Design Mumbai
Design Mumbai (6-9 November 2024), India's first international contemporary design show, Design Mumbai, will debut at the stunning Jio World Garden in Mumbai from November 6 to 9, 2024. Tickets are available now. Part of the Montgomery Group's global event series, this inaugural edition will spotlight India's vibrant design scene while introducing global insights and perspectives to the heart of the city. Over the four-day event, visitors can expect an impressive array of industry leaders alongside a curated selection of the country's finest independent designers and makers.
Ian Rudge, Co-Founder of Design Mumbai, shares his excitement: “This event marks a significant milestone for India, offering an international platform unlike anything seen before.
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Image above courtesy of Morii Design.
“We’re showcasing innovative and pioneering designs, along with specially commissioned installations from key partners like JSW Paints and Royal Enfield. Exclusive appearances by some of the industry's most recognized names will also be featured. At the same time, we’re committed to celebrating India’s rich design and craft heritage. That’s why we’ve carefully selected a remarkable range of homegrown talent, providing a global stage for their work and craftsmanship.”
Rudge adds: “Our goal with Design Mumbai is to deliver top-tier quality and originality to the architecture and design community. We aim to provide a unique experience and a diverse mix of content, whether attendees are specifying for private residential projects or commercial ventures like hotels and restaurants. We look forward to welcoming everyone in November!”
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Design Mumbai will offer an engaging three-day schedule of live industry talks and keynotes featuring leading voices from both within and outside India. The event, Design Mumbai: Exchange, has been curated to provide varied perspectives on the creative scene in India and its global relevance. Topics will range from sustainability to manufacturing and digital transformations. The confirmed lineup includes representatives from Dezeen, STIRWorld, Dutch industrial designer Richard Hutten, and key spokespeople involved in Mumbai’s ongoing $30 billion infrastructure projects.
Themes of zero waste, mindful manufacturing, and partnerships with local communities are central to many local designers and makers, influencing their design approaches and production processes.
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Ek Kalakaar Designs focuses on creating unique, sustainably handcrafted furniture and lighting using industrial and everyday waste materials—ranging from corrugated metal sheets and discarded plastic pipes to metal scrap, reclaimed wood, and plywood chips. The team also experiments with sustainable materials, including terracotta, recycled foam, and hempcrete.
Morii Design, founded by Brinda Dudhat in Gandhinagar, merges traditional Indian craft with modern design. Its hand-embroidered contemporary textiles, crafted from naturally dyed and upcycled cotton and silk, are created by skilled women artisans from across India. These pieces often transform into unique wall art and tapestries. The team collaborates with over eighty women from more than seven villages, traveling to these communities to prevent work-related migration and provide employment directly at their doorsteps.
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Esvee Atelier offers a platform for exploring Indian contemporary functional art that encourages conscious use of living spaces. The company will launch new designs at Design Mumbai, including the VAV coffee table, inspired by Indian stepwells, and the Maya vanity dresser, which elevates daily routines into rituals.
Design Mumbai will take place 6-9 November 2024 at Jio World Garden, Mumbai.
Find out more and plan your visit:
www.design-mumbai.com