Five leading voices from across design are lending their voice to champion the Design for Planet mission as World Design Congress 2025 Ambassadors.
The Ambassadors have been tasked with nominating a cohort of designers who are blazing a trail in sustainable design to be announced early next year.
Tom Dixon is a British designer known for his innovative work in lighting, furniture, and interiors. Starting as a self-taught designer in the 1980s, he gained fame for his experimental approach. His brand, founded in 2002, is renowned for its modern aesthetic and iconic designs like the Beat Lights, with pieces displayed in major museums such as the V&A Museum.
Dr Lesley Lokko OBE is a Ghanaian-Scottish architect, academic, and novelist. She is the founder and director of the African Futures Institute. Lokko is known for her expertise in architecture and her contributions to education, including serving as the curator of the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale. Lokko received the Royal Gold Medal for Architecture, for her work to democratise the industry, in 2024.
Suhair Khan is a London-based cultural strategist and leader in technology and arts. As a senior executive at Google, she spearheaded projects like Google Arts & Culture, collaborating with global institutions to digitise and share cultural heritage. With a background in architecture and design, Khan is recognised for bridging technology and the arts, driving innovative projects that connect culture, technology, and education.
Es Devlin is a British artist and stage designer known for her large-scale installations and innovative stage designs for theatre, opera, and concerts. Her work blends art, technology, and architecture, creating immersive environments for artists like Beyoncé and Kanye West. Devlin's visionary designs have earned her global acclaim, with a Tony Award and two Olivier Awards.
Foday Dumbuya is a Sierra Leonean-born, London-based fashion designer and founder of the menswear brand LABRUM London. Known for blending West African heritage with contemporary British style, Dumbuya’s designs emphasise storytelling and cultural fusion. A recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design, his work has gained recognition for its unique approach to modern menswear and thoughtful craftsmanship.