World Design Day is an annual celebration of design that takes place on April 27th of each year. The day is observed worldwide to promote awareness and recognition of the value of design and its impact on society. The International Council of Design, formerly known as the International Council of Graphic Design Associations (ICOGRADA), established World Design Day in 2006, and it has been celebrated annually ever since.
Each year, World Design Day has a specific theme that encourages designers, educators, and students to reflect on the role of design in shaping the world around us. The themes vary from year to year and have included topics such as “Design for Communities”, “Design is Everywhere”, “Design for a Responsible Future”, and “Design as a Catalyst for Change”.
On World Design Day, designers and design enthusiasts organize events, workshops, exhibitions, and lectures to celebrate and promote the role of design in creating a better world. The day provides a platform for designers to share their ideas, showcase their work, and inspire others to use design as a tool for positive change.
The Artisanal
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup
- Rosemary sprig (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and honey syrup. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
The Blueprint
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz blue curacao liqueur
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, blue curacao liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
The Designer’s Choice
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz ginger syrup
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- Candied ginger (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the bourbon, grapefruit juice, ginger syrup, and bitters. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a piece of candied ginger.
The Sketchbook
- 1 1/2 oz tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- 1/2 oz Cointreau liqueur
- Salt rim (optional)
In a shaker with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, and Cointreau liqueur. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Optional: rim the glass with salt before adding ice.
The Modernist
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz green tea syrup
- 1/4 oz matcha powder
- Mint sprig (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, lime juice, green tea syrup, and matcha powder. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a mint sprig.
The Avant-Garde
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz lavender syrup
- 1/4 oz absinthe
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the gin, lemon juice, lavender syrup, and absinthe. Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
The Minimalist
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz rosemary syrup
- 1 dash orange bitters
- Rosemary sprig (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, grapefruit juice, rosemary syrup, and orange bitters. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
The Futurist
- 2 oz rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz blueberry syrup
- 1/2 oz ginger beer
- Blueberries (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the rum, lime juice, and blueberry syrup. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with blueberries.