BEDA Members' Survey 2024 First Insights are Out
The first insights from the BEDA Members’ Survey are out!
The survey highlights the current status, knowledge, perspective, and needs of the BEDA member organisations. The insights cover 26 countries representing thousands of designers in their national context. The study reflects not only the current status of European design organisations but also sheds light on how the status of design in Europe is valued and perceived and the needs and expectations of the European design sector. All insights are based on the study population, their knowledge, and positions.
In January 2025, BEDA met with the European Commission (EC) and presented them with the first public insights from our Members’ Survey. Thanks to our members’ input and the work of the BEDA board in analysing the results, we have already sparked interest from the EC in the key findings and the needs formulated to foster the Design Industry.
The key findings conclude that the COVID-19 pandemic profoundly impacted the design sector, driving the emergence of new work models, fostering innovation, and shifting focus towards problem-solving and sustainability. However, despite its significant contribution as one of the largest sectors within the creative and cultural industries, the design industry faces a paradoxical reality. Financial struggles persist among design associations and professionals, while the industry’s substantial economic, environmental, and societal impact remains under-recognised by policymakers and the public.
This disconnect between the industry’s vital role and financial realities underscores the need for more excellent advocacy and support to ensure the design sector can fully exploit its potential to drive innovation, economic growth, and societal progress.
Read the detailed report in the file attached below.
Last updated: 14/02/25