Renowned Presenters

Renowned design gurus and thought leaders will speak at the 26th Icsid Congress in Singapore from 23-25 November at the Suntec International Convention & Exhibition Centre. Themed "Design Difference: Designing our World 2050", the congress will propose design solutions that address some of the pressing challenges that we face today. The insightful Design2050 propositions will be presented in a unique and interactive format to involve the delegates in the creative process.

More information on the Design2050 Studios and their focus areas is available at www.icsidcongress09.com

Icsid Design Education Conference

Taking place on 22 November, the Icsid Design Education Conference is a unique and engaging educational event that will take place one day prior to the Icsid World Design Congress. The conference will develop and encourage an international platform for the debate on design education towards the year 2050. The format will include a number of seminars based on selected papers and will be structured around a number of futuristic themes.

To help you plan your activities while at the Congress, view the programme for the Education Conference online.

Congress Exhibition

See the latest talents, products and ideas from design and innovation at the Congress Exhibition. The Exhibition will showcase a number of world renowned design companies, associations and institutions. They include Orcadesign, Lasalle College of the Arts and Seoul Design Foundation. Other highlights include Portfolio Show for Young Designers, Utterubbish and 20/20.

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Opening and Closing Parties

The opening party for the congress will be held at the Singapore's most iconic nightclub - Zouk, while the closing party will take place at the National Museum of Singapore, a museum with a rich heritage dating all the way back to 1887. Look out for the next eNews for more details on other networking programmes during the congress.

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Register now

Already delegates from 25 countries have confirmed their attendance. Register now at www.icsidcongress09.com and play a part in shaping a better world of 2050.

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To keep up to date on Congress activities and network with other delegates, become a fan of DesignDifference, the Icsid World Design Congress page on Facebook.