After summer’s relatively slow pace, the design world kicks back up into high gear in September with a wealth of exciting events around the globe. In particular, London and Paris will each host a number of major events, including the London Design Biennial and the famedMaison&Objet. It doesn’t stop there—cities from Detroit to Shanghai are also getting in on the action.
When:Sept. 1–30
Where:Detroit
Website:www.designcore.org
Formerly known as the Detroit Design Festival, this month-long celebration of all things design brings together the city’s educational institutions, emerging studios, and established companies to show off their latest work. The project is organized by Design Core Detroit, which was behind the city’s bid to become the first UNESCO City of Design in the U.S.
When:Sept. 4–23
Where:Somerset House, London
Website:www.londondesignbiennale.com
The London Design Biennial returns this year with the theme Emotional States, which aims to explore the ways design influences our emotions. The biennial will take over Somerset House with interactive installations, art, and design solutions by participants from 40 countries, cities, and territories.
When:Sept. 6–12
Where:Buenos Aires, ArgentinaWebsite:www.artbasel.com
Art Basel is launching its Cities initiative with Buenos Aires as its first partner. The Argentine capital will host a citywide week of programming curated by Artistic Director Cecilia Alemani, who curated the High Line in New York City and the Italian Pavilion at the 2017 Venice Biennale. Highlights include a "cemetery for the living" installation by Italian provocateur Maurizio Cattelan, a sculptural installation along Río de la Plata by Argentine artist Eduardo Basualdo, and a series of talks.
When:Sept. 6–15
Where:Paris
Website:www.maison-objet.com