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Last Chance to visit!
The World of Charles and Ray Eames
Barbican
Until 14 Feb
Charles and Ray Eames are among the most influential designers of the 20th century. If you haven’t already visited, this week is the last to see The World of Charles and Ray Eames at the Barbican. The exhibition includes an insight into the Eameses world with personal letters, photographs and drawings, amongst models, products and furniture. MORE |
Mavericks: Breaking the Mould of British Architecture
Royal Academy of Arts
26 January — 20 April
Mavericks: Breaking the Mould of British Architecture looks at the works of twelve architects who have sculpted British architecture from the sixteenth century to present day. Architects comprise Smythson, Vanbrugh, Wyatt, Soane, Cockerell, Mackintosh, Holden, Goodhart-Rendel, Stirling, Price, FAT and Hadid. MORE |
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The Sample Sale by designjunction
Victoria House
4-6 March
Save the date and book tickets for The Sample Sale, curated by designjunction. Taking place at Victoria House, London 4-6 March 2016, The Sample Sale is the first multi-brand furniture and product sale. Discover designs and discounts of up to 70% off from Anglepoise, Case Furniture, Innermost, Modus, Tom Dixon, Very Good & Proper amongst others. MORE |
Midcentury Modern
Dulwich College
28 Feb
Midcentury Modern in association with Elle Decoration returns to the grand venue of Dulwich College. Spread across multiple venues, the one-day selling fair includes 20th century design classics alongside modern collectables. Also visit the Modern Marketplace for an online directory of modern designers and mid-century dealers. MORE
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Utopia 2016
Somerset House
Until Dec
Somerset House celebrates the 500th anniversary of Thomas More’s novel Utopia with four seasons of events that will explore art, theatre, fashion, architecture, film and more. Including the inaugural London Design Biennale, which will comprise installations from over 40 of the world’s nations during the London Design Festival. MORE |
Stockholm Design Week and Stockholm Furniture & Lighting Fair
8-14 Feb
Stockholm Design Week and Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair returns, showcasing Scandinavian design across the city through design events, exhibitions, talks, showrooms and the main trade show. Within the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby design an installation of new works entitled Triptych. MORE
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Arts Thread X Designersblock
Via Tortona, Milan 16
Open call for applicants
Deadline 28 Feb
Arts Thread and Designersblock are selecting newly graduated creatives to showcase their works during Milan Design Week this April. Designersblock Milan features works from over 100 independent designers across furniture, textile, ceramic, service design and more. Submit your designs for the chance to show your work to over 60,000 visitors. APPLY NOW
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Designers in Residence
Design Museum
Open call for applicants
Deadline 1 Mar
Apply now to have the opportunity to showcase your work at the Design Museum. Now in its 9th year, the annual residency programme promotes new and emerging design talent. This year’s theme ‘OPEN’ reflects not only their new residence in Kensington come autumn but also the accessible and collaborative nature of design. APPLY NOW |
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This year’s Festival will take place 17-25 September 2016. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team this spring. Job roles include Project Assistants, a Communications Assistant, a Digital Communication Assistant and an Events Manager.
Visit londondesignfestival.com/jobs to find out more and apply. |
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