School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (SOTA USM), is pleased to highlight the upcoming International Design Forum KL 2026, a significant platform that brings together perspectives from both industry and academia under the theme “Designing Intelligence for Creative Convergence.”
This forum serves as a space for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among designers, educators, researchers, and creative practitioners, exploring emerging directions in design and innovation.
Event Details
📍 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
📅 Date: 28 – 30 April 2026
Programme Highlights
Day 1
📍 Hotel Royal Signature
🕒 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Day 2
📍 Space Time Cube & National Art Gallery
🕒 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Day 3
📍 USM@KL Campus, Platinum Park
🕒 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Over three days, participants will engage in curated sessions, discussions, and activities designed to strengthen connections between creative practice and academic discourse.
The forum reflects ongoing efforts to position design as a critical driver of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.