Barcelona Design Week 2026 Opens 21st Edition Under PRO-TEST Theme

The 21st edition of Barcelona Design Week, themed PRO-TEST and curated by Alessandro Manetti, takes place until October 25, 2026. This year’s festival includes 140 events throughout Barcelona and its surroundings, engaging nearly 100 brands and institutions. Activities encompass exhibitions, installations, talks, workshops, and open studios, emphasizing design's importance in challenging traditional models in the face of AI and climate issues. The Underground BDW platform returns to Parking Gallery, showcasing 30 exhibitors from eight different countries. Highlights feature LAMAQUINA's ceramic pieces for the Sagrada Família and Quantum Compass from the Barcelona Supercomputing Center. The event covers 16 Associated Venues, including NTT DATA and WMF, and features artistic displays in 185 shops. Elisava also marks its 65th anniversary with a special exhibition.