Clerkenwell Design Week

New Designers Selects joins Shoreditch Design Week for an exciting launch event. New Designers is the UK’s longest-running and leading graduate design showcase, widely respected and loved by the industry. For many years, a key part of New Designers has been ND Selects, a curated showcase of emerging design businesses early into their careers, 1-5 years. For the first time in September 2026, New Designer Selects will take place outside of the main July event, presented in collaboration with Shoreditch Design Week. Discover more via Shoreditch Design Week's website.

Clerkenwell Design Week 2026 marked a significant milestone as we celebrated our 15th edition, welcoming the global design community to London’s EC1 district from 19-21 May. Across three days, visitors explored a diverse programme of installations, exhibitions, product launches, workshops and talks that reflected some of the most important conversations shaping the design industry today. Sustainability, inclusivity, wellbeing and international collaboration emerged as key themes throughout the event. ✨

Thank you to the Ceramics of Italy Association Confindustria Ceramica for curating such an inspiring Ceramics of Italy exhibition at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026. Developed in collaboration with ITA - Italian Trade Agency, the Ceramics of Italy exhibition offered a fascinating insight into the depth and diversity of Italian ceramic and porcelain tile production. From bold contemporary finishes to refined surface innovations, the exhibition demonstrated why Italian ceramics continue to set international benchmarks for quality, sustainability and design. An engaging destination for architects, designers and specifiers seeking fresh ideas and innovative material solutions.

More than a trend report, Kerrie Kelly, NKBA, FASID explores how Clerkenwell Design Week blends character with heritage, celebrating its legacy with confidence and a light touch while creating lasting impressions. Discover more via her blog: https://lnkd.in/euu4AFAV

A huge thank you to ANIEME for curating The Spanish Collection at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026. Set within the stunning surroundings of The Charterhouse’s Great Hall and Old Library, the collection celebrated the very best of Spanish design, craftsmanship and innovation. The historic setting provided the perfect backdrop to discover inspiring brands, connect with industry peers, and enjoy authentic Spanish hospitality through a wonderful selection of tapas and wine. An unforgettable showcase of creativity, culture and collaboration✨

A big thank you to Commercial Interiors UK for hosting the Design in Focus talks programme at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026. Set within the newly unveiled Commercial Design in the Park, the curated three-day programme brought together designers, architects, operators and industry leaders for seven engaging and thought-provoking sessions. The programme provided a valuable platform for sharing ideas, exploring emerging trends and fostering meaningful industry conversations, helping to make this year's festival one of our most inspiring yet. We are also grateful to Design Insider for its support in championing the programme and helping to amplify these important discussions across the commercial interiors community. Sean Holt, MD, Commercial Interiors UK said "Launching Design In Focus at Clerkenwell Design Week was extremely exciting and we were delighted at its success! The energy, the conversations & the connections made over those three days captured everything Commercial Interiors UK stands for. We can't wait to build on this success next year!"

Our media partner, Design Insider, has captured the energy, innovation and key conversations that defined Clerkenwell Design Week 2026 in their latest Event Report. From new showroom openings and dynamic collaborations to thought-provoking talks, launches and installations, the report highlights the moments that made this year's festival so memorable. It also identifies some of the standout themes of CDW 2026: the intersection of biology and technology, exploring how AI, digital twins and data-driven design are being balanced with biomaterials, circular thinking and human-centred approaches. Offering a snapshot of the ideas shaping the future of commercial interiors, the report celebrates the people, places and discussions that continue to position Clerkenwell as one of Europe's leading design destinations. Read the full report below: https://lnkd.in/eKe4Z83Q

Thank you to arc magazine and darc media for delivering another outstanding edition of the [d]arc thoughts talks programme at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026 for a fourth year. Returning to the House of Detention, the programme featured three days of engaging panels and presentations, bringing together industry leaders to share their knowledge and experience of integrating effective and innovative lighting solutions into design projects.

Creative Studio Playground, an official Clerkenwell Design Week media partner, is the magazine that dares to explore, question, and re-envision the creative industries. Through thought-provoking essays, reports, and bold, honest conversations, it’s where curiosity meets play and inspiration. The latest Issue 5 has just launched and is full of smart insights and egoless advice - interviews, essays, creatives from across Europe. Grab a copy at their e-shop: https://lnkd.in/dyui9KuT

A special thank you to SANDOW and Design Milk for hosting Design Dialogues at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026. Bringing together leading voices from across the design industry, the programme fostered engaging conversations, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections, creating a dynamic platform for the exchange of ideas and innovation. As AJ Paron, Executive Vice President of SANDOW, shared: “SANDOW DESIGN GROUP greatly values our partnership with Media 10 - their creativity, collaboration, and deep understanding of the design community consistently help make events like Clerkenwell Design Week and Design at Work New York both impactful and inspiring.” We are proud to work alongside SANDOW who share our commitment to championing design, creativity, and industry dialogue.