Curated by Edwin Low (Supermama) and Suzy Annetta (Design Anthology), with the support of DesignSingapore Council and FIND – Design Fair Asia, the fourth edition of EMERGE @ FIND features an expanded lineup, showcasing works by over 70 designers from across Asia. Alongside designers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam, this is also the first edition to include designers from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
This year’s theme, “Dialogue Through Design”, frames design not simply as an aesthetic pursuit, but as a language for storytelling and a tool for navigating complexity. It explores how design acts as a bridge between disciplines, cultures, and urgent global issues. By treating design as an active conversation, EMERGE @ FIND presents works that provoke thought, foster connections, and expand the possibilities of what design can do.
The showcase is organised around two key sections: Design Object and Design Social. Together, they explore how design shapes and is shaped by the world around us. The programme includes a panel discussion and a series of designer-led dialogues hosted by the curatorial team.
Curators of EMERGE 2025
Edwin Low
Founder of Supermama
Suzy Annetta
Co-Founder of Design Anthology
EMERGE 2025 Curatorial Brief
“DIALOGUE THROUGH DESIGN”
Design is more than an aesthetic pursuit- it is a language, a tool for storytelling, and a way to navigate complexity. Dialogue through Design explores how design acts as a bridge between disciplines, cultures, and pressing global issues. By framing design as an active conversation, this exhibition seeks to present works that provoke thought, foster connections, and expand the possibilities of what design can do.
With a primary focus on Southeast Asia while remaining open to broader Asian perspectives, Dialogue through Design will showcase works from established designers, emerging talents, and artisans who are pushing the boundaries of contemporary design.
This year’s edition is structured around two sections- Design Object and Design Social, which together explore how design both shapes and is shaped by the world around us. Within each section, specific dialogues frame the critical issues, approaches, and challenges designers are responding to today.
Edwin Low, Founder of Supermama
“For me, EMERGE has always been more than just an exhibition. It is a cultural snapshot, a time capsule of ideas and practices. Taking on the role of curator has been both humbling and energising. As much as I bring my perspective to the showcase, I also see myself as a listener-gathering stories, making space for others, and assembling a platform that reflects the richness of Southeast Asia.”
Dawn Lim, Executive Director, DesignSingapore Council
“It is amazing to witness the growth of EMERGE since it started as part of FIND – Design Fair Asia at Singapore Design Week in 2022. It has become the key platform to showcase and discover Southeast Asian designers globally. This gives designers access to buyers, brands and potential partnerships and opens up new possibilities for greater commercialisation and success.”
EMERGE 2025: VIEW PARTICIPATING DESIGNERS
RELIVING HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2024
Please note that our trade event is designed for adult professionals.
Terms & Conditions: Visitors must be at least 18 years old and above to attend.
