Showcase your work in a group exhibition of collectible design held alongside PAD London!

MAD Brussels & hub.brussels

As part of its mission to promote Brussels design internationally, MAD Brussels and hub.brussels are launching a call for applications aimed at collectible and functional art designers based in Brussels. The goal? To connect Brussels-based designers with international galleries and showcase the capital’s creative talent in an exclusive group exhibition held alongside PAD London 2025!

From October 14 to 16, 2025, the Residence of the Belgian Ambassador to the United Kingdom will host a curated selection of collectible design pieces in a refined and intimate setting, celebrating the vibrancy of the Brussels design scene.

The event will open on October 14 with a professional dinner bringing together gallerists, curators, and influential figures from the design world, offering participants a unique opportunity for networking and visibility. The exhibition will continue over the following two days with invitation-only guided tours and a cocktail reception, targeting a discerning audience of collectors, professionals, and institutional representatives.

Are you a designer based in Brussels, ready to showcase your work on the international stage? Don’t miss this opportunity to exhibit your creations and connect with industry professionals in a prestigious venue just steps away from PAD London!

WHAT DOES THIS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS OFFER YOU?

Selected designers will benefit from:

Visibility among an international network of design and functional art professionals;
Logistical and promotional support from the MAD Brussels and hub.brussels teams;
Coverage of exhibition-related costs (transport, insurance, etc.)

WHO IS THIS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR?

This call is open to collectible design designers or studios based in Brussels or carrying out a significant part of their practice there.

It is aimed at creators whose practice is rooted in a contemporary, artistic, or experimental approach, exploring the boundaries of design and art through pieces such as:

Furniture;
Lighting (floor lamps);
Small decorative objects;
Textile design (rugs, tapestries & curtains);
Ceramics;
Tableware design;
Sculptural design.

SELECTION CRITERIA

To be eligible for the call, the following criteria must be met:

Be based in Brussels;
Propose a recent project;
Submit up to 4 pieces;
Submit a project consisting only of existing pieces or finalized prototypes, ready and available for exhibition.

Special attention will be given to projects that incorporate an innovative dimension in terms of techniques and/or materials.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please complete this form by Thursday May 22, 2025 (11:59 PM), uploading the following required documents:

A portfolio that represents your universe, work, and creations (max. 10 pages);
A description of the pieces proposed for the exhibition (photos, dimensions, materials, year, indicative value).