Clerkenwell Design Week returns bigger than ever

Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) will make a return to London, from May 21-23, 2024, and will be bigger than ever with new venues and expanded exhibition spaces.

26 Jan, 24

Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) will return to London, from May 21-23, 2024, and will be bigger than ever with new venues and expanded exhibition spaces.

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Now in its 15th year, CDW will be building upon its “record” 2023 event, which attracted 37,000 visitors.

This year’s event will host more than 600 curated events across the EC1 neighbourhood. complemented by over 160 participating showrooms and 300 exhibitors across more than 12 venues

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Hosting a programme of product launches, talks and worktops, the showrooms which have confirmed participation include Domus Tiles, Cosentino, Ideal Standard, Iris Ceramica and VitrA Bathrooms.

CDW also welcomes three new exhibition venues, including The Edit on Bourne and Hollingsworth, featuring contemporary design brands.

This will be joined by Contract and Work on Clerkenwell Green and a pop-up space at The Goldsmiths’ Centre showcasing brands for commercial and workplace interiors.

The British Collection will also double its size, taking over the entire crypt at St James Church, including the Tom Dixon-furnished vestry.

It will join returning venues of Design Fields, Light, Project. Elements, Detail, Platform, Ceramics of Italy and Old Sessions House.

In addition, to exhibitions and showrooms, design destinations will include Paxton Locher House with Danish brand, Brewhouse Yard and Cowcross Yard with Ukrainian designs and for the first time Marx Memorial Library with international brands.

An array of site specific installations and activations will be held in Clerkenwell Green from brands including Geberit, with a schedule of daily talks Conversations at Clerkenwell in Spa Field and guided tours.

Design division director of Media 10 Marlon Cera-Marle commented; “We’re thrilled to return this May with Clerkenwell Design Week.

“As one of the most attended specification events in the A&D calendar, it also serves as an important platform to discover new talent and ideas.”

He added: “This year, we’re excited to showcase an unprecedented number of participating brands, reflecting strong demand from both home and overseas.

“In response, we’re expanding our exhibition and installation spaces, including the newly revamped, pedestrian friendly Clerkwenwell Green.

“Anticipation is high for what’s in store, from diverse brands and showrooms to exciting partners, features and special events.”