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SUMMARY:Rivian Kids SF Design Week Marshmallow Metropolis Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join Rivian and Sunnyside early childhood educators during SF Design Week and become your own architect! Design\, prototype\, and build structures and discover which designs can withstand a dinosaur attack! \nRecommended age 3+ \n 
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/rivian-kids-sf-design-week-marshmallow-metropolis-challenge/
LOCATION:Rivian\, 340 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
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SUMMARY:SFDW Co-Working Space with Rivian X Design Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:Need a workspace during SF Design Week? The Rivian Space in Hayes Valley is opening as a co-working studio with free\, strong Wi-Fi and complimentary morning coffee. Plus\, when you’re done working\, you can get an up-close look at Rivian’s electric adventure vehicles—explore the features and even take one for a spin.\n\n  \n  
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/sfdw-co-working-space-with-rivian-x-design-bay-area-8/
LOCATION:Rivian\, 340 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Mini Retreat: Recharge. Refocus. Redesign Your Creative Career With Intent at St. Joseph's Art Society
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers a rare moment to step back and get clear on what’s next in your creative career. Through guided reflection and meaningful dialogue\, you’ll uncover what’s no longer serving you\, reconnect with what truly energizes you\, and walk away with practical insights to redesign your path with more purpose and intention. \nStep away from your daily hustle and join an inspiring 2-hour mini-retreat designed by Claudia Fulga in Partnership with Design Bay Area\, exclusively for the design community. \nJoin us at Saint Joseph’s Art Society\, a national historical landmark re-envisioned by designer Ken Fulk\, for a bespoke retreat with intent and a sense of empowerment.  This intentional space is your moment to pause\, reflect\, and gain crystal-clear insights on what truly matters to you\, personally and creatively. \nRetreats are a powerful catalyst for transformation—73% of participants gain clarity within a week\, creativity increases by 50% in nature\, burnout symptoms drop by up to 89%\, decision-making confidence rises by 32%\, and group connection boosts belonging by 68%\, making them one of the most effective ways to reset\, realign\, and reimagine your life or career. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nRelaxation & Recharge: Take a break from deadlines and reconnect with yourself in a peaceful\, intentional environment.\nClarity & Inspiration: Engage in guided exercises designed to help you identify and amplify what’s most meaningful in your creative life.\nConnection & Community: Network and share insights with like-minded creative professionals.\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With: \n\nRenewed energy and clarity on your creative priorities.\nPractical insights and actionable ideas to align your daily choices with your creative aspirations\nNew connections within the thriving SF Bay Area design community.\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nABOUT CLAUDIA FULGA\n\nClaudia Fulga is the Founder and Mindset & Career Coach of the Forty | Forty Group\, specializing in bespoke coaching and curated retreats. \nWith an extensive background as a leader at prominent tech and design  firms such as BAMO and Huntsman Architectural Group\, Claudia deeply understands the unique challenges and aspirations of creative professionals. \nThrough her tailored coaching practice\, Claudia empowers leaders across creative\, design\, technology\, and even professional racing fields. She helps ambitious professionals cultivate clarity\, confidence\, and an empowered mindset\, enabling them to design meaningful careers and lives—on their own terms. \nCHECK HER OUT \nwww.claudiafulga.com \nwww.claudiafulga.com/retreats \ninsta: @claudiafulgacoaching \n\n\n  \nABOUT DESIGN BAY AREA:\nDBA is the leading multi-disciplinary design\, arts and culture platform showcasing the San Francisco Bay Area’s influence globally.\nWe create opportunities for designers\, brands\, and organizations to thrive\, positioning the region as a leader in innovation\, tech\, sustainability\, and community impact.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/a-mini-retreat-recharge-refocus-redesign-your-creative-career-with-intent-at-st-josephs-art-society/
LOCATION:St Joseph’s Art Society\, 1401 Howard St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T160000
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SUMMARY:Reform by Design: A Service Design Community Mixer with Miro + SDN
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a partnership event between Miro and Service Design Network San Francisco where we will explore Design Week’s theme “Reform” and explore how to drive meaningful change in our personal and work lives. Through individual and small group reflection activities\, participants will have the chance to examine assumptions\, expand perspectives\, and uncover learnings that can be applied to your own design challenges. All are welcome to join\, including those who are new to service design. Come for the conversations and leave with new connections from the service design community!\n\n \nHappy hour bites and drinks will be served at 4:30PM. The activities are “go at your own pace” and we will gather for a group discussion around 5:30PM before ending at 6:00PM.\n\nDue to the size of the space and types of activities this event is capped at 35 people with a small waitlist. Get your ticket early!
