design-ED are a collective of Edinburgh based designers/makers forming a dynamic, cohesive and creative working group. Its aims are to actively promote its members nationally and internationally, bringing global attention to the quality and diversity of contemporary Scottish design.

The thirteen members of design-ED represent respected artists in fields including glass, ceramics, textiles, fashion, metalwork, basketry, lighting and furniture. Individually successful as award winning international artists and designers, the group stages exhibitions to show case the best of Scotland's talent.

Exhibitions have so far been staged in Frankfurt, Stockholm as well in Edinburgh. Future exhibitions are listed on our events page.