Collectible design fair returned for its second edition in New York, taking over the entire 39th floor of the WSA building in Manhattan’s Financial District. The fair featured 123 exhibitors, many local, presenting limited-edition and unique design objects. Highlights included Tuleste Factory's lighting-heavy stand 'Afterglow' with ceramic lamps by Ethan Streicher, a collaborative living-room set by Streicher and Ian Love called the Kindred Collection, and a special-projects section with a performance dinner and a piercing station. Co-founder Liv Vaisberg emphasized the fair's curated, designer-centered approach and experimental spirit.
This sophomore edition matters because it signals the growing appetite for collectible design as a distinct category within the art market, bridging fine art and functional objects. By fostering collaboration and offering immersive experiences, Collectible is positioning itself as a key platform for emerging and established designers, potentially influencing how design is collected and presented in the future.