Cappellini and Haworth are unveiling a unique showroom concept, designed by architect Patricia Urquiola in collaboration with Giulio Cappellini. To mark the occasion, Cappellini will present an exhibition with designer Sebastian Herkner, and Haworth will showcase new products by Studio Urquiola.

Morgan presents ‘Underlying Geometry’, a collaboration with British Artist Andrew Macgregor, alongside an exhibition of their latest products at their showroom and at designjunction. In addition, they will be holding a sample sale of ex-display Morgan chairs and accessories.

'Design & Ethics', the focus of the biennial 2017 Papanek Symposium & Lecture organised by the Papanek Foundation, University of Applied Arts Vienna, draws on critical approaches of Austria-American émigré designer and educator Victor Papanek. In collaboration with the Austrian Embassy, London.

Vitra celebrates the iconic Eames Plastic Chairs in a never before seen, unique installation. Celebrating the playful personality of the Plastic Chairs, visitors will experience the countless different combinations, colours & materials of this iconic piece designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1950.

The Zaha Hadid Gallery showcases the latest in architecture, interiors, furniture, and product design through curated exhibitions, and provides insight into the process, and ethos of the architecture practice, and design studio that was founded by Zaha Hadid over 35 years ago.

'Sip and Shop' at Gotham Notting Hill:

This September, as part of London Design Festival 2017, Gotham welcome you to enjoy a drink with us in our Showroom in Notting Hill.

We will be showcasing New Collections by Bruno Moinard Editions, exclusive to Gotham in the UK.

bulthaup Mayfair invite Architects and Interior Designers to join them for a special breakfast, prepared by Gaggenau, on Thursday 21st September 8.30 - 10.30am at their Mayfair showroom, where they will be launching their new b solitaire system during the London Design Festival 2017

An insight into the way Chris and Nicola Cox find inspiration, in both technical process and historic reference, to create their own unique brand of contemporary, sculptural lighting and furniture. This event explores their creative design journey in the form of a Q & A session with Rachel Bates.

Can design change the world? This timely event, chaired by curator Catherine Flood, combines Dr Catharine Rossi, Prof. Alan Male and Dr Russell Bestley to debate design’s potential to enact change for good (or evil), and the responsibility of designers to use their creative powers for positive ends.

Exploring the changing face of consumption.

Chef's table with Poggenpohl
A fun and informative evening at Ultimate Kitchens, the Poggenpohl showroom on Pimlico Road, featuring a live cookery demonstration using Miele appliances.
Spaces are limited, so if you would like to join us please contact natasha.wegrzyn@poggenpohl.com for details

'Maker Connections' is a free event in which to network with other makers, hardware entrepreneurs/enthusiasts, designers, manufacturers, funders, product development experts and digital startups.

Uncover BBC Reith: A new typeface for the BBC

Join type foundry Dalton Maag to browse a pop-up installation showcasing the details of the new BBC typeface and attend a talk on the type system's design and development.

GARAGE, inspired by the brand’s origin story building motorbikes, will see the launch of their latest VS collaboration with Michelin star chef Tom Sellers, a ‘Hardware Hacks’ workshop, a photo exhibition by Subsculptures, a Garage Sale and the BUSTER BULB / TUBE launch party with DJs.

Design Party: Habitat launches 10 new designs exclusively for London Design Festival at its Tottenham Court Road store with an evening celebrating its famous in-house Design Studio. Head down for an evening of drinks, design previews and soundtrack curated by Grace Winteringham of Patternity.

Join co-founder and SVP of Design at luxury bathroom and kitchen brand Waterworks for a talk on creating the perfect bathroom. Drawing on four decades of experience, Barbara Sallick will demystify the process of designing this personal space with intriguing references to the history of its design.

Can understanding our body’s material make up inspire product design for the future? Design consultancy OurOwnsKIN probes this question with a showcase and talks from design (OurOwnsKIN), anthropology (Victor Buchli, UCL) and 3D print (Jonathan Rowley, Digits2Widgets) perspectives. Free event.

For one night only, Pentagram’s London office will be transformed into a hall of lyrics, filled with installations depicting famous lines from the songs of David Bowie, Dusty Springfield, Taylor Swift and many more. Curated and designed by Pentagram partner Domenic Lippa.

An evening presentation and a glass of wine hosted by Jason Bruges

Master of Class, Master of Glass.
In presence of the Valcucine Ambassador Beatrice Venezi
Conductor of Nuova Orchestra Scarlatti Napoli
Tuesday, September 19th - 6pm

Tala and SCP present a one-day immersive furniture and lighting exhibition showcasing their latest designs. ‘Under the Arches’ will feature specially curated room-sets comprised of both brands latest designs alongside a bespoke mirrored lighting installation, linking together the two arches.

The Power of Sound Design (Talks & Workshop)
How can you unleash the power of sound and music to boost digital experiences? What can we learn from the film and gaming world? Join Futurice for a combination of talks and a hands-on workshop.

Leading designers Rob Law (Trunki) and Martin Darbyshire (tangerine) join Ellie Runcie (Design Council) and Milan Patel (Ceravision) to discuss their experiences of protecting their designs. Chaired by design law expert John Coldham of Gowling WLG, this fascinating event is now in its 5th year.

Join PDP London – the only architects featured in Country & Townhouse Magazine’s ‘Great British Brands’ publication - for drinks, nibbles and a curated exhibition celebrating their diverse portfolio of work across high profile properties and impeccable addresses from Pimlico to beyond!

Founded in 1989, in Paris, Galerie Patrick Seguin has brought the talents of French designers such as Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier and Jean Royère into the international spotlight. In October 2015, the gallery opened its second space in Mayfair, London.

Explore the history behind our range of Ikats here at Robert Kime with a video feature that will be shown at our Ebury Street showroom. The Ikats are hand woven in Turkey using time honoured traditional methods, an art which has been inherited through generations of Ikat masters.

Graham & Green have teamed with looming expert Lucy from Peas and Needles to help you create your very own weaving on a lap loom. Perfect for both beginners and experts, join us on Sunday 17th September at 11am in Graham & Green’s flagship store in Bayswater.

D.I.Y. Art Market, brings together a community of creatives and provides visitors the opportunity to discover and take home unique pieces that include - art prints, ceramics, zines, independent publications, risograph prints, lo-fi sculptures, jewellery, sewn items, screen prints, and artist books.

Open Home is a groundbreaking new furniture collection from John Lewis. Developed by acclaimed London based design studio Doshi Levien, it represents a new philosophy for furniture design that changes the way we think about modern living spaces.
Located on the 3rd floor John Lewis Oxford Street.

Take a Seat is a celebration of Brixton’s street seats. Public seating is often associated with anti-social behaviour and many have been removed. Utilising the LDF as a platform, we’ll explore, through design-led transformations, how we congregate and engage with each other in the public realm.