Celebrating 10 years of creative community, and our commitment to designing a better future, with a new location at OSU-Cascades.

SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 7 & 8, 2025

Join us as we celebrate ten years of creative community, and our commitment to designing a better future, with a new location at Oregon State University - Cascades. The Conference will take place on November 7 & 8, 2025 and feature speakers and workshops from diverse design backgrounds and inspire attendees to imagine what design can do for good.

Known for its commitment to creativity, innovation, and interdisciplinary thinking, OSU-Cascades offers the perfect environment for curious minds to connect, explore, and be inspired. The university’s mission aligns beautifully with the spirit of Bend Design—encouraging bold ideas, fostering inclusive design, and building a more sustainable future.

Situated within walking distance of the Old Mill District and the re-emerging Century Center, attendees will enjoy easy access to some of Bend’s best restaurants, bars, and gathering spots—along with instant immersion in the natural beauty that defines Central Oregon. From campus, the outdoors is always just a few steps away, whether you’re chasing inspiration or a trailhead.

The OSU-Cascades campus is also a model of sustainable development, built on a reclaimed pumice mine and designed with carbon neutrality in mind. Its commitment to environmental stewardship mirrors Bend Design’s values—making it the ideal setting for a future-forward creative conference.

This year unites designers, artists, and creative minds for a celebration of the growing innovative and creative Bend design community. Through inspiring talks, workshops, and welcoming gatherings, Bend Design encourages creativity and connection among attendees, speakers and the greater Bend community.

BEND DESIGN 2025 PASSES ON SALE NOW!

ALL-ACCESS PASS: $215

Your All-Access pass includes six speakers and access to workshop day, with the possibility in participating in two hands-on workshops. All- Access Pass holders also receive an exclusive gift.

A LA CARTE TICKETS: $185 Speaker Day, $35 per workshop

Please review events using the link below or visit the Agenda.

A LA CARTE

2025 Bend Design Creatives

In celebration of 10 years, we have asked each of this year's creatives to answer the question: "what can design do over the next 10 years to create better outcomes for all?

Shiv Shakti

How Climate-Resilient Design Can Feed the Future

Questions? Please visit our FAQ page.

For a peek at previous Bend Design events, speakers, and talks, visit our Playlist page.

2025 SPONSORS
Interested in sponsoring the Event? email us at info@scalehouse.org.

Bend Design 2025 is made possible in part by a grant from Bend Cultural Tourism Fund, a Visit Bend project and community partnership with Oregon State University - Cascades.