Emerging Designers Spotlight

Witness the future of design at the Emerging Designers Spotlight, a vibrant stage presentation featuring groundbreaking projects from rising talents selected by the Launch Pad jury.

Imagine rapid-fire mini-critiques combined with professional speed networking. On stage, the top five contenders for the Best of Launch Pad Awards will present their work to a distinguished panel of Industry Pros, receiving insightful feedback under pressure. Simultaneously, the Launch Pad jury will assess their projects and on-stage presence, determining the winners of the Best of Launch Pad Awards.

Hosted by Amy Devers of Clever, this engaging and fast-paced event celebrates the creative journey and the crucial connections that propel careers, foster community, and establish new voices in the design world.

The stakes are high, the potential rewards are significant, and the energy is electric!

Applications fore the Emerging Designers Spotlight Live will be opening in February.

Introducing the Emerging Designers Spotlight Online.
This year, the Emerging Designers Spotlight expands into a year-long editorial series. Each month, 3–5 emerging designers will be featured in an EDS ICFF story, highlighting discoveries from Launch Pad studios, international trips, student showcases, and more. The series provides ongoing media exposure and industry visibility, culminating with the live Emerging Designers Spotlight on stage at ICFF in May.