NYCxDESIGN: Things to Look Out for at 2026
NYCxDesign 2026 brings together exhibitions, installations, tours and collaborations across New York City, spotlighting collectible design, material innovation and immersive experiences that define the future of contemporary design.
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Discover how HBA reimagines the historic 1926 Fairmont Breakers Long Beach, blending coastal luxury with preserved heritage across suites, dining, and grand public spaces.
Discover the striking black-on-black interior design of ELMNT, a boutique spinning studio in Montreal by Ivy Studio. Featuring mirrored walls, custom LED lighting, and bold architectural details, this fitness space merges style with energy. A must-read for interior design lovers and those exploring unique gyms in Montreal.
Nestled on Pizarro Street near the lake in Los Angeles’ Echo Park, Grá—an artisan sourdough pizza and natural wine restaurant—celebrates the beauty of raw materials, imperfection, and time-worn textures. Designed by Red Deer, the London-based architecture and interior practice, Grá embraces the natural character of its setting: a disused old barn, rich with history and rustic charm.
William McIntosh, a renowned interior designer, is responsible for crafting the luxurious interiors of an upscale apartment situated within the iconic 432 Park Avenue residential skyscraper, which towers majestically over the skyline of New York City.
Bagatelle continues its international expansion, opening a new 200-seat restaurant in Miami, located in the city's iconic South Beach district, famed for its glamorous day scene, vibrant nightlife, and picture-postcard surroundings.
The London and Los Angeles-based design studio, Fettle, has collaborated with Ennismore to design The Hoxton Portland, the sixth hotel in the brand's portfolio. Located on the site of a former 1920s theatre in the historic Chinatown district, the studio was tasked with designing the hotel's public spaces, including the restaurant, cocktail bar, lobby, café, and 'apartment-style' meeting rooms.
Located on a cobblestone street in the Tribeca West Historic District is a Romanesque Revival building designed by Julius Kastner in 1892. ODA, acting as both designer and architect of record, faced the task of restoring and renovating this long-neglected structure.
ettle, the LA and London-based design studio, has designed the interiors of The Draycott, a brasserie infused with European charm and a distinctive Californian twist. Nestled in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, this flagship restaurant, helmed by esteemed restaurateurs Matt and Marisa Hermer, conjures a blend of nostalgic European grandeur with a lively atmosphere and a captivating color palette inspired by its locale.
Related Companies has unveiled another model residence within the iconic 520 West 28th building designed by architect Zaha Hadid. Residence 25, covering nearly 3,000 sq. ft. and featuring three bedrooms, provides an updated glimpse into this quintessential 21st-century home in West Chelsea.
A remarkably slender skyscraper soaring over Midtown Manhattan, just two streets away from Central Park, 432 Park Avenue is the tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere and is designed to evoke a 'living gallery' with impressively high ceilings and expansive, uninterrupted spaces.
Aman Miami Beach: a new luxury retreat in the Faena District featuring Kengo Kuma–designed residences, ocean views, exclusive amenities, and serene coastal living.
Discover 670 Mesquit (LAAD), BIG’s innovative mixed-use development in the Los Angeles Arts District. Featuring residential units, office space, a hotel, an elementary school, and public parks, this project blends industrial heritage with modern design, redefining urban living along the Los Angeles River.
Discover The Delmore in Surfside, Florida, by Zaha Hadid Architects — a sculptural oceanfront landmark blending innovative design, luxury living, and panoramic views.
Discover the visionary design of The Avenir, a 785-foot mixed-use tower by CetraRuddy and Steelman Partners. Featuring a luxury hotel, casino, food hall, and community gallery, the project promises to transform Manhattan’s Far West Side with iconic architecture and vibrant public spaces.
Louis Vuitton’s 2029 Beverly Hills flagship, designed by Frank Gehry and Peter Marino, will feature 100,000 sq ft of retail, dining, and cultural space—blending fashion, architecture, and art in a groundbreaking design experience.
