The Belgian design scene is vast and diverse. Belgian institutions are always at the forefront of supporting the people, new projects and products that make our country dynamic and unique.
D2B Designers to Business - Open Call
It is a unique opportunity for the designers to present their work to companies who are looking for new products.
Since 2007, the event has been bringing Belgian designers together with international publishers. These professional meetings offer a unique opportunity to establish direct contacts, exchange knowledge and initiate new collaborations. Previous editions have attracted more than 60 international companies, including renowned brands such as Droog (NL), Fiam Italia (IT), Normann Copenhagen (DK), Ibride (FR) and many others. The event aims to foster constructive dialogue between Belgian and international publishers and designers, whether emerging or experienced. Designers are selected based on their portfolios and their potential fit with the participating companies.
The full list of editors confirmed for this 2026 edition will be announced soon.
PROGRAMME
Meeting are organized at MAD.
Place du Nouveau Marché aux grains, 10 - 1000 Brussels
Thursday 3 December 2026
9.30 > 12.30 – Companies’ presentation (open to all)
12:30 > 13:30 – Lunch
13:30 > 18:00 – Speed dating – Individual meetings between companies and designers
You are a Belgium-based designer and wish to participate?
Confirm your interest through the online form.
On the basis of the participating companies, a selection will be made from among the applicants. If your application has been selected, you will be informed in mid-November. The day will begin with a presentation of the companies invited and will be followed by a 30-minute speed dating session.
Preparation session
To help selected designers make the most of their meetings with international publishers, a dedicated preparatory session will be organised with our design and business expert Wim Labie (Signed by S.) on 19 November. The session will cover the key points to know before meeting publishers, including how to present and pitch your work, what to consider when discussing collaborations and contracts, and how to approach these professional meetings with confidence and clarity.
Send your application by filling in the online form.
Deadline 8.11.2026
You are a company and would like to take part in our D2B event?
Contact us via info@belgiumisdesign.be