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/reform-by-design-a-service-design-community-mixer/
LOCATION:Miro’s Montgomery St Office\, 44 Montgomery St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miro &amp%3B Service Design Network - SF Chapter":MAILTO:sdnsf15@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T160000
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SUMMARY:Artist Windy Chien's Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Artist Windy Chien will open the doors to her private studio located in the Heath Ceramics’ San Francisco building in the Mission District. She will give in-person guided tours of her studio\, giving insights into her process\, materials\, and inspirations. Available works and works-in-progress will be on view. Visitors will walk away with rare and special insight into the inner workings of her thriving artistic practice and the inspirational studio space that houses it. \nArtist Windy Chien is best known for her 2016 work\, The Year of Knots\, in which she learned a new knot every day for a year. Her work ranges in size from a knot that can fit in the palm of a child’s hand to room-sized installations that are sought after by private collectors. Following long careers at Apple and as the owner of legendary music shop Aquarius Records\, she launched her studio in 2015. Select clients include the National Geographic Society\, the De Young Museum\, the San Francisco MOMA\, Nobu Hotels\, Google\, the U.S. Department of State\, and the Kering Group\, and her work has been covered by Wired\, The New York Times\, and Martha Stewart. Windy’s book about her work was published by Abrams in 2019.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/artist-windy-chiens-open-studio/
LOCATION:Studio Windy Chien\, 550 Florida St.\, San Francisco\, California\, 94110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T190000
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SUMMARY:Branch Furniture - Bringing a Better Way to Work to San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the brand-new Branch San Francisco showroom for an evening of design\, conversation\, and connection. Get up close and personal with our full collection of ergonomic office furniture—designed to support focus\, comfort\, and creativity whether you’re outfitting a full floor office space or carving out a corner for productive work at home. Hear from the team on how we create products that balance beauty\, functionality and productivity\, while remaining accessibly priced. Come by for an evening of drinks\, snacks\, and a chance to win select samples.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/branch-furniture-bringing-a-better-way-to-work-to-san-francisco/
LOCATION:Branch San Francisco Retail Store\, 524 Washington Street\, San Francisco\, California\, 94111\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Branch Furniture":MAILTO:alessandro.pagura@branchfurniture.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T203000
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SUMMARY:Phone a (AI) Friend with Anthropic
DESCRIPTION:**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** \n Chances are\, designers have been playing with AI or hearing about it far more than they have actually spoken to someone working on the technology. This talk provides a rare opportunity for designers to step directly into conversation with the experts researching  and developing the AI technologies that are transforming creative industries. This event offers unprecedented access to the minds behind the algorithms. \nThis isn’t another AI showcase—it’s privileged access to meaningful conversations that typically happen behind closed doors\, recognizing designers as co-creators in tomorrow’s technologies.\n \nBeverages and snacks will be provided! \n\nSCHEDULE \n\n5:30 Doors Open\n6:30 Event Begins\n8:30 Event Ends\n\n*Address and instructions will be been emailed to REGISTERED ATTENDEES. \n 
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/phone-a-ai-friend/
LOCATION:Anthropic HQ\, 500 Howard St.\, San Francisco\, California\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anthropic":MAILTO:belonax@anthropic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T210000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat with Ian Yang / Gantri & Robert Brunner / Ammunition
DESCRIPTION:Ian Yang\, CEO/Founder of Gantri sits down with industrial design pioneer and founder of Ammunition\, Robert Brunner to discuss the impact of product design and innovation on manufacturing and consumption. \n  \nIan Yan\, CEO/Founder\, Gantri\n\n\n\n\n\nIan Yang is the Founder and CEO of Gantri\, a pioneering digital manufacturing platform that merges 3D printing technology with sustainable manufacturing. Raised between Shanghai and the U.K.\, Ian’s entrepreneurial spirit was shaped early by his parents’ global logistics business. After earning honors in Government and Economics from the London School of Economics\, he worked in strategy consulting before diving into design at Central Saint Martins. This fusion of business\, design\, and technology led him to San Francisco\, where stints in software engineering and product design sparked his vision for democratizing design through modern digital fabrication. Today\, Ian leads Gantri in redefining how thoughtful products are imagined\, made\, and experienced. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobert Brunner\, Founder & Creative Director\, Ammunition\nThe former Industrial Design Director at Apple and current Lead Designer for Beats by Dre\, Robert is a globally acclaimed product designer with over 40 years of experience. Robert built the pioneering internal corporate design organization at Apple\, and was a partner at the prestigious design consultancy\, Pentagram. Under his leadership\, his current studio Ammunition has developed iconic products for Beats\, Lyft\, Square\, Polaroid\, and numerous start-up enterprises. Robert’s work is part of the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and San Francisco\, and he has been named one of Fast Company’s “Most Creative People in Business”. He is also the co-author of the book “Do You Matter? How Great Design Will Make People Love Your Company.”
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/fireside-chat-with-ian-yang-robert-brunner/
LOCATION:Gantri\, 320 10th St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gantri":MAILTO:holland.denvir@gantri.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250503T172019Z
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SUMMARY:What they don't tell you about breaking into product design with AI Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Event description \nIn order to be in the top 1% of candidates\, you must do what the other 99% won’t. This is especially true in the current job market. In this session\, Kathy will walk you through exactly how she was able to land her dream job in product design. By listening to her personal story\, you’ll learn all the tips and tricks to put you in the top 1%. \nMeet the speaker: Kathy Wang is currently a product designer at Snorkel AI. She’s previously worked at Dropbox and IBM\, and received her master’s in Information Science from Cornell University. Kathy is based in San Francisco.  \nMeet the host: Jeremie Gluckman is building the Dovetail community for the AI-first customer intelligence practitioners. They will share how to embrace change in the fast paced tech industry.\n\nKey takeaways \n\nGain insights into what it’s like to work at a large company (like IBM) versus a smaller company (like Snorkel).\nLearn how to write a cold email that will catch the recruiter’s attention and guarantee you an interview with your dream company. (Most people don’t know how to write a good cold email. Kathy will teach you.)\nUnderstand how to usability test your portfolio. (You need to treat your portfolio like a product\, which means that you have to get feedback from others.)\nGet advice on how to navigate this competitive job market (i.e. how to get LinkedIn Premium for free\, which conferences to attend\, how to make sure you’re using timing to your advantage\, etc.). This session will be worth your while if you’re trying to get a job in product design.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/what-they-dont-tell-you-about-breaking-into-product-design-2/
