World Design Organization

Lilium Receives EASA Design Organization Approval

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Monday, November 27, 2023

Design Organization Approval reflects a seal of quality assurance for companies in aviation design, formally acknowledging a company’s ability to design and develop safe and compliant aircraft.

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  • Design Organization Approval reflects a seal of quality assurance for companies in aviation design, formally acknowledging a company’s ability to design and develop safe and compliant aircraft.
  • Achieving Design Organization Approval reflects EASA’s confidence in Lilium and differentiates us against others currently pursuing eVTOL development and regulatory approval.
  • Receiving Design Organization Approval from EASA further motivates us on our path to commercialize the revolutionary Lilium Jet.”
    Bhavesh Mandalia, Lilium Chief Airworthiness Officer and Deputy CTO, commented: “Today’s announcement has been more than six years in the making.
  • I would like to congratulate Lilium on achieving this Design Organization Approval, which advances Europe’s electric aviation activity.”
    According to Lilium’s Design Organization Approval, Lilium is qualified to design and be a type certificate holder for aircraft developed according to EASA’s SC-VTOL rules, the comprehensive set of eVTOL requirements that EASA finalized in 2019 and which represent the highest safety objectives globally for eVTOL aircraft.

Materialise, Proponent, and Stirling Dynamics Sign Letter of Intent to Provide Certified 3D-Printed Cabin Solutions

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

LEUVEN, Belgium, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Materialise NV (NASDAQ:MTLS) , a global pioneer in 3D printing solutions and services, Proponent, the largest independent aerospace distributor, and Stirling Dynamics, an EASA 21.J-certified Aerospace Design Organization, have announced the signing of a letter of intent (LOI) aimed at providing certified cabin solutions for aircraft.

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  • Stirling Dynamics, an Expleo company, strengthens an existing partnership between Materialise and Proponent that was formed in 2021.
  • By combining their unique forces, the three companies can support the aerospace aftermarket with the design, production, and distribution of certified 3D-printed cabin solutions.
  • As an aerospace-approved Design Organization (DOA), Stirling Dynamics develops improved, certified designs for 3D-printed interior cabin parts and provides complete aircraft documentation and installation instructions.
  • Already, several cabin repair solutions have been successfully developed between Stirling Dynamics and Materialise, solving specific issues the customers face in their cabins.

California Welcomes New Attractions and Celebrates Milestone Anniversaries in 2024

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California invites travelers to experience an abundance of new offerings coming online in 2024. Throughout the year, the Golden State will celebrate the opening of exciting new attractions, rich educational offerings, milestone theme park anniversaries, luxury hotels and more.

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  • Throughout the year, the Golden State will celebrate the opening of exciting new attractions, rich educational offerings, milestone theme park anniversaries, luxury hotels and more.
  • "Landmark new attractions and experiences – paired with milestone anniversary celebrations – make 2024 the perfect time to plan a trip to the Golden State."
  • In 2024, LEGOLAND California turns 25 and is celebrating with new attractions, entertainment and experiences.
  • In addition, California is a leader in sustainable practices, with 80% of the state's wine produced by Certified California Sustainable wineries.

Taiwan Design Research Institute Announcing First City Design Index Research in Tokyo, Japan, for World Design Assembly

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

TAIPEI, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Design Organization (WDO) host the World Design Assembly (WDA) in Tokyo, Japan from October 27 to 29, 2023.

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  • TAIPEI, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Design Organization (WDO) host the World Design Assembly (WDA) in Tokyo, Japan from October 27 to 29, 2023.
  • As an important member of the international design community and a long-term member and partner of WDO, Taiwan Design Research Institute (TDRI) was also invited to participate.
  • TDRI's predecessor, Taiwan Design Center (TDC), collaborated with Sumida District on the "Japanese Craftsmanship x Taiwan Design" project in 2015.
  • By cooperating with international design organizations and academic research units, Taiwan's design research energy will further contribute to the world.

International Design Conference Unveils Powerful Program for 2023 Edition in New York City

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) is proud to unveil the captivating program for its 2023 International Design Conference & IDSA Education Symposium, taking place in New York City from August 23-25. As the premier event in the field of industrial design, the IDC brings together the brightest minds and visionaries to celebrate innovation, community, and the transformative power of design.

