Superactive i2i: Langlands & Bell in Conversation
Hear Turner prize finalists Langlands & Bell, and their technical partner Julian Ellison, speak about their new interactive artwork Superactive i2i, with Ben Evans - Director of the London Design Festival.
This event will take place in the Portico Rooms at Somerset House at 18.30 on Monday 24 September 2007. Read More
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Innovation at RCA
Annual inclusive design symposium of the Helem Hamlyn Research Associates Programme 2007, featuring presentations by 12 new design graduates of the Royal College of Art. Project work with industrial partners from around the world will be discussed. Keynote speaker: Maria Benktzon, Ergonomi gruppen, Sweden. Read More
Focus 2007
Over four packed days, the latest designs from over 120 prestigious interior brands will be showcased for the first time. An unparalleled choice of fashion-forward fabrics, wall coverings, furniture, lighting, accessories, outdoor living and carpets will be brought together for the show. The first three days are for trade professionals. On Wednesday 26 September, everyone is welcome. Read More
Goldsmiths' Fair
Goldsmiths' Fair, the annual selling exhibition of contemporary jewellery and silverware by current designer-makers, celebrates 25 years this year and due to its ever increasing popularity is extending to two weeks. Read More
Opening Reception 2007
The London Design Festival officially launched its annual design extravaganza at a gala reception in the ballroom of the newly renovated Royal Festival Hall ballroom on 17 September.
Over 800 visitors witnessed the award of the Festival’s first Design Medal to the architect Zaha Hadid. Read More
Tips for The London Design Festival
We thought we'd provide some tips on how to make the most of London' annual design moment!
Some of the annual shows have been running longer than the Festival. In particular 100% Design London, Desingersblock, Decorex. They continue to innovate and evolve, and should not be missed! Newer shows are also starting to develop their own heritage within the Festival such as New Designers Selection, the Eureka Collection, Super Design Market and of course Deptford Design should also not be missed - they keep getting better & better! Read More
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Southbank
The Southbank Centre is the LDF 07 happenings headquarters.
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Win an Aeron chair
Win a Herman Miller Aeron chair by filling out a My Festival application before 5pm, Friday 28 September.
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Covent Garden
Covent Garden is an important and unique place to visit during the London Design Festival. Read more
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Size + Matter
This project is one of the vanguards of the 2007 Festival programme.
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Running commentary
On what happened, will happen or should happen from the LDF volunteer team.
Backstage Blog
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Press
Visit the Press Centre for the latest news on LDF 07 or to register for a press pass to attend events and functions.
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The Official Guide
The official guide to the London Design Festival 2007 is the essential tool for getting the most out of the Festival period and it's now available for download.
Designed by Pentagram and edited by architecture author & critic Lucy Bullivant, the guide its packed with information, including full listings for all Festival activity, maps, editorial comment from some of London leading design thinkers, and Festival recommendations from leading design figures. Available from over 250 venues in London the guide is free and will serve as a reference for years to come. Read More
Download the guide by section:
Eastern Hub | Western Hub | Southern Hub | Central Hub | Editorials | Sponsors | Multi-city Installations | City Maps | Talks & One day events
Writer's group 26 partnered JCDecaux to use their billboards to demonstrate the power of language in design. The 26 pairs have each responded to the challenge of writing stories of up to 6 words. Each of these stories will appear on the London Design Festival homepage throughout the festival period and the full collection will also be available on a special page. (Available from the start of the festival.)