{"id":11224,"date":"2025-06-02T16:32:25","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T09:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/design-shanghai-2025-returns-with-over-600-human-centric-designs\/"},"modified":"2025-06-02T16:32:25","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T09:32:25","slug":"design-shanghai-2025-returns-with-over-600-human-centric-designs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cstc.vn\/blogtsk\/design-shanghai-2025-returns-with-over-600-human-centric-designs\/","title":{"rendered":"design shanghai 2025 returns with over 600 human-centric designs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">asia\u2019s largest design fair returns in june 2025<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Design Shanghai returns from June 4\u20137, 2025, to the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition &amp; Convention Center, bringing with it a bold new theme: Design for Humanity. In its 12th year, the show once again transforms Shanghai into a global design nexus, where East meets West and craftsmanship meets innovation. With over 600 curated pieces and more than 80,000 design professionals expected to attend, the 2025 edition is a deep dive into how design serves the human condition\u2014 from tactile materials to emotionally intelligent forms. Among the exhibitors, brands and institutions including <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/antoniolupi\/\">antoniolupi<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/ied-istituto-europeo-di-design\/\">IED<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/vitra\/\">Vitra<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/villeroy-boch\/\">Villeroy &amp; Boch<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/laufen-bathrooms\/\">LAUFEN<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/florim-ceramiche-spa\/\">Florim<\/a><\/strong>, and more, come together from all over the world to celebrate design.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, especially for the CMF Conference and Design for Wellbeing Conference, renowned studios including <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/thomas-heatherwick\/\">Heatherwick Studio<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/snohetta\/\">Sn\u00f8hetta<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/zaha-hadid\/\">Zaha Hadid Architects<\/a><\/strong>, take part in conversations, and become leading voices in how form can become one with fluid human movements, nurturing physical with mental health.<\/p>\n<p>LZF Lamps presented by ICEX \u2013 THE CLOUD | all images courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designshanghai.com\/2025-shanghai-homepage\">Design Shanghai\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">design shanghai as asia\u2019s cultural and commercial catalyst<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Organized by Clarion Events, Design Shanghai has grown from a regional expo to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designshanghai.com\/2025-shanghai-homepage\"><strong>global touchpoint for design dialogue and cross-cultural exchange<\/strong><\/a>. Its enduring mission is simple yet profound: to spotlight not only the best in international design, but also the rising power of Chinese creativity. The event has played host to over 2,600 global brands and 640,000 professional visitors since its inception. With each edition, Design Shanghai strengthens its role as a cultural conduit and commercial catalyst, championing the fusion of heritage with innovation.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In 2025, that mission is elevated with new sections and feature exhibitions dedicated to human-centric design narratives that reflect today\u2019s values\u2014 sustainability, material exploration, wellbeing, and the artisanal resurgence.<\/p>\n<p>Yin Dahua \u2013 Male Chair<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">from furniture design to material application<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Design Shanghai 2025 unfolds across four main exhibition sections: Furniture &amp; Lighting, Kitchen &amp; Bathroom, New Materials &amp; Applications, and Living &amp; Lifestyle Design. Each offers an experiential gateway into the latest design trends and technological innovations. Leading global names like Vitra, Formitalia, Bulo, Antoniolupi, and RS Barcelona will reveal new collections. The Spanish Institute for Foreign Trade (ICEX) joins with a showcase including Viccarbe and Porcelenosa, while kitchen and bathroom brands such as LAUFEN, Villeroy &amp; Boch, and Gorenje blend form with function.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The New Materials section leans into sustainable design solutions, featuring brands like Ultrasuede\u00ae, Florim, and Mapei. Meanwhile, the Living &amp; Lifestyle zone channels fine artistry with global flair\u2014 Herend, Sabre Paris, Reflections Copenhagen, and Cutipol bring porcelain, glass, and tableware back into the design spotlight.<\/p>\n<p>Studio RE+N \u2013 Lunar Gleam<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, this edition heralds the debut of Design Shanghai Collectible Design &amp; Art, a curated experience at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre that captures the growing appetite for unique, story-rich objects. From sculptural furniture to expressive art installations, the exhibition navigates the fertile terrain where art and design converge. Leading this initiative are works from 20 esteemed galleries, such as Langblink, Champochic, Deep Time Art Museum, and Ivory Gate.