The Design Museum's DNA

Discover the museum's vision, mission, values and commitments.

Our vision

A world in which design enables this planet and its inhabitants to thrive.

Our mission

To be a global hub for the transformative potential of design.

Our values

Empathy

Curiosity

Collaboration

Impact

Our commitments

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Read the Design Museum's commitment to combatting racism within the museum and the design industry at large.

Designing for a Greener Future

Read the Design Museum's commitment to nurturing a greener future. As an institution, it is important that we take up the challenge in our own work.

Background image: Fables for our Time tri-wall installation at the Design Museum, designed by Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg (Space Popular) with Shumi Bose. Photo © 2024 Rob Harris

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