©Ben KuhlmannFunders and supporters of WDC 2026
The World Design Capital 2026 is funded by:
Further funded by:
The application for the title of World Design Capital® is based on an initiative by the Werkbundakademie Darmstadt. Between 2014 and 2020, it brought together people who have shaped the project ever since. As a contractual partner of the WDO, Design FRM gGmbH is now responsible for the implementation of the project.
Statements
©Sinah Osner / Hessisches Staatsministerium
©Oliver Tamagnini
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©Anja KöhnePartnerships (Sponsorships)
Companies can showcase their innovative strength, social responsibility, and economic vision—while connecting with global stakeholders.
Media partnerships
Donations by:
- bayern design
- Dr. Marschner Stiftung
- Samsung Electronics
Friends of WDC 2026
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- Deka Bank
- Groß & Partner / FOUR Frankfurt
- Hauser Lacour
- KfW Stiftung
- Kimpton Hotel
- Massif Central
- Nordisk
- Nuuna Books
- satis&fy
- Stadtmarketing Frankfurt
- Stan Hema
- UN Studios
- Urban Media Project
Advisory Board
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©Thomas SchogerOur Advisory Board guides us on the journey towards World Design Capital 2026, with their experience and passion.
Expert Council
©WDCThe panel of experts gave us with valuable support during the project selection process.
Voices of the project
Our Advisory Board and Expert Council give exciting answers to the question:
‘How can we make our future better – and how can design contribute to this?’