LOCATION:Dovetail SF Office\, 660 Market Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, California\, 94104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dovetail":MAILTO:jeremie@dovetail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T150000
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SUMMARY:The Scent of Nostalgia: A Living Green Wall Within Reach
DESCRIPTION:The Scent of Nostalgia: A Living Wall Within Reach    \n Presented by Ovata  \n  \n Description:    \nWhat if a wall could carry memory\, scent\, and greenery—all at once? \n  \nInspired by the traditional Korean  병풍 Byung-poong (folding screen) \, Ovata presents a site-flexible installation: a  portable living wall  composed of hinged\, frame-based panels filled with  California native plants. Spread throughout the event venue\, these sculptural pieces are more than dividers—they are  multi-sensory green moments  that offer a breath of nature\, evoke regional nostalgia\, and serve as quiet visual anchors within the event energy. \n  \nEach panel transforms the space with  natural scents\, living textures \, and a subtle reference to the cultural practice of honoring people and place. Think of it as a  living scroll of memory and nature —brought into the present. \n  \nRather than serving as a static backdrop\, this installation  gently guides the flow of people \, encouraging organic circulation while shaping cozy niches for gathering\, pausing\, and connecting. Like a breeze through a forest\, its layout invites movement and mingling while offering soft\, intimate pockets of calm \n  \n Schedule:    \nNo fixed schedule. The green wall installation is designed to be  explored freely throughout the venue  during the event. \nThis is a  self-guided\, standalone installation —no formal presentation. \n  \n Bonus Features:    \n– Portable green wall panels placed throughout the venue \n–  Designed with California native species    \n–  QR codes on each panel  to explore featured plants and their ecological stories \n– Subtle  natural fragrance  in the air \n– Visual and spatial  flexibility  to frame or divide areas \n– Inspired by  병풍(Byung-poong) \, traditional Korean folding screens
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/the-scent-of-nostalgia-a-living-green-wall-within-reach-2/
LOCATION:Aura Tea and Coffee at Rincon Plaza\, 101 Spear Street Suite B5\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ovata LLC":MAILTO:jeon.eunhye@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T100000
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SUMMARY:More Than a Box: How Packaging Has Become the Product with Whipsaw and Zenpack
DESCRIPTION:Join Zenpack and Whipsaw for a brunch exploring the power of packaging as a brand expression and storytelling medium. Through a curated showcase of contrasting packaging designs—from sustainable solutions to bold\, influencer-ready experiences—guests will engage with physical prototypes\, learn about the packaging design process\, and connect with the teams behind them. Join fellow designers\, creatives\, and clients at Whipsaw’s Potrero Hill studio for a morning of Verve Coffee and brunch.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/more-than-a-box-how-packaging-has-become-the-product/
LOCATION:Whipsaw\, 55 Mississippi St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Whipsaw":MAILTO:saoirse@whipsaw.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250504T010502Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Creativity: Unleashing the Power of AI and Essential Tools in Adobe Photoshop
DESCRIPTION:During this comprehensive\, hands-on workshop\, participants will learn and practice the skills needed to effectively harness the latest AI-powered tools in Adobe Photoshop\, alongside key features essential to contemporary graphic design. This training is designed to enhance participants’ creative workflow\, empowering them to work more efficiently and with greater innovation for their design process. \nAttendees will gain practical experience in creating professional-quality designs and streamlining common tasks\, including advanced image editing\, seamless compositing\, and the development of visually compelling mockups. Each segment of the workshop will feature guided exercises to reinforce these skills\, ensuring participants leave with both a strong conceptual foundation and applicable\, real-world expertise. \nPlease bring your laptop fully charged with Adobe Photoshop available for the workshop. \nTOOLS & TOPICS COVERED: \n\nPhotoshop 2025 features (incl. AI-powered tools)\n\nGenerative Fill & Expand\n\nText-to-Image with Adobe Firefly integration\n\nNon-destructive workflow techniques\n\nLayer management\nColor and tonality Adjustment Layers\nMockup creation & Smart Objects\n\n  \nNicolas Gutierrez: \nPhotoshop instructor at UC Berkeley Extension\nFounder of Nico Gutierrez Photography \nNicolas Gutierrez\, M.F.A.\, is a commercial and art photographer based in San Francisco. He has a B.F.A. in Fine Arts from Los Andes University in Bogota\, Colombia. He moved to San Francisco in 1999\, where he pursued an M.F.A. in photography at the Academy of Art University and graduated top of his class. During the past 20 years\, Nicolas has worked in different aspects of image production for companies such as AirBnB\, Ubisoft\, 500PX\, XYZ and Gap and publications such SFMag\, 180 Mag\, SOMA\, 7×7 and the Financial Times. He has also exhibited his artwork in galleries in the U.S. and abroad. Nicolas’ interest in digital image creation brought him to teach Photoshop I at UC Berkeley Extension. He is committed to creating a friendly\, stimulating and unstressed educational environment\, understanding the unique needs of every student to help them reach their full potential.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/elevate-your-creativity-unleashing-the-power-of-ai-and-essential-tools-in-adobe-photoshop/
LOCATION:UC Berkeley Art and Design Extension Floor 6\, 160 Spear St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="UC Berkeley Extension":MAILTO:itrujillo@berkeley.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250426T142454Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Windy Chien's Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Artist Windy Chien will open the doors to her private studio located in the Heath Ceramics’ San Francisco building in the Mission District. She will give in-person guided tours of her studio\, giving insights into her process\, materials\, and inspirations. Available works and works-in-progress will be on view. Visitors will walk away with rare and special insight into the inner workings of her thriving artistic practice and the inspirational studio space that houses it. \nArtist Windy Chien is best known for her 2016 work\, The Year of Knots\, in which she learned a new knot every day for a year. Her work ranges in size from a knot that can fit in the palm of a child’s hand to room-sized installations that are sought after by private collectors. Following long careers at Apple and as the owner of legendary music shop Aquarius Records\, she launched her studio in 2015. Select clients include the National Geographic Society\, the De Young Museum\, the San Francisco MOMA\, Nobu Hotels\, Google\, the U.S. Department of State\, and the Kering Group\, and her work has been covered by Wired\, The New York Times\, and Martha Stewart. Windy’s book about her work was published by Abrams in 2019.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/artist-windy-chiens-open-studio-2/