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Anchoring the narrative is the redefinition of value\u2014 here, handcrafted ceramics, lacquerware, and experimental materials speak louder than logos. Wu Guanzhong\u2019s silkscreen landscape, Anne Harris\u2019s blurred realism, and Isaac Katz\u2019s chromed \u2018Spectra\u2019 wall panels illustrate the spectrum: timeless to tactile, poetic to provocative. From Yanshan Art Center\u2019s glazed innovations to Chengyan Lacquerware\u2019s homage to utility and elegance, the Collectible platform positions Asia not just as a manufacturing base, but as a hotbed of meaningful design.<\/p>\n<p>IED \u2013 Istituto Europeo di Design \u2013 UNWOVEN MEMORIES<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Among the core highlights is TALENTS, celebrating its fifth anniversary with the theme \u2018Confront Conflicts.\u2019 Curated by Frank Chou, the initiative offers a space where young designers like Xiangzhi, Yif Design, and Yusheng reflect on global tensions through material and form. Also marking its fifth edition is neooold, which digs into traditional Chinese crafts under the theme \u2018Mass Wonders.\u2019 With handcrafted works in lacquer, weaving, and ceramics by Jiang Sheng and Lin Yuming, it\u2019s both a homage to heritage and a glimpse into tomorrow\u2019s craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Made in JDZ brings the vibrancy of Jingdezhen\u2019s ceramics legacy into the now, presenting mixed-material works by artists such as Moonline, Studio Bay, and Correct vs Incorrect. Split across three thematic rooms, this debut feature embodies the dynamic spirit of a city that has long been known as the porcelain capital of the world.<\/p>\n<p>Chengdexuan \u2013 Jade Dew &amp; Serene Ripples \u2013 Intertwined Branches; made in JDZ \u2013 Hall 3<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Re:Materialize, curated by Zhang Lei and the R\u00f3ng Design Library, is another must-see installation at the fair, emphasizing \u2018material-driven design\u2019 as a response to global challenges\u2014from environmental instability to social disconnect. Designers and brands here explore three key themes: Present Optimism, Nostalgic Shelter, and Harmonious Coexistence. The exhibition becomes a thought-lab, inviting creators to propose how materials can mediate new forms of security and connection. A powerful statement piece within this section might be a ceramic coated in aged brass or an algae-based polymer with biometric qualities\u2014the point is to push past what we know, toward what we <em>need<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Materials First by Chris Lefteri returns to offer hands-on experiences with cutting-edge materials, while Beyond Craft Japan presents a celebration of Japanese aesthetics through material exploration. Here, artisanal techniques meet contemporary design, presenting an authentic fusion that speaks to Asia\u2019s broader design DNA.\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT -->\n\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>ChengYan Lacquerware Studio \u2013 Lingzhi Cup<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>On top of the exhibitions, Design Shanghai 2025 is hosting three robust speaker series: the Global Design Conference (centering on \u2018Design for Humanity\u2019), the CMF Conference (focusing on colour, materials, and finish), and the Design for Wellbeing Conference. These forums bring together luminaries such as Craig Miller (Heatherwick Studio), Paul Priestman (PULI innovation), Robert Greenwood (Sn\u00f8hetta), Ole Scheeren (Buro Ole Scheeren), and Satoshi Ohashi (Zaha Hadid Architects). More than just keynote talks, these sessions will interrogate the social impact of design and the ethical questions that designers must now face.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Design Shanghai offers something deeper than a feast for the eyes, for collectors, creators, or curious observers. It\u2019s a proposition that while design is an aesthetic problem-solving, it is also a way for living better, more connected, more considered. From collectible one-offs to scalable original ideas, from heritage crafts to speculative futures, the 2025 fair reaffirms the central question: through design, where are we heading, and how should we act?<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>LINKUNIT \u2013 Frame Cup<\/p>\n<p>NANFANG STUDIO \u2013 Fluffy Moss Tissue Box<\/p>\n<p>SHOJI_The \u2013 Ode to the Luo River Goddess; painting<\/p>\n<p>Desalto Spa \u2013 Micro clay<\/p>\n<p>LZF Lamps presented by ICEX VOLIERE<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT -->\n\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>Design School XJTLU \u2013 Sandpaper<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>CHENGDU ZAIJIAN \u2013 Murrine Gold Fish<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>Ciireals \u2013 Pouring-Rain; made in JDZ \u2013 Hall 3<\/p>\n<p>Aynsley \u2013 Pembroke<\/p>\n<p>Guanghe \u2013 Swallowtail Butterfly; themed Silver Jewelry<\/p>\n<p>Galerie Monokeros \u2013 French medieval ceramic sculpture lamp<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Moonline \u2013 moonlit waters screen; made in JDZ \u2013 Hall 3<\/p>\n<p>Yif Design \u2013 The Moon Portable Lamp<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>project info:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>name:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designshanghai.com\/2025-shanghai-homepage\">Design Shanghai<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/design_shanghai\/\">@design_shanghai<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>organization:<\/strong> Clarion Events<\/p>\n<p><strong>dates:<\/strong> June 04-07, 2025<\/p>\n<p><strong>location: <\/strong>Shanghai Exhibition Center, China<\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/design\/design-shanghai-2025-asia-international-fair-human-centric-design-06-02-2025\/\">design shanghai 2025 returns with over 600 human-centric designs<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/\">designboom | architecture &amp; 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