05/13/2026
This week, New York belongs to design. Introducing a guide to 2026, curated by Head & Hand.
As the festival unfolds across the city, we’re proud to be part of the conversation alongside a dynamic group of clients, collaborators, galleries, and cultural institutions shaping the week through exhibitions, installations, and new works.
Uptown, joins Design: The Theater of Excellence at the Italian Trade Agency (), a multisensory presentation celebrating contemporary Italian design and craftsmanship.
Location: The Italian Trade Agency, 33 East 67th Street
When: May 12–15
At the Payne Whitney Mansion, .albertine’s fourth edition of Oui Design! brings together exhibitions and installations celebrating the evolving dialogue between French and American creative communities, guided by ’s curatorial vision.
Location: Villa Albertine, 972 Fifth Avenue
When: May 14–18 | Thurs 10am–2pm | Fri–Mon 11am–6pm
Meanwhile at , NYCxDESIGN’s SHINE exhibition gathers original lighting works from across the international design community, including pieces by / and .
Location: The Seaport, 19 Fulton St
When: May 14–20
Downtown, presents To Enchant the Eye: The Luminous Color of Jean Royère, a vibrant exploration of color, harmony, and joie de vivre through iconic and newly released archival works.
Location: Royère Gallery, 315 Spring St
When: May 14–20
While in Chelsea, unveils Inca City at — a sculptural body of work inspired by a geological formation on Mars that blurs the line between art and design.
Location: Ralph Pucci, 44 W 18th St
When: May 19 | 3–5 PM
And at , contemporary French artists and designers take focus as part of Oui Design!, highlighting voices shaping today’s expanding dialogue between collectible design, craft, and fine art.
Location: Todd Merrill Studio, 80 Lafayette St
When: May 19 | 2–3 PM
Six events worth clearing your calendar for. Consider this your itinerary for the week.