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  • NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) is proud to unveil the captivating program for its 2023 International Design Conference & IDSA Education Symposium, taking place in New York City from August 23-25.
  • The annual conference serves as a platform for sharing ideas, forging connections, gaining inspiration, and staying up to date with the latest trends in design.
  • Mainstage Sessions: Gain valuable insights and expertise from a range of industries such as business strategy, technology, mobility, industrial design, software design, and innovation.
  • This year's media partners include ARTS THREAD, Climate Designers, Core77, DesignWanted, Gray Magazine, ICFF + WantedDesign Manhattan, and World Design Organization.

BRP ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF THE 5TH BRP INTERNATIONAL DESIGN COMPETITION

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Friday, March 24, 2023

ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.

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  • ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.
  • The competition allowed students to put into practice their academic, technical and creative skills, while benefiting from advice and mentoring from BRP employees.
  • In addition, the competition's 10 finalists attended Arctic Design Week, along with some of their professors and members of the BRP team.
  • The BRP International Design Competition is yet another example of the powersports leader's commitment to playing an active role in creating a brighter future for all.

The Grand 2022 DIA Awards Announced

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

DIA adheres to the brand standard and operation mode of international awards, creates the "DIA Evaluation System" for contemporary design innovation, promotes the integration of industrial design and intelligent innovation technology between China and the world, and continuously expands its international influence.

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  • DIA adheres to the brand standard and operation mode of international awards, creates the "DIA Evaluation System" for contemporary design innovation, promotes the integration of industrial design and intelligent innovation technology between China and the world, and continuously expands its international influence.
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    The 2022 DIA started the call for entry around the world on April 9, 2022.
  • Highlights appeared one after another at the grand ceremony, and many super projects were announced on site, starting a new journey for DIA to set sail for the future.
  • Wang Yun, Secretary General of DIA Committee and Professor of China Academy of Art, is releasing the DIA Design Intelligence Trend Report
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    The DIA Design Intelligence Trend Report mainly includes three research reports: DIA platform trend, design ontology trend and industrial trend driven by design.

WDO launches call for proposals to host its World Design Assembly in 2025

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

MONTREAL, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- World Design Organization (WDO)® has launched its bid process to identify a host for its 34th World Design Assembly®.

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  • MONTREAL, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- World Design Organization (WDO)® has launched its bid process to identify a host for its 34th World Design Assembly®.
  • The organization is seeking proposals from entities interested in welcoming the international design community to their city in 2025.
  • Held biennially, the World Design Assembly brings together WDO's leadership, members, key industry stakeholders and others from around the globe to engage, reflect and discuss key issues affecting the design profession and the world at large.
  • The designated host will be notified in August 2023, with a public announcement scheduled to take place in October 2023 during the 33rd World Design Assembly in Tokyo (Japan).

WDO launches call for proposals to host its World Design Assembly in 2025

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

MONTREAL, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - World Design Organization (WDO)® has launched its bid process to identify a host for its 34th World Design Assembly®.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - World Design Organization (WDO)® has launched its bid process to identify a host for its 34th World Design Assembly®.
  • The organization is seeking proposals from entities interested in welcoming the international design community to their city in 2025.
  • Held biennially, the World Design Assembly brings together WDO's leadership, members, key industry stakeholders and others from around the globe to engage, reflect and discuss key issues affecting the design profession and the world at large.
  • The designated host will be notified in August 2023, with a public announcement scheduled to take place in October 2023 during the 33rd World Design Assembly in Tokyo (Japan).

GOOD DESIGN GRAND AWARD 2022 Announced

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Monday, November 7, 2022

Japan Institute of Design Promotion , the organizer of the GOOD DESIGN AWARD, has announced the recipient of the 2022 GOOD DESIGN GRAND AWARD.

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  • Japan Institute of Design Promotion , the organizer of the GOOD DESIGN AWARD, has announced the recipient of the 2022 GOOD DESIGN GRAND AWARD.
  • Following final voting by this years judges, GOOD DESIGN AWARD winners and audience, Children supportive community Magical Dagashiya Tyrol-Do won the GOOD DESIGN GRAND AWARD, presented to the design that is symbolic of the year 2022.
  • The GOOD DESIGN GRAND AWARD represents the highest standard of excellence among the years GOOD DESIGN AWARD winning works.
  • Established in 1957, the GOOD DESIGN AWARD is a prestigious design award in Japan.