11 passion for interiors or someone looking for ideas for an upcoming project , London Design Week 2024 is a must . This friendly , lively environment is the place to experience the energy and excitement of the new collections that will take interiors in a new direction .
PROGRAMME
An international roster of names alongside a galaxy of showroom experts , talks , tours , workshops and demonstrations all add up to a compelling programme of 100 + events , spearheaded by the renowned main stage talks series , Conversations in Design which will feature renowned US designer Bunny Williams who will speak about her new collection with Paolo Moschino , and discerning homegrown design talent Flora Soames , as well as Kit Kemp with many more names soon to be announced . The talk offers in-depth interviews and panel discussions with star names , while Grow Your Business sessions provide professional insights on how to keep competitive and connected .
There are scores of free events in the Access All Areas schedule to enjoy in and around the showrooms , from hands-on demonstrations , meet the designer sessions to the debut of creative collaborations . Daily design discovery tours will give visitors the inside track on the most talked-about products at the show . This wealth of experience is extraordinary and , what ’ s more it is a free resource for every visitor .
DESIGN DIRECTIONS
For spring / summer 2024 , expect to have fun with design . Certain design hallmarks from the past are making a return : there ’ s a nod to nostalgia with a Bloomsbury design direction which is layered , eclectic and thoroughly charming . There is a glamorous throwback with a Palm Beach design direction which showcases old world charm mixed with a tropical feel . A connection to nature has been a recurring theme in design , but this season there is an enchanting twist with the aptly named Enchanted Isle design direction which showcases decorative and dreamlike fabrics and wallcoverings that take the eye on a journey to imaginary places .
London Design Week highlights include collaborations with international tastemakers such as Bunny Williams with Paolo Moschino , Jennifer Manners with Salvesen Graham , Lauren Kirar with Arteriors , Kit Kemp with GP & J Baker and Giles Deacon with Sanderson Design Group .
NEW ARRIVALS
Exciting changes are taking place at the Design Centre with new showrooms opening , and existing ones expanding . New arrivals include The Rug Company , Vispring , Casamance , Zuber and Quote & Curate , while Wendy Morrison will have a larger showroom to explore .
HOUSE GUESTS
Adding another layer , pop-up House Guests in situ in the Design Avenue , will offer more ways for visitors to encounter world-class talent . A roster of renowned design names are as follows :
ANDERSEN • ASHLEY & CO • BIRDIE FORTESCUE • BLOOMFIELD INK
• BOMBAY SPROUT • BUCCELLATI
• CLOCK HOUSE FURNITURE • COURTYARD ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE / HENRY BLAKE HARDWARE • DKT ARTWORKS • DOMINIC SCHUSTER • ENNISANCE • EVA SONAIKE • FIONA HOWARD • FIONA MCDONALD • HAMILTON • HOLMES BESPOKE • IAN SANDERSON • JOSEPH GILES • MADEAUX • MARIAFLORA
• MOON • PATIENCE AND GOUGH • REDISCOVERED BY • REED FAMILY LINEN • RESINATE • ROSE UNIACKE
• SALVESEN GRAHAM • TATIANA TAFUR • THE DESIGN ARCHIVES • THE WARBOROUGH COLLECTION BY SAMANTHA TODHUNTER • UNNATURAL FLOORING • WARWICK
EATING & DRINKING
At London Design Week 2024 there are specially commissioned installations and dining experiences to enjoy , including the seasonal menu at the Design Restaurant by Social Pantry . Make time to catch up with friends , colleagues and clients once you have finished sourcing for your projects at these convivial places .
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