MADE is a dynamic forum for the vibrant discussion and exploration of media, architecture, and design in Edmonton.

Serving both the general public and professionals across diverse disciplines such as architecture, graphic design, industrial design, landscape architecture, interior design, photography, fine art, and film, we are dedicated to fostering a thriving creative community.

Through our events and initiatives, MADE provides invaluable opportunities for local designers to connect, collaborate, and showcase their work, while also serving as a catalyst for the exchange of innovative ideas.

Operated by a dedicated volunteer board, we are proud to be a registered not-for-profit organization under the Alberta Societies Act, driven by our passion for advancing design excellence and enriching the cultural landscape of our city.

Join us in shaping the future of design in Edmonton!

At MADE, we are driven by a shared commitment to elevating the discourse surrounding design, fostering innovative thinking, and cultivating inclusive social spaces within our community.

  • To engage the community in design to improve people’s lives.

  • To become the organization most known for elevating Edmonton’s design community.

    • Foster excitement about design through new and relevant experiences.

    • Create excellence in all aspects of creativity (process, people, product, environment).

    • Be honest and authentic to engage in design critique.

    • Take action to achieve results.

    • Create accessible learning experiences that create connections and foster growth.

Our history and focus

MADE was founded in 2000 by a group of Edmonton architects and designers with strong support from Manasc Isaac Architects and many others. 

The founders recognized a need for better discourse and better resources for the design community in Edmonton. This included the goals of educating the public about design, and providing professional development for more involved community members. 

As Edmonton's design community has matured, MADE's purpose has also shifted. In recent years, as the number of design events and organizations has multiplied, MADE's focus has gone from simply building a community to improving that community. From conferences like BarnRaise Edmonton, to our Sheltered|Exposed exhibition, MADE has sought to showcase and improve the design work happening here, as well as increase awareness of the broader implications of design practice.

As we move forward, MADE must address the big questions in contemporary design here. What does it mean to be a designer on Treaty 6 territory? How do we do more in the fights against climate change, poverty, and other injustices? What role do designers have to play in diversifying our economy to meet the challenges of the future? Answering these questions is crucial to our city. We plan to do all we can to facilitate these discussions, and most importantly, keep making things happen.