Design Talents – New designers of the year, August 2026

This year’s Design Talents participants at Formex in August 2026

Design Talents August 2026 brings together the season’s selected designers at Formex—since its inception in 2008, it has served as a springboard for up-and-coming creators and remains one of the fair’s most popular features. With a focus on innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability, this is where you’ll find tomorrow’s leading designers—first.

See all the participants below.

Aura Copenhagen

Emma Stender, Fredriksberg

Jewelry and accessories with a Nordic feel and a distinct design identity.

Väva

Anna Dedukh, Uppsala

Handmade lamps with an artistic and personal touch.

Ellen Lagerström

Ellen Lagerström, Gothenburg

Design with a focus on craftsmanship and aesthetic refinement.

Erika Silverdesign

Erika Magnusson Kyrk, Nykvarn

Handcrafted silver jewelry made with an eye for materials and detail.

Hermine Blixt

Hermine Blixt, Skövde

Design at the intersection of art and everyday objects.

NACRE

Ida Lundberg, Gothenburg

Design with a focus on natural materials and sustainable aesthetics.

Elin Gärdenfors and her lamp shaped like a dog

Quietobjects

Elin Gärdenfors, Helsingborg

Interior design pieces with a minimalist and understated aesthetic.

Studio Nermansdotter

Sara Nermansdotter, Stockholm

Design with a personal and artistically driven aesthetic.

Blixt Design

Filip Blixt, Oskarshamn

Product design with a focus on form, function, and craftsmanship.

Jacob Åberg and his colourful table lamps.

Benc design

Jacob Åberg, Lund

Furniture and home decor with Nordic simplicity.

Blickstile

Linnea Larsson & Madeleine Bergström, Solna

A creative duo with a colorful and playful design style.

Ekvik

Axel Höijertz, Bromma

Design inspired by nature and the Nordic landscape.

Bondeform

Therése Bondesson, Ronneby

Ceramics and functional objects featuring organic forms.

Bread Bestie

Anna Sjönell, Lidingö

Embroidered linen bread bags where function meets form.

Kannelyr

Peter Haglund, Huddinge

Home décor items with a focus on aesthetics and functionality.

Linnea Hult Design

Linnea Hult, Gothenburg

Design at the intersection of art and design.

Linn Amanda Mouwitz and her knitted friends

Linns kompisar

Linn Amanda Mouwitz, Gothenburg
Hand-crocheted figures – a thoughtful gift for the little ones.

Design Talents januari 2026 - Elin Frendberg

About Design Talents

Design Talents – Best in Show is awarded to the most innovative product among this year’s selected participants. The award recognizes innovative design presented in a thoughtful and inspiring way.

More about the contest

interior details in an exhibition booth at Formex January 2026

Previous winners

See which designers have previously won the Design Talents – Best in Show award and gone on to build successful careers in design and crafts.

interior design in various shades of yellow and orange

Buy a ticket at 50% off

Until June 22, you can purchase tickets at an advance price that offers a 50% discount on the regular price. The admission ticket is valid for all three days and, of course, includes the entire stage program, all exhibitions, and the Formex trend guide.

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