Ecobank Nigeria is set to host the much-anticipated second edition of its flagship Design & Build showcase, a premier platform bringing together leaders in design, construction, and real estate.
The five-day event, themed “How We Build, How We Live,” will take place from September 24 to 28, 2025, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Victoria Island, Lagos. Doors will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
This year’s edition is designed with a sharper focus—featuring just over 40 carefully selected exhibitors. The idea, according to the organizers, is to prioritize quality over quantity, ensuring that every participant offers value and fresh perspective.
The Design & Build showcase has quickly become a hub for architects, interior designers, developers, and real estate professionals seeking to engage with Nigeria’s growing appetite for innovation in the built environment.
Omoboye Odu, Head of SMEs at Ecobank Nigeria, described the initiative as more than just an exhibition. “Design & Build is a celebration of visionaries shaping Nigeria’s future. It connects talent with opportunity, going beyond physical structures into building purpose and better living,” she said.
For Ecobank, the showcase doubles as a platform to reinforce its pan-African mission—deepening financial inclusion, empowering entrepreneurs, and bridging the gap between local businesses and international markets.
Curator of Design & Build 2025, Titi Fowora, Principal Interior Designer at Inu Designs, highlighted the intentional approach behind this year’s edition. “It’s not about numbers. It’s about spotlighting the best. From heritage craftsmanship to forward-looking solutions, we’re presenting ideas that push us to rethink how we live and build,” she explained.
The event is expected to attract a dynamic mix of professionals—from builders and real estate investors to urban planners and policymakers—creating a rare networking environment for decision-makers.
Among the highlights will be knowledge-sharing sessions with industry leaders in architecture, interiors, and urban planning. Attendees will gain insights into both local realities and global design trends shaping the future of living spaces.
Visitors will also experience immersive kitchen installations and live cooking demonstrations, blending functionality with aesthetics to showcase how design impacts daily living.
For exhibitors, the event provides premium visibility, positioning their brands before an audience of investors, industry players, and consumers seeking cutting-edge design and construction solutions.
More importantly, the showcase strengthens Ecobank’s growing list of initiatives that support SMEs and the creative economy. Past projects include the Adire Lagos Experience, +234 Art Fair, Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship, and Oja Oge 2025.
Through these interventions, Ecobank continues to champion entrepreneurship, offering platforms that not only celebrate talent but also create pathways for financial empowerment and long-term sustainability.
With its unique blend of innovation, culture, and business opportunities, Design & Build 2025 promises to be more than an exhibition—it will be a living canvas of transformation for Nigeria’s design and construction landscape.
