Despite its small size and remote location, Iceland is home to a vibrant, energetic design community. The shared efforts of its creative network come to life in Reykjavik during DesignMarch, a five-day event (until 7 May 2023) showcasing the country’s best craftspeople, designers, makers and brands, as well as collaborations with international creatives.
The theme for 2023 is 'What Now?', a question that encourages designers and studios to explore what is happening at the moment, and what the future will or could look like. Themes of circularity and explorations of local abundant materials (such as wool, algae and lava stone) are recurring throughout the projects, signalling a design community preoccupied with a sustainable approach to making as much as creativity. Over 100 exhibitions across the city animate shops, galleries and studios, with events ranging from architecture to fashion, beauty and furniture.
