DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
Marking its 15th anniversary, Curiousa is set to unveil Carnival, a new addition to its Sculptural Stack series, at Light. Carnival combines porcelain, wood and Curiousa’ s signature hand-blown glass to create three striking drop chandeliers, reminiscent of the geometric Harlequin motif from the 16th-century Italian Commedia dell’ arte theatre.
J. Adams & Co will present its new Apex and Strata Circular lights at its St John Street showroom – designed by founder Will Earl and handcrafted in the company’ s Birmingham factory. Devon-based Hand & Eye Studio also returns, bringing new collaborations with ceramicists Sue Pryke and Justin Page to the British Collection. Meanwhile, Buster + Punch( at Elements) and Bert Frank( Farringdon Road) enhance this year’ s lineup with their latest designs.
Clerkenwell Green. Made at the company’ s Wiltshire HQ, LUCA combines bold curves and comfortable lines, offering a cohesive range with versatility and a unified aesthetic.
Kirkby Design and COAT Paints have teamed up to create a limited-edition paint collection, set to launch at CDW. The collaboration introduces 12 bespoke shades to COAT’ s timeless colour library, thoughtfully crafted to complement Kirkby Design’ s latest textile collection, HEIR, which draws inspiration from the elegant, old-world charm of grand British estates.
The British Collection will see Morgan introduce its first collaboration with Liverpool-based SmithMatthias. Entirely foam-free, Bruton is an adaptable modular furniture system designed for evolving workplace environments.
Indoor or outdoor? As indoor and outdoor living seamlessly merge, CDW highlights adaptable designs that bridge the gap between both environments. Ethimo on Old Street will debut Patio by Studio Zanellato / Bortotto, an outdoor furniture line distinguished by its unique weaving techniques and teak craftsmanship.
Designed and made in the UK British design and craftsmanship continue to set the standard, with a selection of brands highlighting their excellence in design and manufacturing. Joining CDW at Platform, AH HA Project will unveil its first product range, inspired by the natural contours of geological formations. Spanning mirrors, side tables and desk accessories, each piece is crafted from Valchromat – a high-density wood fibre panel made from recycled pine wood and mill waste, coloured throughout with organic dyes and bonded with non-toxic resin. These pieces are machine-carved and hand-finished in the UK by the studio’ s founders.
Also new to the festival, family-run business Summit 1977 will launch its LUCA soft seating range at
Returning to Groupwork, Case will launch Campus, an outdoor chair by Matthew Hilton. Featuring a punched seat and backrest, Campus features a galvanised, powder-coated steel frame, ensuring durability against the elements, while its solid weight keeps it grounded even in windy conditions.
Global brands descend on Clerkenwell The 2025 festival maintains its global outlook, with Scandinavian brands leading the international showcase. Danish powerhouse HAY will present its latest collections by Erwan Bouroullec and Doshi Levien at MillerKnoll’ s St John’ s Square showroom. This is also the first time MillerKnoll is taking part in its new flagship space, which spans three floors and 1,700 square metres, representing Knoll, Herman Miller and Maharam. Blå Station will bring its recently
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