promote the best work of North East designer-makers to a national and international audience;
establish initiatives to support the long-term creative and business development of our Membership;
foster emerging talent and encourage innovation.
supporting the North East designer-maker community through our Membership network and services;
harnessing the creative skills and energy of our Members through imaginative showcase events, international connections and exchanges;
encouraging awareness of eco-design and new technology;
collaborating across art disciplines;
nurturing the vitality and originality of new and emerging talent;
building partnerships with educational bodies, and with cultural organisations in the North East, across the UK and overseas.


