We keep our event calendar up to date with conventions, expos, shows and design events from around the world. Learn, grow and network at these fine events.

Mar 7 - Jul 6 | 2008 - New York, NY

Rococo: The Continuing Curve 1730-2008 Rococo: The Continuing Curve, 1730–2008 places the exuberant movement within the historic continuum, bringing together an unprecedented collection of designers and objects of different eras to celebrate the joyful and liberating spirit of rococo.

Mar 15 - July 8 | 2008 - London, UK

China Design Now China Design Now will introduce the pioneering generations of designers and architects and tell the layered stories of China's contemporary culture in a unique and timely manner.

Mar 15 - July 13 | 2008 - London, UK

V&A | China Design Now China Design Now explores China’s dreams and hopes over the last two decades, from individual designers to the nation as a whole. It is our hope that this exhibition will bring contemporary China closer to you.

May 3 - Aug 31 | 2008 - Cincinnati, Ohio

Form: Contemporary Architects at Play FORM: a collection of remarkable, new artworks from ten world-renowned architects including Zaha Hadid, Michael Graves and Bernard Tschumi along with other architects display their works in the spirit of Play.

June 20 - July 20 | 2008 - London, UK

London Festival of Architecture A celebration and exploration of the city's buildings, streets and spaces - 600 exhibitions, lectures, public space installations, guided walks, bicycle rides, boat tours, parties, design workshops and debates.

June 29 - Sept 28 | 2008 - Hasselt, Belgium

1% Water and our Future 1% WATER aims to be a catalyst for change, reconnecting us physically and psychologically to water and helping us to shape a sustainable future. With themes such as AbUse, sacred Waters and Reconnect through works by various artists.

July 16 - 24 | 2008 - Victoria, Australia

State of Design Festival The Festival will cover many cross-disciplinary design agendas relating to the profession of design and the marketplace that it provides to. It offers local and international conversations on design.

Aug 13 - 23 | 2008 - Sydney, Australia

WORKSHOPPED 08 WORKSHOPPED identifies great Australian design and brings it to local and international attention. The exhibition will be the largest single event of Sydney Design 08 and is co-presented by the Powerhouse Museum.

Sept 8 - Jan 4 | 08-09 - London, UK

Cold War Modern: Art & Design in a Divided World The exhibition will showcase remarkable works by internationally renowned artists and designers along side the forgotten figures of the Cold War era, including rarely seen objects from Eastern Bloc countries.

Sep 13 - 16 | 2008 - Udine, Italy

Promosedia – 32nd International Chair Exhibition Trade visitors, renowned designers and leading companies in the sector will gather together to have a close-up look at the queen of the living area: the chair, but also at tables and furnishing accents accompanying it.

Sept 19 - 20 | 2008 - Chicago, Illinois

Design Research Conference 08 Design Research Conference is a collaborative forum hosted by the Institute of Design to explore emerging topics, methods and issues in design research across a wide spectrum of design disciplines.

Oct 2 - 3 | 2008 - Los Angeles, CA

NeoCon Xpress Los Angeles More than 150 manufacturers are expected to participate this year, showcasing new products from Chicago's NeoCon World's Trade Fair. Attendees will benefit from on-site amenities, educational seminars and special exhibits.

Oct 6 - 9 | 2008 - Hong Kong

6th Design & Emotion Conference 2008 The International Conference on Design & Emotion is a forum where practitioners, researchers and industry meet and exchange knowledge and insights concerning the cross-disciplinary field of design and emotion.

Oct 16 - 28 | 2008 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

DesignPhiladelphia DesignPhiladelphia showcases the disciplines of architecture, graphic design, product design, textiles, fashion, multimedia and urban design. With various tours, lectures, exhibitions, events and parties.

Nov 19 - 21 | 2008 - Boston, MA

Greenbuild International Conference & Expo The theme is of “Revolutionary Green: Innovations for Global Sustainability. USGBC’s Greenbuild conference and expo is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with peers, industry experts, and influential leaders.

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