2026.04.14

VOL. 449

Event&Project
	Experience the Next Generation of Architectural Trends at ¡ÈARCHIDEX 2026¡É
	The international architecture and building event ¡ÈARCHIDEX 2026¡É will be held from 29 July to 1 August 2026 at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) will support the event as a media partner.

ADF gallery
	ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.41 | Artist Yosuke Yamanouchi Solo Exhibition ¡ÈYosuke Yamanouchi¡É
	Rendering the Changing Body and Mind Through Painting ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Yosuke Yamanouchi", the 41st exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Yosuke Yamanouchi, from April 17 to April 30, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo. Image: "Head statue" Year: 2026 Oil on canvas P20 (727¡ß530 mm)

ADF gallery
	ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.40 | SAKI CHIARA Solo Exhibition ¡ÈHOLD THE UNIVERSE IN YOUR HEART - DOUDEMOYOI -¡É
	ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "HOLD THE UNIVERSE IN YOUR HEART - DOUDEMOYOI -", the 40th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by SAKI CHIARA, from April 3 to April 15, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

Event&Project
	ARCHIDEX 2026 to Take Place in July at MITEC, Marking Its 25th Edition
	ARCHIDEX, Asia¡Çs Leading Architecture Business Event, will return from 29 July to 1 August 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. Celebrating its 25th edition under the theme ¡ÈThe Bold Future¡É, ARCHIDEX 2026 will be fully consolidated at MITEC, offering an expanded and integrated platform for innovation, collaboration and business across the built environment sector. ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) will support the ARCHIDEX 2026 as a media partner. ARCHIDEX 2026 INFO Date: 29 July – 1 August 2026 Venue: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur

Trend Reports
	NYC News April 2026
	We have received a new report supported by GARDE! Shoppe Object is a biannual trade show held in New York City that specializes in the home, gift, and lifestyle sectors. Centered on independent brands and emerging designers, the event has earned recognition for its highly curated presentations. The February 2026 edition showcased new collections for the Spring/Summer 2026 season, attracting retailers and buyers from across the United States and internationally, including Japan. The show featured a wide range of product categories, including home d?cor, apothecary, paper goods, jewelry and accessories, fashion accessories, and sustainable products. Lounge areas and networking opportunities were also provided to encourage interaction among attendees, further establishing the event as a community-oriented platform.

Trend Reports
	¡ÚADF Web Magazine¡ÛGlobal Students to Receive Full Scholarships for Interior Design Master¡Çs in Madrid
	JLL Project and Development Services (PDS), in partnership with IE School of Architecture & Design at IE University, has announced the second edition of the IE and JLL Design Wonder Award, offering full-tuition scholarships to nine students worldwide. The initiative will support recipients in pursuing a Master in Interior Design in Madrid during the 2026–2027 academic year.

Trend Reports
	¡ÚADF Web Magazine¡ÛMaterial Entanglements and Forms of Belonging at the Shanghai Biennale
	Amedeo Martines¡Ç article offers a thoughtful exploration of the 15th Shanghai Biennale, framing contemporary art as a means to rethink human relationships within a ¡Èmore-than-human¡É world. Through works by Theaster Gates, Maxime Cavajani, and Liu Shuai, he highlights how material practices and cultural narratives shape new forms of belonging. What stands out is Martines¡Ç ability to connect conceptual ideas with spatial experience, guiding readers through the exhibition as an immersive environment. His focus on materiality and process reveals deeper themes of coexistence, migration, and transformation. This article is highly recommended for those interested in interdisciplinary design, curatorial practice, and environmentally engaged art.

Trend Reports
	¡ÚADF Web Magazine¡ÛItaly Turin Metro Line 2 | UNS Amsterdam Redefines Urban Infrastructure Design
	UNS has unveiled its winning design proposal for Turin¡Çs new Metro Line 2 in Italy. Led by architects Ben van Berkel and Caroline Bos, the Amsterdam-based firm redefines infrastructure as a form of public space rather than a purely functional system. The project reinterprets Turin¡Çs urban structure and history into a contemporary mobility experience.

Service
	ADF Supports CSR Project
	Awards are an option that is still not widely available in Japan. Let's be among the first to discover and develop new and fresh talent. Incorporating "awards" as part of CSR activities into your corporate strategy can significantly increase your company's visibility in the public eye. The word "awards" is in common use worldwide, and your awards business will be recognized as a cultural and social contribution activity. ADF supports your awards program and accelerates your cultural and social contribution activities and branding. There are awards that can only be provided by ADF, which has many connections around the world.