LOCATION:Studio Windy Chien\, 550 Florida St.\, San Francisco\, California\, 94110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
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SUMMARY:Dynamic Minds: Creative Brilliance | The Magical World of Ken Fulk: Multi-Level Studio\, Loft\, New Supershop and Historic Basilica
DESCRIPTION:Ken Fulk is a renowned designer\, world-builder\, style icon\, and arts patron\, known for shaping the daily lives of clients over the past 25 years. He has crafted everything from homes and private jets to restaurants\, hotels\, and personal experiences like weddings and family retreats. With studios in San Francisco\, New York\, and Los Angeles\, his clients include tech leaders\, financial moguls\, rock stars\, and Pulitzer Prize winners. \nFulk oversees all aspects of his projects\, from design to branding\, custom scents\, uniforms\, and guest rituals. He partnered with Pharrell Williams to launch The Goodtime Hotel in Miami and serves as Creative Director at Major Food Group\, where he helps expand their global restaurant empire. He also co-founded Felix Roasting Co.\, a coffee brand reimagining café culture. Beyond design\, Fulk founded Saint Joseph’s Arts Society\, a nonprofit supporting local artists in San Francisco and Provincetown\, MA. \nA celebrated creative\, Fulk was named “The Incredible Fulk” by The Economist and has appeared on Architectural Digest’s AD100\, Elle Decor’s A-List. He was inducted into Hospitality Design’s Platinum Circle Hall of Fame\, and received DesignLA’s “Living Legend Award.” \nThe afternoon seminar:\nFor this Ken Fulk panoramic visit\, we will meet and greet at Ken Fulk headquarters. \nThere\, we will first  be welcomed and will  visit Ken’s latest sensation\, his dazzling new by appointment-only  shop\, Ken Fulk Purveyor of the Extraordinary. The alluring and inspiring shop offers design\, antiques\,  garden decor\, lifestyle\, curiosities\,   and Ken Fulk vintage finds\, Ken’s favorite books\, private collections\,   art\, accessories. Please note: Ken Fulk  has extended the offer of a designer discount of  ten per cent off for all attendees for purchases during Design Week.. \nWe visit the Magic Factory studio and atelier\, meet and have informal conversations with  KFI designers to discuss recent projects\, and view images of recent projects\, and study them. \nWe will carpool\, walk and gather at St. Joseph’s Arts Foundation to be welcomed by Martin Strickland\, the dynamic  director of St Joseph’s Arts Society. \nOn view at St. Joseph’s Arts Society for all attendees\, is: \n The dynamic new  FABRICATIONS show which  brings together Bay Area–based artists from The Space Program San Francisco residency who work with raw\, reclaimed\, and unconventional materials—reshaping\, repurposing\, and reinterpreting them to create meaning. \nThrough sculpture\, painting\, fiber arts\, ceramics\, video\, and mixed media\, these artists push the boundaries of material-based practices and offer fresh perspectives on our relationship with both the built and natural environments. Their works uncover the personal and cultural histories embedded in material itself\, revealing how what we create—and what we cast aside—reflects who we are and what we value. \nPresented at Saint Joseph’s Arts Society\, this exhibition also encourages reflection on material consumption and sustainability\, emphasizing the environmental consequences of production and disposal. By giving renewed life to overlooked or discarded matter\, the artists in FABRICATIONS invite us to question what we take for granted and to recognize the power of art to reimagine place\, identity\, and the future. \nParticipating artists include: Kristin Bauer\, Maria A. Guzmán Capron\, Julia Goodman\, Dana Hemenway\, Hughen/Starkweather\, Amy Nathan\, Rachelle Reichert\, Laurel Roth Hope\, Charlene Tan\, Henna Vainio\, Amber Jean Young\, and Connie Zheng. \nAbout Diane Dorrans Saeks:\nDiane Dorrans Saeks has been presenting her in-studio design seminars for San Francisco DESIGN WEEK for fourteen years. \nShe is the acclaimed author of 26 books on design\, travel\, interiors\, and architecture and gardens. \nShe is design editor for PAPERCITY magazine Dallas and Houston\, and an editor for C magazine\, and writes for many other publications. \nShe has published best-selling design books with Rizzoli\, Taschen and Chronicle Books. \nShe is co-founding editor of many publications\, including C California Style\, Metropolitan Home\, Indagare\,  and Garden Design. \nA lifelong arts advocate and a Francophile she lives in California and visits France as often as possible. \nSAN FRANCISCO\, CA – April 16 – Atmosphere at AD PRO x KEN FULK Private Preview Party on April 16th 2025 at Ken Fulk Magic Factory Peepshow and Loft in San Francisco\, CA (Photo – Drew Altizer) \n\nSAN FRANCISCO\, CA – April 16 – Atmosphere at AD PRO x KEN FULK Private Preview Party on April 16th 2025 at Ken Fulk Magic Factory Peepshow and Loft in San Francisco\, CA (Photo – Drew Altizer)
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/dynamic-minds-creative-brilliance-the-magical-world-of-ken-fulk-multi-level-studio-loft-new-supershop-and-historic-basilica/
LOCATION:Ken Fulk Studio\, 310 7th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="DIANE DORRANS SAEKS":MAILTO:ddswriter@earthlink.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250507T211148Z
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SUMMARY:Mix\, Mingle\, and Moodboard with Skona
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Sköna HQ for a happy hour open to all. One of our company values is dogged curiosity\, and after 20 years as a San Francisco-based business\, we’ve been thinking a lot about how we can help make the city we love even better.  \nWe’re inviting designers\, creatives\, and the generally curious alike to contribute to a collaborative digital moodboard exploring ways to contribute to the ongoing revitalization of SoMa and Downtown SF.  Our neighbors\, Yerba Buena Partnership\, will be in attendance to join the fun and answer questions about the cool things they’re doing to improve the neighborhood. \nWe’ll provide the snacks and beverages to keep those creative juices flowing. Just bring yourself\, a willingness to participate\, and if you’d rather work on your own device\, your laptop.   \n2-6pm: Mix\, mingle\, and moodboard. Come and go as you please.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/mix-mingle-and-moodboard-with-skona/
LOCATION:Skona HQ\, 147 Natoma St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Skona Advertising":MAILTO:boramy@skona.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250503T192529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T165649Z
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SUMMARY:Design x AI: SFDW Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a delightful happy hour and mixer focused on design at Create\, a generative AI-first platform that empowers individuals to build websites\, prototypes\, tools\, and apps using plain English. \nIn celebration of San Francisco Design Week\, we will gather in our cozy office near Union Square. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow designers\, AI enthusiasts\, and creatives while enjoying drinks and light bites. \nWe are excited to announce that our founding designer\, Zaria\, will give a brief presentation on Create and the future of design. At Create\, we envision a future where coding is as simple as having a conversation\, making software creation accessible to everyone. We believe that in ten years\, there could be one billion new “programmers\,” fundamentally changing how we engage with design and technology. \nWhether you are a designer looking to exchange ideas\, curious about our mission\, or eager to network\, you are warmly invited to celebrate design and creativity with us!
