Great design starts with great potential — and the right opportunities to nurture it. On 10 December 2026, PAVE Global will host its 28th Annual Gala at Guastavino’s in New York City, bringing together design professionals and industry leaders under the theme Spotlight on the Future of Design.

ABOUT THE PAVE GALA
The 28th Annual PAVE Global Gala returns to the magnificent Guastavino’s in New York City for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration.

​The PAVE Gala is the premier year-end celebration of our industry, a cherished tradition where the design community comes together to reconnect, honor exceptional achievement, and shine a light on the future. This year, that light has a theme: Spotlight on the Future of Design. An evening that celebrates outstanding accomplishment while turning toward the emerging talent shaping what comes next…

The evening will support PAVE Global’s scholarships, mentorship and educational programmes, helping aspiring designers turn creative ambition into careers. It’s a celebration of the industry today and an investment in the talent shaping its tomorrow.

Discover the gala and how to support future designers here.