside of its formal dates, officially 14 to 20 May. Designers from all over the city and the world will gather to show work, with a huge emphasis on smaller-format pieces after the grandstanding at Milan design week."
"The event, which combines design fairs such as Afternoon Light Design Fair and ICFF with talks, parties, showroom openings and smaller-scale DIY shows across the city, is kicking off early this year, starting 8 May with the returning Head Hi Lamp show, the one-night design show Tangent in Brooklyn and newcomer exhibition Co+Hab. Otherwise, it's business as usual, with curators, designers, and brands exhibiting work in hotels, in apartments, and even on a terrace in Brooklyn by emerging talents and seasoned pros."
"Elsewhere, Elsewhere, Still OursElsewhere, Still Ours will take place in a single room at the Standard, East Village and brings together nine Korean artists and designers who explore their personal identities through traditional materials such as hanji, hemp and clay. The exhibition is curated by John Kim and Sandy Park of Parkim Agency and will occupy an exhibition space in the back of the hotel's restaurant, fronting its lush Manhattan courtyard. 10 to 15 May, The Standard, East Village"
"Dudd Lite: Dudd Haus x The Future Perfect x BocciPhiladelphia-based collective Dudd House returns to NYCxDesign with a show centred on plug-in nightlights, featuring designers such as Lindsey Adelman and Bethan Laura Wood, plus some local and emerging talents. The show is the "brainchild" of The Future Perfect's managing director La"
NYCxDesign 2026 extends beyond its official 14 to 20 May dates, with exhibitions and events across New York City beginning 8 May. Design fairs such as Afternoon Light Design Fair and ICFF run alongside talks, parties, showroom openings, and smaller DIY shows in hotels, apartments, and even on a Brooklyn terrace. The program includes Head Hi Lamp, Tangent in Brooklyn, and Co+Hab as early highlights. Exhibitions range from brand-led presentations to independent designer collectives. One show brings together nine Korean artists and designers exploring personal identity through traditional materials including hanji, hemp, and clay. Another features plug-in nightlights with designers such as Lindsey Adelman and Bethan Laura Wood, alongside local and emerging talent.
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