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/design-x-ai-sfdw-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Create\, 233 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, California\, 94108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Create.xyz":MAILTO:zaria@create.xyz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250505T220436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T021647Z
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Design and Sustainability @ Rivian
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore design and sustainability with a Rivian panel and explore how design and sustainability played a central role in the community space designed as the Rivian SF Flagship. Seats are extremely limited! \nPANELISTS:\nMarcos Mafia // MAFIA Bags \nLiz Guerrero // Rivian Brand Experience \nSophia Park // Rivian Color Material Finish \nRivian: How we design\n\nWe design for complete life cycles across everything we do. Our battery packs are designed to be easily removed from our vehicles and either recycled or used in “second life” applications such as stationary storage. The interiors of our vehicles are made from 100% animal-free materials. Dunnage containers at our plant are reusable and made from ocean-bound plastics. \n“A more sustainable transportation and energy future is not simple or inevitable. How we approach each challenge will ripple through history for generations.”\nAnisa Kamadoli Costa: RIVIAN CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER\n\n  \n 
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/the-intersection-of-design-and-sustainability-rivian/
LOCATION:Rivian\, 340 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T183000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250407T212424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T170059Z
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SUMMARY:Korean Waves in Design
DESCRIPTION:BlueStream Gallery\, a contemporary art space dedicated to innovative exhibitions and creative dialogue\, is thrilled to present “Korean Waves in Design” during SF Design Week 2025. As a gallery founded by Asian American designers\, we have consistently supported the Asian modern design community and beyond through diverse exhibitions. This event will spotlight Korean-inspired design and innovation\, exploring how traditional aesthetics\, materials\, and philosophies inspire contemporary product design. By highlighting the influence of K-Waves in design\, we aim to foster meaningful conversations about design’s role in cultural storytelling and bridge connections between Korean designers and the Bay Area design community. \nEvent Description\nThis immersive showcase will celebrate the vibrancy of contemporary Korean design\, featuring brands that seamlessly blend tradition with modern innovation. Attendees will explore the evolution of Korean design across digital experiences\, consumer products\, and tactile packaging. The space will highlight interactive media forms\, and visually striking branding alongside handcrafted textiles\, minimalist ceramics\, and sustainable materials. Through interactive exhibits and experiential storytelling\, this event will offer a deep dive into the creative forces shaping Korea’s dynamic design landscape today. \nKey elements of the event include: \n\nPanel Discussion (15 min; moderated by Soh Kim\, Stanford Food Design Lab): A short panel featuring Korean designers and Bay Area creatives discussing the intersection of tradition and innovation in design.\nOngoing Design Showcase Booths: A curated selection of Korean-inspired products and designs in both tangible and digital forms.\nCultural Networking: A casual networking session with curated Korean-inspired food and refreshments from Chimmelier x Jilli (Korean Tapas Restaurant)\, fostering connections between Korean designers and the Bay Area design community.\n\nGoals & Outcomes \n\nAmplify Visibility: Increase the visibility of cultural diversity in the Bay Area design landscape.\nShowcase Innovation: Highlight the integration of tradition and innovation from Asian-inspired design.\nFoster Collaboration: Facilitate connections and collaborations between designers\, Bay Area creatives\, and businesses who are interested in cultural diversity\nCultural Exchange: Promote cross-cultural understanding through design and storytelling.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/korean-waves-in-design/
LOCATION:BlueStream Gallery\, 555 Grant Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, California\, 94108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BlueStream Gallery":MAILTO:bluestreamgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250507T162921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T085615Z
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SUMMARY:Designing Relevance: How UX Teams Future-Proof Organizations with Open Table
DESCRIPTION:How do companies stay relevant over decades? For many\, the secret lies in continuous UX innovation and a deep commitment to customer needs. \nJoin us for a panel discussion featuring top design leaders from some of the most established online marketplaces. We’ll explore how continuous improvement of the  user experience has helped their companies navigate industry shifts\, evolve through transformation\, and remain competitive in an ever-changing landscape. We’ll also discuss how design leadership for an established yet evolving brand requires a blend of creativity\, determination\, adaptability\, and the ability to face setbacks head-on.  \nToday’s startups hope to become the household names of tomorrow—but what lessons from the past still hold up\, and which have expired? Our panelists will reflect on the pivotal design moments that shaped their organizations and share how they’re addressing similar challenges today. \nWhether you’re building something new or evolving a legacy product\, this conversation will offer inspiration and perspective on creating lasting impact through design. \nPanelists: \n\nBlake Engel\, VP of Design\, OpenTable\nSusan Dybbs\, VP of Design\, Etsy\nKelly Kinch\, VP of Design\, Yelp\nJared Benson\, Principal\, Volkswagen (Moderator)\n\nAgenda \n5:00 PM — Networking (refreshments + light bites provided) \n5:30 PM — Panel Begins \n6:30 PM — Audience Q&A \n7:00 PM — Post-panel Social \n  \nFind us at 120 Kearny St. San Francisco\, inside One Montgomery Tower
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/designing-relevance-how-ux-teams-future-proof-organizations-with-open-table/
LOCATION:OpenTable\, 120 Kearny St\, San Francisco\, 94107
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ORGANIZER;CN="OpenTable":MAILTO:bengel@opentable.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250503T174350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T231219Z
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SUMMARY:Unlock Your Power: Elevate Your Personal Brand
