News from the Foundation

The 2025 Expert Circle Design & Innovation at BLANCO demonstrated how design acts as a strategic driver for corporate transformation, innovation and brand strength. The discussions…

How sustainable are materials? And how can they shape future-proof product design? This question was at the centre of our latest edition of Design Insights, the event series that offers new…

Dieter Rams is being honoured for his defining influence on international industrial design. With his consistent design philosophy, he has set standards for sustainable and responsible…

For 80 years, MÜHLE has stood for exceptional wet shaving, artisanal precision, and distinctive, brand-defining “Made in Germany” design. As a foundation member of the German Design Council,…

For five decades, our member Interbrand has shaped international brand leadership. From developing new valuation methods to creating transformative programmes for leading brands, the…

Since 1899, our member Miele has developed high-quality household appliances that combine longevity, repairability and energy efficiency. The company’s 125th anniversary highlights how…

Our latest edition of The Major German Brands 2025 offers a comprehensive insight into the German brand landscape, showing how circular design and transformative approaches are shaping the…

ERCO developes lighting solutions that precisely illuminate architecture and set international standards. The company’s 90th anniversary underscores how it has advanced its LED-based…

COR combines high-quality design with skilled craftsmanship since 1954, celebrating 70 years of COR and 60 years of CONSETTA as key milestones in German furniture design. The company shows…