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Design is at a tipping point. AI is changing how we create. Trade tensions are changing how we work. And the value of design? It’s at risk of being sidelined again.

As designers, we must do more than create. We must prove value. Real value. Strategic value. Not just in pixels or prototypes, but demonstrate how design creates powerful outcomes that move business, industries, and society forward.

Hosted by DBCS, this event brings together leaders across government, academia, and industry to ask: What does it take to flourish by design in today’s world?

Join the conversation on how designers and design leaders can prove the true value of design, regardless of the size of the playing field.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 28 May 2025
Time: 5.30 – 8pm
Location: National Design Centre (111 Middle Road, Singapore 188969) Level 2, Auditorium

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If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

As Australia’s premier design competition for over six decades, the Australian Good Design Awards represent the nation’s highest design endorsement – a globally recognised bench for excellence.

The 2025 awards celebrate visionary design that drives innovation, sustainability and impact across categories such as Product, Communication, Digital, Spatial Service, Social Impact and many more.

Registration Fees
Social Impact/Concept Design: $245 AUD Per Entry
All Other Disciplines: $495 AUD Per Entry

Key Dates
General Submission: Now – 16 May 2025

This is more than an award – it’s a chance to define the future of design.
Submit your best work today and prove your design excellence on a regional scale.

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Design Thinking In Action (DTIA) Practitioner Get-Together 2025 is back in Singapore and will be held on 12 – 13 Apr 2025!

What is DTIA?
Started in 2016, Design Thinking In Action is Asia’s first community of Design Thinking practitioners coming together to share, learn, grow, and create value together.  

What is DTIA Get-Together?
An invite-only event, DTIA brings together the world’s best design thinkers in personal capacity over a weekend, to discuss critical trends and challenges in the field across multiple dimensions, and envision the future of Design Thinking in Asia.

• Learn how design thinking is transforming through new strategic frameworks
• Discover how futures thinking and organisational development can amplify impact
• Connect with a community of pioneers shaping the future of design

Date: 12 – 13 Apr 2025
Location: SUTD Library
8 Somapah Rd, Building 1,
Singapore 487372

🎟 Sign up now & get 25% OFF! Early bird pricing is available until 16 March, so don’t miss out!

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

Join us at the Singapore Design Awards (SDA) Ceremony on Wednesday 19 March 2025, and see how design is transforming youth challenges into future opportunities. Connect, get inspired, and discover how today’s solutions with social impact can shape tomorrow’s business.

Additionally, visit the accompanying exhibition to delve deeper into the finalists’ projects, discover submissions from other talented participants and view a selection of prototypes on display!

SDA isn’t just an awards ceremony—it’s a launchpad for meaningful conversations and turning inspiration into action.

Date: Wednesday, 19 March 2025
Time: 2 – 5pm
Location: 10 Square @ Orchard Central

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the change. Secure your spot today!

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

​In an ever-evolving world, uncertainty is the only constant. How do design leaders not just adapt but truly flourish in the face of change?

P*DA and DBCS brings together an esteemed group of design leaders to share their experiences, challenges and strategies for staying resilient. Over drinks and candid conversations, we’ll explore what it means to lead with confidence, inspire teams and turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Event Details
Date: Friday, 21 Feb 2025
Time: 4 – 7pm
Location: National Design Centre (111 Middle Road, Singapore 188969) Level 3, Paperwork

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If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

​Join us for the Design Crawl, an insightful sharing session where our Singapore Good Design’s Winners share their internal design processes, practices, and principles.

​Participants can get up close and personal with the brilliant minds behind winning projects as they share their remarkable journeys. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the conversation shaping tomorrow’s designs!

Register now at our lu.ma link!

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

In a world inundated with products and services vying for attention, what truly sets something apart? What makes us not just appreciate but deeply cherish certain designs? The answer lies in the essence of what we’d like to call “Lovable Design.”

Lovable Design transcends mere functionality or aesthetics; it delves into the realm of emotional connection. It’s about infusing products, interfaces, and experiences with a sense of warmth, empathy, and delight. It’s the art of designing with heart.

So, what are the key ingredients of Lovable Design? Join us for an unforgettable journey in unlocking the transformative power of Lovable Design together!

Get your tickets at our Eventbrite link!

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

About this event

In the design industry, much of the attention is often given to junior and senior roles, leaving the pivotal role of middle managers largely overlooked. However, middle managers are the backbone of the industry, adapting and learning on the job, and often being the most capable of tackling the daily challenges while seizing emerging opportunities.

Through Conversations For Change (CFC), we hope that you can join us to witness first-hand coaching conversations with experienced professionals, including ICF-certified coaches. The experience can help middle managers navigate the delicate balance between managing day-to-day operations and leading with vision and innovation. 

Conversations For Change: Middle Managers – The Unspoken Expectation is an event dedicated to explore the distinction between managing and leading, highlighting how middle managers can evolve into effective leaders through coaching for development. Participants will gain insights into strategies for managing stress, fostering innovation, and enhancing their impact in their roles.

Event Details

Date and Time: Thursday, 17 October 2024, 4pm – 7pm

Location: National Design Centre, Level 2 Training Rooms, 111 Middle Road, Singapore, 188969.

Get your tickets at our Eventbrite link!

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.

Join us at ICTD 2024 to explore these dynamic themes where the future of design meets the cutting-edge of artificial intelligence, shaping a new era of creativity and technological advancement.

Artificial Intelligence: Empowering the New Era of Design (人工智能：开启设计新时代)

The 6th International Conference on Technology and Design (ICTD) 2024, themed Artificial Intelligence: Empowering the New Era of Design, will delve into the transformative role of AI across the broader landscape of design and technology. This year’s conference, taking place on 17 October at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), promises to be a platform for global academics, business leaders, and industry practitioners to exchange ideas and explore the profound impact of AI on design. 

Participants will gain valuable insights from experts in diverse fields, such as AI research, architecture, design engineering etc. These thought leaders will discuss the integration of AI into creative processes, its convergence with traditional design disciplines, and its role as a catalyst for innovation.

The International Conference on Technology and Design (ICTD) is a joint effort between SUTD and Zhejiang University (ZJU). The annual ICTD is co-hosted by SUTD and ZJU, which has been held alternately between Singapore and Hangzhou, China since 2019. The objective of ICTD is to congregate world-renowned higher education institutions and leading industry organisations to discuss the current situation, challenges and advancements relating to the rapid emergence and fusion of technology and design.  

Please note that this event is free admission, and registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided at the event.

To secure your seat at this enriching event, kindly RSVP here to avoid disappointment. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at inquiry@infini8.com.sg. 

SIDFest is the most anticipated design festivals in Singapore, with insightful design symposiums and eye-opening showroom tours for the industry to get involved in the world of spatial and interior design!

The theme this year is ‘Design Unbound’. It celebrates design’s fluid and ever evolving nature, responding to societal shifts, technological, advancements, and cultural changes.

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming events as part of SIDFest 2024! Get ready for an enriching experience with a diverse array of symposiums, showroom tours, and special festival parties. Here’s a detailed line-up to mark your calendars!

For more information, please visit our SIDFest Website or check out the link in bio for our different activities!

SID Convention Registration link here – https://form.jotform.com/242193367619464

Symposium sessions with Showroom Tour Registration link here – https://www.sidfest.sg/events/

SIDFest Website – https://www.sidfest.sg

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@dbcsingapore.org / +65 8829 2990.