In a city synonymous with steel and glass, Lantern House by Heatherwick Studio emerges as a refreshing tribute to both permanence and personality. The residential development is located in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood, beside the High Line at West 18th Street—a site that posed both opportunities and challenges for the studio’s first residential project in New York.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, founded by legendary filmmaker George Lucas and businesswoman Mellody Hobson, is set to become a transformative cultural institution in Los Angeles. Located in Exposition Park, the museum is dedicated to the art of storytelling across multiple mediums, from traditional paintings and illustrations to cinematic and digital creations. As one of the most anticipated museum projects in the world, it aims to redefine how narrative art is presented and experienced.
Showcasing the unique flair of Dolce & Gabbana, 888 Brickell Miami will feature 259 rooms and suites, six restaurants, a ground-level eatery, two bars in the large Grand Lobby, a Pool Club restaurant and bar for all-day dining by the pool, a demonstration kitchen, and private dining areas.
Developed by the real estate firm Lightstone, 130 William is set to make a bold impression on the already dazzling downtown New York skyline. Instead of opting for the glass façade typical of such structures, Adjaye Associates drew inspiration from the city’s architectural history. The building features a bespoke, hand-cast façade that offers a modern twist on the classic stonework found in Manhattan's historic buildings.
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NYCxDesign 2026 brings together exhibitions, installations, tours and collaborations across New York City, spotlighting collectible design, material innovation and immersive experiences that define the future of contemporary design.
Explore the top highlights from Design Miami 2025, featuring standout galleries, visionary artists, and immersive installations. From FENDI’s centenary showcase to tactile works by Charles Burnand and playful ceramics by 1882 Ltd, discover the craft, creativity, and innovation shaping today’s contemporary design landscape.
Discover Alcova Miami 2025 at the historic Miami River Inn, showcasing experimental art, contemporary design, and international studios during Miami Art Week.
Martyn White attends one of the strongest editions of Untitled Art Fair on Miami’s South Beach, exploring standout galleries, emerging artists, and the key contemporary art trends shaping Miami Art Week 2025.
Roham Shamekh’s R O O T S installation at Design Miami 2025, a transformative Curio presentation combining sculpture, soundscape, and immersive design. Explore the hand-carved sofa, organic side tables, and meditative audio environment debuting during Miami Art Week.
The ReefLine, Miami Beach’s groundbreaking underwater sculpture park and snorkel trail, is launching this October. A visionary hybrid reef blending contemporary art, climate resilience, and marine conservation beneath the surface.
Discover Venezuelan-born artist Reinaldo Sanguino at The Future Perfect in New York. Explore his bold, collectible porcelain works that merge traditional ceramic craftsmanship with the vibrant energy of modern city life. Perfect for design lovers, collectors, and interiors enthusiasts.
Discover Earth Magma, the new limited-edition bronze ashtray collection by Dubai-based artist Roham Shamekh. Debuting at SMOKESHOW in Los Angeles, the series explores ritual, elemental symbolism, and the transformation of everyday objects into sculptural art.
Bocci and Aesop unveil the final release of their coveted 14p portable light, now available in Aesop’s Canadian stores. Handcrafted in signature amber glass, this wireless, rechargeable table light blends design, craftsmanship, and functionality in a refined, limited-edition collaboration.
GUBI reintroduces Pierre Paulin’s iconic F300 Lounge Chair at NYCxDESIGN 2025 in collaboration with Design Within Reach. Discover how this 1965 design classic is reborn with sustainable materials and bold sculptural form in the heart of SoHo.
Explore Plume, Kristin Victoria Barron’s newest exhibition at The Future Perfect, New York. Fusing Jungian symbolism with sculptural lighting, the works evoke dreamlike forms and subconscious landscapes.
Known for his painterly ceramics and punk-spirited aesthetic, Miller’s latest series moves beyond the autobiographical to explore a universal visual language—one that speaks not only through symbolism but through the immediacy of mark and material.