DESCRIPTION:Imagine what could happen if your reputation worked FOR you 24/7. Join Women in Innovation\, a community of innovators working together to break down the barriers that keep women from advancing and leading in innovation\, for a transformative event focused on harnessing the power of your personal brand to unlock new possibilities\, attract dream clients\, and build lasting influence. \nPersonal branding isn’t about being someone you’re not\, it’s about being strategic and showing up honestly. By gaining clarity on your core values and philosophies you’ll chart personal and professional paths with purpose and alignment. \nAt this interactive event\, you’ll learn:\n\nHow to uncover and articulate what truly sets you apart\nReal-world examples of women who’ve transformed either their careers or their client’s careers through personal branding\nHow to turn your story into your strongest asset\nActionable steps you can take immediately to boost your visibility and impact\n\nExpect a hands-on exercise\, lively discussion\, and practical takeaways you can use right away. This event is hosted by\, and geared towards\, women.  \n  \nThis event is for you if:\n\nYou want to grow your career\, business\, or influence\nYou’ve ever wondered how to create your own personal brand\nYou’re ready to invest in yourself and connect with other ambitious women\n\nMeet our Panelists:\n \nHost: Renee Frojo\, is a brand strategist\, storytelling coach\, and former journalist who helps founders and solo business owners build reputations people trust. She’s the creator of StoryMining\, a process that turns raw personal experiences into powerful brand narratives\, and the founder of A Good Reputation\, a newsletter and storytelling community for creative entrepreneurs. Her writing has been published in the BBC\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and San Francisco Business Times\, and her work has shaped content strategies for startups\, agencies\, and impact-driven brands. By day\, she builds story-driven brands; by night\, she wrangles two kids and dreams up her next creative retreat. Follow her on LinkedIn @reneelynnfrojo. \n  \n\n\n \nAshley Faus\, a marketer\, writer\, and speaker by day\, and a singer\, actor\, and fitness fiend by night. She’s the authors of\, “Human-Centered Marketing: How to Connect with Audiences in the Age of AI.” Her work has been featured in TIME\, Forbes\, and The Journal of Brand Strategy\, and she’s shared insights with audiences at Harvard Business Review\, INBOUND\, and MarketingProfs. She works for Atlassian\, a collaboration software maker on a mission to unleash the potential of every team. Follow her on LinkedIn @ashleyfaus \n\n\n\nBecca Chambers\, is an award-winning tech CMO\, venture marketer\, podcast host\, and personal branding expert\, who has become one of the most influential voices in sales and marketing on LinkedIn today. Known for her bold takes and no-BS approach to brand\, communications\, leadership\, and technology\, Becca’s insights reach millions of people every month. She’s been featured in The Wall Street Journal\, Fast Company\, Rolling Stone\, and The Washington Post\, and was recently ranked the #2 woman on LinkedIn. \nShe’s also the host of the Under Embargo podcast\, a sought-after speaker\, startup advisor\, passionate neurodiversity advocate\, and active philanthropist\, serving as Marketing Chair for the SF AFfiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Becca is currently CMO at Scale Venture Partners. Follow her on LinkedIn or at www.beccahasADHD.com. \n\n  \nThe Linkedin Community Space can be found on the ground floor of 222 Second Street.   \nAccess to the space is found behind the large lobby staircase on the left\, or through a direct lobby entrance.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/unlock-your-power-elevate-your-personal-brand/
LOCATION:LinkedIn Community Space: Ground Floor\, 222 2nd St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Innovation":MAILTO:laurac@womenininnovation.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250429T164332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T013854Z
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SUMMARY:Official SFDW Opening Night Reception with Rivian X Design Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:***Due to the popularity of this event\, and limited RSVP’s. The Opening Reception is completely sold out*** \nJoin us for the Official San Francisco Design Week Opening Party\, co-hosted by Rivian and DesignBayArea. We’ll gather\, see old friends and make new connections! Many of our speakers and VIPs will be in attendance as we gather to engage and connect! Have a drink on us\, and celebrate the launch of San Francisco Design Week 2025! \n\nLight bite experiences served up by local New Indian Tiya SF\nSwag for the first 120 attendees through the door\n\nFor our 21+ attendees: \n\nExceptional wine from Flowers Vineyard + Winery\nSip on Golden Rule Spirits\n\n  \n*OnePass Registration is required to attend this event. This event is sold out! \n  \n      
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/official-sfdw-opening-night-reception-with-rivian-x-design-bay-area/
LOCATION:Rivian\, 340 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250519T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T041235Z
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SUMMARY:The Scent of Nostalgia: A Living Green Wall Within Reach
DESCRIPTION:The Scent of Nostalgia: A Living Wall Within Reach    \n Presented by Ovata  \n  \n Description:    \nWhat if a wall could carry memory\, scent\, and greenery—all at once? \n  \nInspired by the traditional Korean  병풍 Byung-poong (folding screen) \, Ovata presents a site-flexible installation: a  portable living wall  composed of hinged\, frame-based panels filled with  California native plants. Spread throughout the event venue\, these sculptural pieces are more than dividers—they are  multi-sensory green moments  that offer a breath of nature\, evoke regional nostalgia\, and serve as quiet visual anchors within the event energy. \n  \nEach panel transforms the space with  natural scents\, living textures \, and a subtle reference to the cultural practice of honoring people and place. Think of it as a  living scroll of memory and nature —brought into the present. \n  \nRather than serving as a static backdrop\, this installation  gently guides the flow of people \, encouraging organic circulation while shaping cozy niches for gathering\, pausing\, and connecting. Like a breeze through a forest\, its layout invites movement and mingling while offering soft\, intimate pockets of calm \n  \n Schedule:    \nNo fixed schedule. The green wall installation is designed to be  explored freely throughout the venue  during the event. \nThis is a  self-guided\, standalone installation —no formal presentation. \n  \n Bonus Features:    \n– Portable green wall panels placed throughout the venue \n–  Designed with California native species    \n–  QR codes on each panel  to explore featured plants and their ecological stories \n– Subtle  natural fragrance  in the air \n– Visual and spatial  flexibility  to frame or divide areas \n– Inspired by  병풍(Byung-poong) \, traditional Korean folding screens
