HSBC Private Bank has been the principal partner of Design Miami since December 2006, where it has played an essential role in the creative programming of the world’s pre-eminent forum for limited edition design. As part of its partnership with Design Miami/, HSBC Private Bank works with designers each year to create a VIP lounge at both the Basel and Miami events. In December 2009, HSBC Private Bank confirmed its commitment to design by launching The Connection Collection, a private collection of limited editions which debuted with two new pieces by Arik Levy. The second Connection Collection will launch at Design Miami Basel in June 2010.