BOUNCE 2026

BOUNCE, the acclaimed design event taking place at Trinity College Dublin on January 16, 2026, returns with the compelling theme of “BEING.” This year’s event invites designers, thinkers, and creators to engage with design as a dynamic process that reflects identity, fosters community, and embraces ecological futures beyond human-centered perspectives.

Design shapes how we see, feel, and understand the world, influencing identities, behaviors, and realities. BOUNCE 2026 challenges the design community to rethink “BEING” not as a fixed state but as ongoing interaction, adaptation, and expression. The event probes the question: What are we designing, for whom, and how can we reshape design to be ethical, inclusive, and meaningful?

The distinguished lineup of speakers responding to this theme includes Neasa NiBhriain and Aaron Copeland (A Playful City), Agyei Archer (TypeTogether), Jaron Korvinus (Studio Spass), mixed media artist Luna Maurer and many more. Each speaker brings unique perspectives on how design intersects with identity, society, and ecological responsibility, inspiring conversations on inclusion, and the expanded role of design within communities and ecosystems.

BOUNCE 2026 offers a transformative platform for designers and audiences to explore how design shapes our collective experience and challenges traditional boundaries. Attendees can expect engaging talks, and collaborative sessions promoting innovation and social impact.

Tickets and further information are available at the official BOUNCE website. Receive a 15% discount on every ticket type with the promo code SLANTED.