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The size of the market for collectable 20th Century and contemporary design is estimated to be around $300 million. Over the last 3 years, this market has witnessed exponential growth as international museums have shown increased interest along with the proliferation of major design fairs and exhibitions. 

“There is something approachable about design. A lot of our clients are dynamic entrepreneurs and what drew us to Design Miami were the clear parallels between the design world and successful wealth creators. Design stands for a visionary element – it is exciting and exploratory. There is also a liveable element to many of the items at the fair.They are items you can enjoy visually, as well as have in your home.”

- Tony Joyce, Global Head of Marketing, HSBC Private Bank

 

 

“This is what design has come to, a vehicle for different types of know-how that draws on the humanities, art, production technology, economics and management. And the designer must perform a virtuoso integration of meaning, value, form and function.”

- Flaviano Celaschi, Professor of Design, Milan Polytechnic

 

 

 

Contemporary chair

Although historically the value of works of contemporary design has risen over long-term periods, there have been periods where this has not been the case. There is no guarantee that the contemporary design market will continue to rise in the future.
 


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