The Miami Design District continues its commitment to showcasing extraordinary artistic experiences with Marta MinujĂn: Dreamscape, a groundbreaking public installation presented in collaboration with The Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami). This immersive exhibition marks the acclaimed Argentine artist’s first large-scale public project in Miami, offering visitors a rare opportunity to engage with her dynamic, multisensory creations.
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 reaffirmed its position as a leading global art fair, uniting prominent galleries, collectors, curators, and artists to honor innovative contemporary art. Since its launch in 2002, the fair has been crucial in shaping the global art economy, promoting cultural exchanges, and highlighting both up-and-coming and established artists.
Martyn White attends one of the strongest editions of Untitled Art Fair on Miami’s South Beach, exploring standout galleries, emerging artists, and the key contemporary art trends shaping Miami Art Week 2025.
Roham Shamekh’s R O O T S installation at Design Miami 2025, a transformative Curio presentation combining sculpture, soundscape, and immersive design. Explore the hand-carved sofa, organic side tables, and meditative audio environment debuting during Miami Art Week.
Discover Venezuelan-born artist Reinaldo Sanguino at The Future Perfect in New York. Explore his bold, collectible porcelain works that merge traditional ceramic craftsmanship with the vibrant energy of modern city life. Perfect for design lovers, collectors, and interiors enthusiasts.
Discover Earth Magma, the new limited-edition bronze ashtray collection by Dubai-based artist Roham Shamekh. Debuting at SMOKESHOW in Los Angeles, the series explores ritual, elemental symbolism, and the transformation of everyday objects into sculptural art.
Explore Plume, Kristin Victoria Barron’s newest exhibition at The Future Perfect, New York. Fusing Jungian symbolism with sculptural lighting, the works evoke dreamlike forms and subconscious landscapes.
Known for his painterly ceramics and punk-spirited aesthetic, Miller’s latest series moves beyond the autobiographical to explore a universal visual language—one that speaks not only through symbolism but through the immediacy of mark and material.
The Miami Design District continues its commitment to showcasing extraordinary artistic experiences with Marta MinujĂn: Dreamscape, a groundbreaking public installation presented in collaboration with The Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami). This immersive exhibition marks the acclaimed Argentine artist’s first large-scale public project in Miami, offering visitors a rare opportunity to engage with her dynamic, multisensory creations.
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 reaffirmed its position as a leading global art fair, uniting prominent galleries, collectors, curators, and artists to honor innovative contemporary art. Since its launch in 2002, the fair has been crucial in shaping the global art economy, promoting cultural exchanges, and highlighting both up-and-coming and established artists.
Art Basel’s Meridians section is a dynamic platform dedicated to large-scale projects that push the boundaries of contemporary art. Showcased at Art Basel Miami Beach, Meridians features monumental installations, ambitious sculptures, expansive paintings, and immersive video works that transcend the traditional booth format.
Alcova returns to Miami for the second installment of its sister fair, which is part of the internationally acclaimed Milan-based event. This time, it will be held at the Miami River Inn, the city's oldest hotel, located in the Little Havana neighborhood.
In his work, Lee delves into the hyperreality shaped by social media and the internet. This exhibition further investigates the intricate nature of human connection as refracted through our digital era. Utilizing 3-D and virtual reality software, he creates drawings that he later translates onto canvases using airbrush techniques or 'sculpts' in materials like resin and bronze. Lee introspectively explores his unfiltered emotions with vivid colors and surreal imagery.
Untitled Art has made its return to the stunning white sands of Miami’s South Beach for its 13th edition. Renowned for its dedication to enhancing the broader art ecosystem, the fair provides an inclusive platform for exploring contemporary art, with an emphasis on collaboration throughout the event.
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NYCxDesign 2026 brings together exhibitions, installations, tours and collaborations across New York City, spotlighting collectible design, material innovation and immersive experiences that define the future of contemporary design.