No client. No brief. No limit.
A platform for spatial, visual, and digital designers.
WHO ARE WE
We celebrates independent voices and unbounded creativityis a platform for works that do not belong to a single place, discipline.or system.
A Platform Beyond Briefs
Unbriefed.Archive is an independent platform initiated by an interdisciplinary collective whose practice spans architecture, digital media, interactive design, experiential works, landscape design, and art.
We celebrates independent voices and unbounded creativityis a platform for works that do not belong to a single place, discipline.or system.
A Platform Beyond Briefs
Unbriefed.Archive is an independent platform initiated by an interdisciplinary collective whose practice spans architecture, digital media, interactive design, experiential works, landscape design, and art.
ONLINE EXHIBITION — 'TRACE'
'TRACE'
UN-BRIEFED × NYC×DESIGN
OPEN CALL
UN-BRIEFED is launching an open call for works that explore 'TRACE' through diverse creative practices.
We invite submissions from architects, designers, and artists working across disciplines, including:
UI/UX, digital imagery, graphic design, architecture, spatial design, landscape, photography, and illustration.
This exhibition aims to bring together independent voices and uncommissioned work, highlighting experimental approaches beyond traditional constraints.
Release Date
April 21st, 2026
Featured in NYC Design Week
May 15, 2026
Learn More About Us
→
Round 1 Selected Artist — TRACE Online Exhibition 2026
Featured in NYCxDesign 2026
Architectural Designers
Yilin Chen & Yangyang Zhu
Architectural Designer
Yaoze Yu
Fine art Artist
Ruotai Tang
Architectural Designer
Xiao Yang
Illustration Designer
Jas Yu
Graphic Designer
Jia Yuan
Branding Designer
Ye(Cindy) Hou, Xinyu(Isabella) Qiao
UIUX Designer
Lucy Hu
Photographer
Jingyi Yu
Architectural Designer
Kathy Sun
'TRACE' Jury Panel
An Online Exhibition by UN-BRIEFED
UN-BRIEFED
NYCxDESIGN
Exhibition Categories
What We Do
Exhibition & Curation
We initiate and curate cross-disciplinary exhibitions that bring together architecture, digital media, interaction, and art. From concept development to spatial narrative, we create platforms for experimental work beyond traditional constraints.
Exhibition & Curation
We initiate and curate cross-disciplinary exhibitions that bring together architecture, digital media, interaction, and art. From concept development to spatial narrative, we create platforms for experimental work beyond traditional constraints.
Open Call & Artist Platform
We run open calls to invite designers, architects, and creatives worldwide to contribute speculative and experimental works. Selected projects are featured in exhibitions, digital archives, and collaborative programs.
Open Call & Artist Platform
We run open calls to invite designers, architects, and creatives worldwide to contribute speculative and experimental works. Selected projects are featured in exhibitions, digital archives, and collaborative programs.
Digital Archive & Storytelling
We build a living archive of ideas — documenting projects through visuals, narratives, and contextual insights. The archive acts as both a research tool and a public-facing platform.
Digital Archive & Storytelling
We build a living archive of ideas — documenting projects through visuals, narratives, and contextual insights. The archive acts as both a research tool and a public-facing platform.
Collaboration & Brand Projects
We collaborate with cultural institutions, brands, and organizations to create exhibitions, installations, and cross-disciplinary experiences.
Collaboration & Brand Projects
We collaborate with cultural institutions, brands, and organizations to create exhibitions, installations, and cross-disciplinary experiences.
OUR PROCESS
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Communication
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Communication
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Communication
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Submission
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Submission
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Submission
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Exhibition
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Exhibition
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Exhibition
ONLINE EXHIBITION — 'TRACE'
'TRACE'
UN-BRIEFED × NYC×DESIGN
OPEN CALL
UN-BRIEFED is launching an open call for works that explore 'TRACE' through diverse creative practices.
We invite submissions from architects, designers, and artists working across disciplines, including:
UI/UX, digital imagery, graphic design, architecture, spatial design, landscape, photography, and illustration.
This exhibition aims to bring together independent voices and uncommissioned work, highlighting experimental approaches beyond traditional constraints.
Release Date
April 21st, 2026
Featured in NYC Design Week
May 15, 2026
Learn More About Us
→
ONLINE EXHIBITION — 'TRACE'
'TRACE'
UN-BRIEFED × NYC×DESIGN
OPEN CALL
UN-BRIEFED is launching an open call for works that explore 'TRACE' through diverse creative practices.
We invite submissions from architects, designers, and artists working across disciplines, including:
UI/UX, digital imagery, graphic design, architecture, spatial design, landscape, photography, and illustration.
This exhibition aims to bring together independent voices and uncommissioned work, highlighting experimental approaches beyond traditional constraints.
Release Date
April 21st, 2026
Featured in NYC Design Week
May 15, 2026
Learn More About Us
→
Round 1 Selected Artist — TRACE Online Exhibition 2026
Featured in NYCxDesign 2026
Architectural Designers
Yilin Chen & Yangyang Zhu
Architectural Designer
Yaoze Yu
Fine art Artist
Ruotai Tang
Architectural Designer
Xiao Yang
Illustration Designer
Jas Yu
Graphic Designer
Jia Yuan
Branding Designer
Ye(Cindy) Hou, Xinyu(Isabella) Qiao
UIUX Designer
Lucy Hu
Photographer
Jingyi Yu
Architectural Designer
Kathy Sun
'TRACE' Jury Panel
An Online Exhibition by UN-BRIEFED
UN-BRIEFED
NYCxDESIGN
Round 1 Selected Artist — TRACE Online Exhibition 2026
Featured in NYCxDesign 2026
Architectural Designers
Yilin Chen & Yangyang Zhu
Architectural Designer
Yaoze Yu
Fine art Artist
Ruotai Tang
Architectural Designer
Xiao Yang
Illustration Designer
Jas Yu
Graphic Designer
Jia Yuan
Branding Designer
Ye(Cindy) Hou, Xinyu(Isabella) Qiao
UIUX Designer
Lucy Hu
Photographer
Jingyi Yu
Architectural Designer
Kathy Sun
'TRACE' Jury Panel
An Online Exhibition by UN-BRIEFED
UN-BRIEFED
NYCxDESIGN