MONTH OF DESIGN

SEPTEMBER 2020

Detroit Month of Design is a citywide, monthlong celebration of creativity that gathers designers and the greater community to celebrate Detroit’s role as a national and global design capital.

DETROIT CITY OF DESIGN

ACTION PLAN

The Detroit City of Design Action Plan outlines a plan for developing Detroit as a global leader in the practice of inclusive design, which considers the entire spectrum of human diversity and individual experiences to create solutions with a social impact.

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FROM OUR DESIGN NETWORK

You can access design expertise through the Detroit Design Network, a collaborative group of interdisciplinary designers and agencies founded by Design Core to fulfill the creative needs of Michigan’s business community.

CHAMPIONING DESIGN DRIVEN BUSINESSES

We offer services to strengthen, grow and attract design businesses, increase market demand for design services, and tell Detroit’s design story locally and globally.

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NEWS

Mar. 18th  /  Detroit City of Design

The Detroit City of Design Challenge

Feb. 10th  /  Design Core

Design Core Detroit to Receive $20,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts

Dec. 16th  /  Design Core , Detroit Design Network

Our IGTV is back to help small businesses

Nov. 23rd  /  Design Core

YOUR LOCAL HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE

Oct. 16th  /  Design Core , Detroit Design Network

Virtual Client Services Bootcamp

Sep. 24th  /  Design Core , Detroit Design Network

Design Guide for Real Estate Development

Sep. 1st  /  Detroit City of Design

Winners of the Commerce Design Refresh Grant

Jul. 28th  /  Design Core

Building a More Diverse and Inclusive Design Industry

UPCOMING EVENTS

There are no upcoming Events at this time.

DETROIT CITY OF DESIGN

In December 2015, Detroit was designated as a UNESCO City of Design, a recognition bestowed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization on cities demonstrating a legacy of and commitment to creativity as a tool for economic development. Joining 21 Cities of Design (now 30) and 180 Creative Cities across the globe, Detroit is the first and only U.S. city to receive the designation.

SEPTEMBER 1-30 

Design is all around us and Detroit Month of Design is here to show the world why thoughtful design matters now more than ever. Design Core has organized a fun and educational program, featuring both local and international guests, that can be enjoyed in-person or from the comfort of home. Whether you want to experience something new, discover talent, or learn about how design impacts our lives, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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