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/the-scent-of-nostalgia-a-living-green-wall-within-reach-3/
LOCATION:Aura Tea and Coffee at Rincon Plaza\, 101 Spear Street Suite B5\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ovata LLC":MAILTO:jeon.eunhye@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250507T003330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T042044Z
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SUMMARY:Color as Catalyst: Design for Social Impact with Project Color Corps and Fuseproject
DESCRIPTION:Join moderator Dawn Zidonis for a Fireside Chat with Laura Guido-Clark\, Founder and CEO of Love Good Color and Project Color Corps and Yves Behar\, Founder and CEO of Fuseproject as they revisit their collaboration between Project Color Corps and fuseproject at the Willie Mays Boys & Girls Club in San Francisco’s Hunters Point. Through community-led workshops\, kids created a “Good Fun” color palette that transformed their space and reflected their voices. \nThis conversation will explore how color can shape perception\, mood\, and behavior—and how it continues to drive meaningful transformation\, creating equity\, joy and belonging in neighborhoods. \nSPEAKERS: \n\nABOUT LAURA-GUIDO CLARK: \nLaura Guido-Clark is an expert in the skin of consumer products – their color\, materials\, and finish.  \nThroughout her twenty-plus year career\, Laura has analyzed the conscious and unconscious influences that drive buying decisions. She has been dubbed an ‘Experience Consultant’ because of her ability to translate those influences into prescient forecasting and concrete applications of color and finish for new products.  \nIn 2017\, Laura launched her groundbreaking color methodology called LOVE GOOD COLOR. LOVE GOOD COLOR integrates science and the senses\, enabling designers to factor in emotive response when using color.  \nLaura has helped companies such as Herman Miller\, HP\, Samsung\, and Toyota use color and materials on their products that resonate with consumers and succeed in competitive markets. Her textile and pattern design includes work for HBF\, Pallas\, Carnegie\, and FLOR.  \nLaura’s expertise ranges from textiles to consumer products such as automotive\, electronics\, and major household appliances. \nIn 2011\, Laura founded Project Color Corps\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to painting urban neighborhoods with color and pattern that impart positive messages of joy\, equity and belonging. The organization is now flourishing in four cities across the country. \n  \n\nABOUT YVES BEHAR: \nYves Behar is the Founder and CEO of fuseproject\, a design and innovation studio based in San Francisco and Lisbon. He has launched over 100 early-stage ventures and developed products for brands such as Samsung\, Herman Miller\, and L’Oréal. His work is rooted in the belief that design accelerates the adoption of new ideas\, shaping products that transform how we live. \nBehar is known for creating iconic products like the SNOO smart sleeper\, Herman Miller Sayl chair\, and Samsung Frame TV. He has also led humanitarian projects such as a partnership with the non-profit The Ocean Cleanup\, and See Better to Learn Better\, which have improved millions of lives globally. \nA leader in AI and robotics\, Behar and Fuseproject designed Moxie\, an emotionally intelligent robot for children\, ElliQ\, an AI companion for the elderly\, and Maxio for AES – an AI-driven robot that installs solar panels in half the time at half the cost. His work is included in the collections of major museums\, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. \nBehar has received over 300 awards and has been named one of TIME Magazine’s Top 25 Visionaries. Forbes recognized him as the “Most Influential Industrial Designer in the World.” \n  \n\nMODERATOR: DAWN ZIDONIS\n \nCo-founder and CEO of Design Bay Area and San Francisco Design Week. Design Bay Area is the leading multi-disciplinary design\, arts and culture platform showcasing the innovation\, influence and reach of the products and brands in our region. \nDawn is also the co-founder of World Design Weeks\, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting international design weeks\, sharing resources and content while fostering conversations and relationships between design cities. \nShe has served on the board of directors at The Center for Architecture and Design in San Francisco which produces Architecture and the City\, a month long celebration of Architecture and Design. Dawn calls herself “a total introvert” but no one who actually knows her believes it.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/color-as-catalyst-design-for-social-impact-with-project-color-corps-and-fuseproject/
LOCATION:Four One Nine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250519T132152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T184338Z
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SUMMARY:SFDW Co-Working Space with Rivian X Design Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:Need a workspace during SF Design Week? The Rivian Space in Hayes Valley is opening as a co-working studio with free\, strong Wi-Fi and complimentary morning coffee. Plus\, when you’re done working\, you can get an up-close look at Rivian’s electric adventure vehicles—explore the features and even take one for a spin.\n\n  \n  
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/sfdw-co-working-space-with-rivian-x-design-bay-area/
LOCATION:Rivian\, 340 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T162746
CREATED:20250509T200958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T042209Z
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SUMMARY:Am I the Creative\, or Just the Prompt? with Pablo Stanley
DESCRIPTION:A doodle-filled fireside chat about creativity in the age of AI—from the thrill of working with these tools to the creeping fear of being replaced by them. Pablo Stanley shares his personal journey with generative tech\, the tension between control and collaboration\, and what it means to stay human when a robot helps you with your ideas. Live iPad sketching included. \n  \n  \n  \nABOUT PABLO STANLEY: \n\n\n\n\nHola\, I’m a Co-founder at Musho—AI Designer\, Blush\, and Lummi—tools to unlock people’s creativity. Working in Bueno\, and previously made Robotos\, Humankind\, Transhumans\, Humaaans\, Open Peeps\, etc . Previously I was a Lead at InVision\, a Staff Designer at Lyft\, and co-founder of Carbon Health. I give design workshops and share design tutorials on YouTube. I also host a design podcast\, manage Latinxs Who Design\, give talks around the world\, and write silly comics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlush / Instagram / Twitter / Medium / LinkedIn / YouTube / Newsletter \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/am-i-the-creative-or-just-the-prompt-with-pablo-stanley/
LOCATION:FourOneNine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fashioning Reform: A Panel with Sonya Yu
