Archetech Issue 72 2024 | Page 54

CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK
Lani wallcovering from Arte
Strata pendant from J . Adams & Co

CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK

TOP THINGS TO SEE AND DO AT CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK 2024
Clerkenwell Design Week ( CDW ) returns to London from 21 – 23 May 2024 , standing as one of the leading international design festivals , FREE to all visitors ( register now ). This year ’ s edition boasts the most extensive programme to date , featuring a greater number of exhibition venues , brands , showrooms and installations than ever before . This expansion firmly establishes the festival as the go-to destination for specification within the architecture and design community .
Amidst a rich tapestry of new launches , presentations and events , here ’ s a round-up of the top things to see and do at the May event ; from innovative farming by-product designs and the renaissance of natural stone and wood to AI-crafted cocktails and industry discussions on neurodiversity .
NEW COLLECTIONS
Fritz Hansen will reveal its new collection at its Cowcross Street showroom in a special feature titled ‘ Inviting Workspaces ’. Curated to explore both commercial and residential working environments , the exhibit will display furniture and accessories from designers including Jaime Hayon and Jørn Utzon .
At its Great Sutton Street showroom , Domus will present a colourful exhibit of tile designs created by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby to celebrate their 10- year collaboration with its brand partner Mutina . The installation will also feature a new collection named ‘ Time ’.
In the British Collection ( St James ’ s Church ), SCP will launch a new Peonia armchair by Wilkinson and Rivera , a low-lying sculptural armchair made at a specialist factory in Norfolk , using 100 % natural and sustainable materials . Meanwhile , Another Country will showcase its new ‘ Series Five ’ furniture inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement .
Time tiles by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for Mutina at Domus At Detail at the Order of St John , Omexco will unveil three new ranges , including the Archipelago design crafted from Capiz shells and shimmering mica minerals . While Arte presents its
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