EXPERIENCE DETROIT DESIGN

In-person or Virtually

Detroit Month of Design returns this September with more than 150+ participants presenting over 80 events and special projects. This year’s edition will include talks, tours, exhibitions, workshops, installations, and other immersive experiences. Showcasing some of the best cultural sites and experiences that the US can offer, we invite you to discover the talent and innovation that makes Detroit a UNESCO City of Design.

featured events

Presented by Rocket Companies

9/11-9/30

Moments of Immersion is an experiential exhibition by Yazmin Dababneh containing individual works of art that encapsulates and immerses viewers. Come explore portals to other dimensions, immersive sculptures and mesmerizing installations.

Oudolf Garden Detroit

9/3-9/24

Enjoy the plant and garden artistry of world-renowned designer Piet Oudolf's newest public garden on Detroit's Belle Isle. Guided and self guided tours available.

House of Research and Worldview

9/23 5:00-7:00pm

With the overshadowing demands for wellness and sustainability across all industries, our future requires a stronger connection to the natural world. Join Cristin Ríchard, founder of House of Raw®, for an hour long visual presentation of her research and design analysis.

Herman Miller

9/23 6:00-8:00pm

Join Herman Miller’s Diversity in Design (DID) Collaborative along with a special panel of collaborators and community members for an engaging discussion as we explore issues around lack of diversity in the design industry—specifically the underrepresentation of Black creatives.

Tune in to season 3 and hear from local and global thought leaders who view our world through a lens of empathy and apply design thinking to address some of our world’s most pressing issues.

Detroit Month of Design is programmed by Design Core Detroit. Design Core champions design-driven businesses and their role in strengthening Detroit’s economy. Design Core is the steward of Detroit’s UNESCO City of Design designation and is a part of the College for Creative Studies.