DESCRIPTION:“What if” we reinvented fashion? “What if” that reinvention helped change the world? And “what if” every designer asked themselves “what if” to spark lasting change? \nThe innovative designers Ann Duskus\, Paolo Cui and Stella Harry Lee ask themselves this question to change how they approach and execute designs while creating a fashion forward model of sustainability via their chosen mediums: bespoke footwear for Ann through her consultancy Studio Duskus\, reworked vintage and sashiko mending workshops for Paolo through his brand Idle Worship\, and experimental fibers for Stella through her material design studio. \nIn conversation with Four One Nine founder Sonya Yu\, the three designers explore the idea of reform—and stagnancy—in the fashion industry\, manufacturing\, supply chain\, and personal creativity.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/fashioning-reform-a-panel-with-sonya-yu/
LOCATION:Four One Nine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:James Hurst: The Tension of Design Between the Familiar and the Unfamiliar
DESCRIPTION:Design has always been a tension between the familiar and the unfamiliar. \nToo normal? No one notices.\nToo weird? No one understands.\nThe sweet spot? That’s where culture shifts. \nI’ll be talking about the creative framework that’s shaped much of my work over the past two decades:\n   Weird the Normal — making the everyday feel strange\, delightful\, or uncanny.\n   Normal the Weird — taking complex or unconventional ideas and making them feel obvious. \nFrom rethinking global brand systems at Google to building playful weirdness into Tinder\, I’ve found that creative impact often comes down to how bravely — and precisely — we calibrate those two forces. \nIn this talk\, I’ll share:\n– Why our cultural definition of “normal” is eroding (and why that’s a good thing)\n– How to use AI not just to generate\, but to reframe\n– Real stories from the frontlines of brand reinvention\, product design\, and semiotic strategy\n– Tools to help your team design for emotional resonance\, not just efficiency \nIf you’re working at the intersection of creativity and technology — this is for you. \n\nCome find me at SF Design Week — I’ll be in conversation\, sharing new ideas\, and probably drawing some weird diagrams. \n  \nABOUT JAMES HURST: \nJames Hurst is a designer\, author\, Partner & Chief Creative Officer at Zag. \nHe has led creative teams at some of the world’s most influential tech companies — as Head of Brand Design at Google\, Global Creative Director at Pinterest\, and Creative Director at Tinder — where he helped shape product-led brand experiences at scale. James is the author of Use Design To Design Change\, a practical framework for building brands with purpose\, and teaches a course on AI and Aesthetic Intelligence\, equipping creatives with the tools to thrive in a new era of design. \nWork etc & Rogue School
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/james-hurst-the-tension-of-design-between-the-familiar-and-the-unfamiliar/
LOCATION:Four One Nine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Design Edge: Reimagining Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring conversation where we explore the frontiers of climate innovation through design. This exclusive San Francisco Design Week roundtable brings together four leaders who are pioneering solutions to environmental challenges through creative approaches to materials\, behavior change\, and perception. \nDiscover how how innovators are creating tangible solutions at the intersection of design and climate action. Through their work\, they explore a critical superpower in the climate crisis: making sustainable solutions not just viable but desirable. Together we’ll examine how design thinking can transform complex climate initiatives into compelling experiences that drive adoption and inspire change. \nFORMAT: \n\nIntroductions\n5-7 minute presentations\nDiscussion and Q+A\n\nPRESENTERS: \n\nJulia Marsh – Co-founder and CEO of Sway\, transforming seaweed into innovative packaging materials that replace single-use plastics with regenerative alternatives designed to work in harmony with natural ecosystems\nNatalia Kowaleczko – Founder and Creative Director of Pact Studio\, reimagining sustainability initiatives and technologies through strategic design and visual narratives that amplify impact and adoption\nBaillie Mishler – Founding Industrial Designer of PROWL Studio\, bringing products\, research and storytelling to life through a ‘We Begin with the End™’ ethos\, an earth-centered framework\, strategic collaboration\, and by placing materials at the center of development.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/the-design-edge-reimagining-climate-action/
LOCATION:Four One Nine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tolleson Open House
DESCRIPTION:We’re opening the doors of our Sausalito studio\, just a few short blocks from the ferry terminal. It’s a space we’ve designed to elevate how we think\, design\, write\, and work together. Come by and meet our team\, grab a snack\, get an inside look into our process\, and take in some relaxing bay views.\n\nAbout Tolleson \nOur brand studio helps organizations discover\, articulate\, and express their most ownable truths. Through strategy\, design\, writing\, and photography\, we create brand systems that bring clarity and credibility to their work\, now and into the future.\nFor over 40 years\, we’ve established brands for organizations that are redefining their industries—from the likes of Nike\, Electronic Arts\, UCSF\, and Lucid Motors to startups and small businesses at every stage of growth.\n\n  \nMore at tolleson.com.
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/tolleson-open-house/
LOCATION:Tolleson Sausalito studio\, 101 Caledonia Street\, Sausalito\, California\, 94965\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Resilience: Reimagining Urban Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring conversation\, moderated by co-founder of Galanter & Jones\, Miranda Jones\, with four visionary Bay Area landscape designers who are reimagining outdoor spaces for our changing climate. Molly Sedlacek (Orca) shares perspectives on sustainable coastal design\, while Daniel Nolan demonstrates the beauty and practicality of drought-resistant gardens. Holly Kuljian (Pine House Edible Gardens) reveals how productive food landscapes can transform urban environments\, and Anooshey Rahim (Dune Hai Landscape Design) discusses culturally-responsive and contemporary landscape solutions. Together\, they’ll explore how thoughtful design can create resilient\, beautiful\, and functional spaces in our changing climate. Discover how these visionaries are transforming the Bay Area through innovative approaches to design that honor both natural ecosystems and cultural heritage. \nModerated by: Miranda Jones\, Co-founder Galanter & Jones \nMolly Sedlacek – ORCA \nDaniel Nolan –Daniel Nolan Design  \nHolly Kuljian – Pine House Edible Gardens \nAnooshey Rahim – Dune Hai
URL:https://sfdesignweek.embold.net/event/cultivating-resilience-reimagining-urban-landscapes/
LOCATION:Four One Nine\, 419 10th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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