In September, designers, galleries, and collectors from around the world will gather in Seoul. After choosing Seoul as the first Asian host last year, 'Design Miami' is significantly expanding the event this year, aiming to establish the city as a key hub for global collectible design.
The Seoul Design Foundation announced on July 23 that 'Design Miami Seoul 2026' will kick off with a preview on August 31, followed by the main event from September 1 to 6 at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). The event coincides with Frieze Seoul, which runs from September 2 to 5.
While last year's event focused on introducing Korean design to the world, this year’s event has evolved into an international collectible design showcase, featuring exhibitions, collecting, discussions, and exchanges among domestic and international designers.
The theme for this year is 'Resonance: Design in Dialogue,' highlighting how design creates relationships and expands new experiences across different times, places, cultures, and people.
The event will feature three main components: a 'Gallery Program' showcasing curated works from global design galleries, a thematic exhibition called 'In Situ,' and a 'Partner Exhibitions' segment that expands the intersection of design and industry.
Participating in the 'Gallery Program' are Charles Burnand, Baguhei, and Studio Moto, while the 'In Situ' program includes Cheon Woo-seon, Lee Kyu-hong, Kwon Joong-mo, Yang Tae-oh, Beforemative, Yuki Nara, and Niam Barry. Partner exhibitions will feature Aloso and Densque.
Additionally, design seminars and VIP tours will be offered. A design seminar in collaboration with Living Sense on September 3 will feature leading designers and gallerists discussing trends in collectible design and the future of the global design industry.
The Seoul Design Foundation aims to position this event as a center for collectible design in Asia, fostering creativity, collecting, and exchanges among global designers, galleries, brands, cultural institutions, and collectors.
Tickets for the exhibitions and seminars will go on sale through the DDP website starting July 30.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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