Berlin, Germany - UNESCO City of Design

As the first German city to be appointed to the Network, Berlin has demonstrated remarkable social, economic and cultural achievements in the field of design, and as a crossroad of diverse backgrounds and histories, Berlin's design tradition and contemporary creation have influenced both national and international movements.  With a good grasp of the economic impact of its design industry, the city of Berlin has made great strides in coordinating policy, training and networking support for its stakeholders.

Buenos Aires, Argentina - UNESCO City of Design

Through public-private collaboration, the city of Buenos Aires has been able to harness the energy and innovation of its design sector for development initiatives on a local, regional and international level. Not only has the city diversified its economic growth potential, but it has also engaged a broad array of stakeholders in building one of the most vibrant and dynamic design scenes in Latin America. As a crossroad of diverse backgrounds, histories, people and ethnicities, the city of Buenos Aires has been capturing the essence of diversity and creativity in order to develop one of the most viable and productive design industries in the South American continent. Spanning the fields of fashion, architecture, industrial, interior and urban design with a keen focus on incorporating the latest technology and know-how, Buenos Aires is a city that inspires design.

Kobe, Japan - UNESCO City of Design

Appointed to the network in 2008.

Montreal, Canada - UNESCO City of Design

In May 2006 the city of Montreal was appointed a UNESCO City of Design.  Even the city itself acknowledges that design in Montreal is not simply for show but a source of daily well-being.  Not only has Montreal demonstrated that design can be a powerful tool in promoting inclusion and plurality of values, but the city has also called upon its citizens to play a critical and active part in mobilising design to inspire more innovative living environments that enhance daily life and existence. The city exudes great economic and social development potential through the engine of design, and there is no doubt that it is backed by the support and involvement of its public, private and civil society sectors.   

Nagoya, Japan - UNESCO City of Design

Appointed to the network in 2008.

Seoul, South Korea - UNESCO City of Design

Appointed to the network in 2010.

Shanhai, China - UNESCO City of Design

Appointed to the network in 2010.

Shenzhen, China - UNESCO City of Design

Appointed to the network in 2008.