Reform of European Union Design Law: Key Changes in Force Since 1 May 2025

Since 1 May 2025, the European Union's design law has undergone a major reform. This new reform, introduced by Regulation (EU) 2024/2822 and Directive (EU) 2024/2823, substantially modernises the applicable legal framework, in order to better protect industrial creations in the digital age. In this article, we analyse the concrete implications for businesses, creators, legal professionals and consumers. Redefinition of key concepts 1: Extension …