Spotlight One was the inaugural exhibition from Black Folks in Design. The seven works exhibited showcase the diversity of disciplines and aesthetics of Black designers. The exhibition showcases pieces by six contemporary Black designers working in a diversity of disciplines, aesthetics and artistic practices, including furniture, sculpture, screen printing, interiors and architecture.

Five years ago, Blacks Folks in Design was launched with the mission to help the world recognize the historical legacy, cultural contributions, excellence, and importance of Black designers. The opportunity to open Spotlight One during NYCxDesign is BFID’s first real-world expression of this goal.

This exhibition features the work of Garth Roberts, Kyle Scott Lee, Lisa Hunt, Luam Melake, Studio ANANSI, and Studio & Projects.