October Events Not To Miss
October is filled with exciting design events across the globe. Here’s our curated list of must-attend design activities, exhibitions, and festivals this month:
- Decorex International
6-9 October 2024 | London, UK
The UK’s premier celebration of interior design, Decorex, brings four days of networking, inspiration, and sourcing to London. Expect the best in luxury interiors and design. Visit Decorex - Design Healdsburg
4-6 October 2024 | Healdsburg, USA
A brand-new design event in California, Design Healdsburg showcases architecture, interiors, landscape, and lighting with exclusive tours and panel discussions. Learn more - Design Week South Africa
10-13 October 2024 | Johannesburg, South Africa
Highlighting local design talent, this event fosters collaboration and celebrates creative innovation across Johannesburg. Explore Design Week SA - Design for Planet
17-18 October 2024 | Norwich, UK
This event focuses on sustainable and planet-friendly design, bringing together designers working to create a better future. Discover Design for Planet - British Ceramics Biennial
23 September – 5 November 2024 | Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Celebrate the creative potential of ceramics through exhibitions spotlighting UK and international artists. Visit the Biennial - Dutch Design Week
21-29 October 2024 | Eindhoven, Netherlands
The largest design event in Northern Europe, DDW explores the theme “Picture This” to inspire better design for the future. Learn more - Lagos Design Week
16-27 October 2024 | Lagos, Nigeria
A major design event in Africa, Lagos Design Week showcases innovative African design talent in various exhibitions and workshops. Explore Lagos Design Week - Decorhotel
24-26 October 2024 | Porto, Portugal
Focused on hotel design, this professional trade fair presents new trends in hospitality architecture, decoration, and equipment. Visit Decorhotel
Mark your calendar and explore the best of design this month! Each event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the latest trends and connect with the design community globally.
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