‘R for Repair’ at the V&A in London explores the sentimental values of broken objects

R FOR REPAIR @ Victoria & Albert Museum - Image by Zuketa Film Production. Courtesy of London Design Festival 2022.

The R for Repair exhibition shines a timely spotlight on consumerism by showing how cherished but broken objects can be given both new meaning and a fresh lease of life with a bit of ingenuity.

London Design Festival 2022: 12 must-visit exhibitions and installations

London Design Festival 2022. INTO Sigh exhibition by Sony Design - Photo by Ed Reeve.

Kaleidoscopic experiences, brutalist swiveling seats, urban stone circles and more… London Design Festival 2022 celebrates its 20th anniversary.

2021 architecture and design calendar and events guide

Expo 2021 Dubai - Construction site of the central dome

We rounded up the architecture and design calendar of 2021 including major events, fairs and exhibitions from Dubai to Milan and Shanghai.

Best of 2020: 10 quirky furniture designs

THE CARWASH collection by Carlijn Olde Beverborg - Photo by Magdalena Wierzbicka.

Frugal chairs by working-class migrants in the UAE and tumbling ‘carwash’ poufs, ‘Dimmable’ measuring tapes-like lamps and 3D printed brutalist chaise seaters. We rounded up 10 quirky furniture designs we liked the most in 2020!

8 British furniture designs debuting at London Design Festival 2020

ION desk light by Bohinc Studio - Photo by Philippe Fragniere, courtesy of Bohinc Studio.

Paul Cocksedge ‘slumped’ tables, Tom Dixon glassblower geometric barware and Thomas Heatherwick’s verdant table forests are among the 8 British furniture designs we liked the most debuting in London.

THE NEW REALITY: ADORNO Gallery presents virtual design exhibitions from 14 European countries

Spain pavilion at THE NEW REALITY group virtual exhibition by ADORNO - Image: courtesy of ADORNO Gallery.

Are you ready to explore a Finnish submarine environment of a Magritte-inspired setting over the clouds? VR experiences and interactive 3D Models of over 200 exclusive European collectibles are on show at THE NEW REALITY digital group exhibition by ADORNO gallery. We have selected 6 brilliant designs from our favourite country-specific showcases.

London Design Festival 2020: 5 COVID-19 related design exhibitions on show

PATTERN PORTRAITS by Lauren Godfrey @ Coal Drops Yard - Photo via IG by @l_d_f_official

Unfinished projects by students in lockdown and a collaborative exhibition highlighting the power of togetherness. We selected 5 COVID-19 related design exhibitions on show in London.

THE HOTHOUSE: Studio Weave creates an edible tropical jungle with a sustainable message in London

HOTHOUSE by Studio Swine @ London Design Festival 2020 - Courtesy of LDF.

By 2050 mangos and pineapples are likely to ripe in orchards across the UK, say scientists. THE HOTHOUSE conservatory by Studio Weave highlights the reality of Climate Change and rising temperature.

London Design Festival 2020: 7 phygital highlights on show

London Design Festival 2020, graphic design by Studio Pentagram - Courtest of LDF.

A Victorian greenhouse with a warning climate change message, dogs’ architecture, biophilic design and architectural soundscapes explorations. London Design Festival 2020 goes ‘phygital’, focusing on the city’s resilient imprint.

LDF2019: 7 installations pushing design boundaries at Victoria & Albert Museum

Bamboo Ring by Kengo Kuma - Photo by Ed Reeve.

Robots on their way to intellective independence and weaved bamboo rings making the world a ‘lighter’ place… 7 installations pushing design boundaries at Victoria & Albert Museum!

LDF2019 leading trade destinations: the best of designunction, 100% Design, London Design Fair and Focus/19

LDF2019 leading trade destinations. Coal Drops Yard @ Kings Cross Design District - Photo via IG by @designjunction

A bioknit pavilion, a global journey in collectable design and natural materials promoting circular economy. What to see at London Design Festival, LDF2019 leading trade destinations.

7 must-see exhibitions at London Design Festival 2019

7 must-see exhibitions at London Design Festival 2019. CROSSOVER by Adorno - Photo by Tommy Frost

Explore galaxy-like formation of precious stones, discover micro-architectures for urban birds and insects and more. We have picked 7 must-see exhibitions at London Design Festival 2019.

8 designers’ installations at London Design Festival 2019

Please be Seated by Paul Cocksedge Studio - Photo by Mark Cocksedge.

From Tom Dixon’s multi sensory explorations to Lara Bohinc lunar showcase and urban interventions by Paul Cocksedge, Camille Walala and more. We have picked 8 designers’ installations at LDF2019.

Pinterest: inspirational design from LDF2019!

Non-Pavilion by Studio MICAT - Photo by Ed Reeve.
London Design Festival - LDF2019 Pinterest Board
London Design Festival – LDF2019 Pinterest Board.

London 2019 – We selected some of the best exhibitions and on show at London Design FestivalLDF2019. From Victoria & Albert installations by Sam Baron, Kengo Kuma and must see exhibitions across the city. Check our round ups including some of the best designers’ projects and product launches.

Explore the dedicated Pinterest board!

And do not forget to check our report…

Non-Pavilion by Studio MICAT - Photo by Ed Reeve.
Disco Carbonara by Martino Gamper - Photo by @studiostagg
Martino Gamper’s installation @ Coal Drops Yard – Photo by @studiostagg.
Sea Things by Sam Jacob - Photo by Ed Reeve.
Sam Baron’s Installation @ V&A.
Walala Lounge by Camille Walala - © Andy Stagg Photography
Walala Lounge by Camille Walala – © Andy Stagg Photography.



Scholten & Baijings’ TIME FOR TEA installation celebrates sipping rituals through design

Scholten Baijings TIME FOR TEA installation @ Fortnum & Mason - Photo by Charles Emerson Courtesy of London Design Festival.

A Japanese exquisite tea set, soft green hues, subtle patterns and bespoke furniture. The TIME FOR TEA installation brings together crafts and design from across the globe, one sip at a time.

Up-and-coming designers from Uruguay debut at London Design Festival

Hilos Invisibles. AMERICANA by Rafael Antía with Matteo Fogale. Photo by Tali Kimelman.

The state of the art of design Made in Uruguay shone at the Aram Gallery. Matteo Fogale invited and teamed up with 7 design studio from the capital Montevideo to pay tribute to Modernist master Julio Vilamajó Echaniz blending the country’s traditional crafts, modernist heritage and contemporary vibe.

Kellenberger–White’s Alphabet chairs invite to sit, relax and spell out words

LDF 2018 - British Land Landmark Project Alphabet chairs by Kellenberger-White.

At London Design Festival, Kellenberger–White has designed Alphabet chairs, a playful set of multicoloured and typographic seats inspired by Bauhaus design as well as Bruno Munari’s series ‘Seeking Comfort in an Uncomfortable Chair’.

London Design Festival 2018: 5 multi-sensory design exhibitions @ Victoria & Albert Museum

LDF18: 5 multi-sensory design exhibitions @ Victoria & Albert Museum . MULTIPLY by Waugh Thistleton Architects - Photo by Andy Stagg.

A modular architectural pavilion and a multi-sensory design installation merging classical music with design… 5 exhibitions at Victoria & Albert Museum during London Design Festival 2018.