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Join SBID at Cosentino’s new showroom in Hatton Garden for an illuminating discussion about luxury bathroom design!

As the bathroom evolves from clinical function room to living space, this high-traffic, high-demand area of design is constantly evolving and changing. In this talk, we’ll explore the changes and challenges in bathroom design, focusing on the importance of specifying premium products to create and maintain luxury spaces.

SBID CEO & Founder, Dr Vanessa Brady OBE will guide the talk to draw insights from a panel of design experts from leading brands and studios; Cosentino, GRAFF and Zulufish. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, learn from industry leaders, and network with your peers!

Drinks and canapes will be served.

Panellists:
– Chaired by Vanessa Brady OBE, Founder & CEO of SBID
– Jose Lopez, Regional General Manager South England, Cosentino UK
– Brian Gallop, Business Relations Manager from GRAFF Designs
– Caroline Milns, Head of Interior Design at Zulufish

SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!

The discussion is open to all SBID members and design professionals.

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The Society of British and International Interior Design continues on it’s mission to support interior designers in business!

The upcoming panel for CDW ‘Design Meets‘ programme brings together business and industry experts to address some of the biggest pain points designers face when it comes to running a practice and discuss the ins and outs of growing an interior design business in the current climate.

From scaling the business, managing clients and securing projects, to dealing with legal issues, navigating disputes and one of the most widely raised concerns among the interior design community, non-payment!

Designing is only one aspect of managing a successful practice. Learn from legal practitioners, financial specialists and knowledgeable designers about their experiences, solutions and recipes for success, as well as gain valuable insights on effective strategies to safeguard your brand, strengthen client relationships, and overcome the stumbling blocks to structure your business for greater commercial success!

Panellists:

– Dr Vanssa Brady OBE, CEO & Founder, SBID (Chair)

– Stella Gittins, Co-Founder & Group Director, Accouter Group of Companies

– Ed O’Donnell, Co-Founder & Creative Director , Angel O’Donnell

– Richard O’Donnell, Co-Founder & CEO, Angel O’Donnell

– Amanda Bucklow, Commercial Mediator, Unity Legal Solutions

– David Harrison, Payments Expert, ProCard

SBID Members earn 1 x CPD point for attending!

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Clerkenwell Design Week, the UK’s leading design festival will welcome architects and designers back to London’s creative hub!

The 2024 edition of CDW returns to Clerkenwell 21-23 May, welcoming architects, designers and interiors enthusiasts to London’s creative hub. In celebration of the area’s rich and diverse community, Clerkenwell Design Week will showcase leading British and international brands presenting cutting-edge products covering furniture, lighting, flooring, kitchens, bathrooms, ceramics, interior finishes and more.

Visitors can head to 160+ showrooms, discover 12+ curated exhibitions, stumble across striking installations, sit in on topical talks, attend hundreds of design-led events and even take advantage of deals across the area’s bars and restaurants. Click here to learn more about this CPD activity.

SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!

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Belgian furniture brand, Bulo, and sister company, Bosq, launches innovative WoodSaver Technology at Clerkenwell Design Week!

Talks and workshops will take place at the show enabling architects and designers to explore new sustainable options for projects with a high level of sustainability criteria.

WoodSaver is a revolutionary technology that offers a sustainable solution to reduce waste in veneer production. This groundbreaking development will take centre stage during the highly anticipated Clerkenwell Design Week, presented with their UK Clerkenwell-based partner and distributor, Welltek. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness firsthand the craftsmanship and ingenuity of WoodSaver in action.

SBID Members earn 1 x CPD point for attending the talk & 4 x CPD points for attending the workshop!

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What is Biophilic Design and how can this nature-based design approach be applied to help mitigate the effects of climate change?

Roca London Gallery’s panel of experts will explore how allowing nature to flourish in all spaces can support biodiversity, make cities more resilient to the effects of the climate crisis, whilst also more comfortable and equitable to live in.

This talk will draw on some of the leading authorities on biophilic design and explore why nature should be at the heart of every design process, whatever the scale. To conclude the discussion a Q&A will provide the audience to engage with our expert panel.

Speakers:

– Oliver Heath, Oliver Heath Design

– Paul de Zwart, Another Country

– Adrian Byne, Benholm

– Dr Vanessa Champion, Journal of Biophilic Design

SBID Members earn 1 x CPD point for attending!

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Mastering Architectural & Decorative Lighting and the Technology behind it

An interactive workshop presenting a unique and valuable opportunity to learn creative lighting techniques and design ideas from our renowned panel of experts:

Homeplay will be taking you on an experiential tour of our newly refurbished Experience Centre, drawing attention to the wide range of architectural and decorative lighting techniques and products that we use to create world-class luxury interiors.

Speakers:

– Luke Thomas, Design Director, John Cullen Lighting
– Harriet Daniels, Founder and Creative Director, Tigermoth Lighting
– James Ratcliffe, Managing Director and Owner, Homeplay

Drinks and light bites will be provided.

SBID Members earn 4 x CPD Points for attending!

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Back for its 15th anniversary edition, French Craft Collective is an exclusive one-day event dedicated to high-end design, curated by Business France.

It gives British specifiers and journalists the opportunity to discover a hand-picked selection of French craftspeople renowned for their know-how, techniques and unique expertise. These makers are highly specialised in private residential and commercial design projects.

Several world-class, highly-skilled French artisans come together in London to showcase a glimpse of their creations, bringing selected pieces for the trade to see. Proceedings centre around ‘Rendez-vous with the Makers’ sessions, where specifiers can meet the artisans, discover their crafts and discuss ideas for collaboration.

In addition, a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring leading names from the design industry takes place during the day.

A space for learning, networking, sharing ideas and discovering opportunities for future collaborations on design projects, the event showcases the skills of exceptional makers working in France.

Please note: Event attendance is strictly by RSVP and subject to approval by Business France.

SBID Members earn 2 x CPD Points for attending!

+ receive exclusive access to an invitation-only panel discussion (subject to availability). Email [email protected] to redeem!

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Davidson London’s CPD presentation explores the traditional craftsmanship of furniture making, empowering designers to make informed decisions

The CPD session will explore the traditional craftsmanship techniques and materials used in veneering, lacquering, gilding and marquetry techniques to create high-end contemporary furniture for luxurious interiors. On completion, designers will be empowered to make informed decisions about specifying luxury furnishings and thoroughly understand the craftsmanship of fine furniture, as well as the benefits for clients investing in these pieces.

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SBID Members earn 4 x CPD points for attending!

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Join Parklex Prodema at their showroom in Clerkenwell for Spanish nibbles and CPD presentation about specifying wood flooring for commercial application!

The CPD session will provide expert knowledge on using wood flooring in commercial interiors, exploring the different applications and requirements of wood as a material choice for floor coverings in projects from workplaces to hospitality. Informed by UK regulations, the seminar offers specialist insight on best practice for utilising wood flooring in a safe, compliant and sustainable way.

Meet the experts, network with your peers and enjoy some Spanish-inspired food & drinks! Click here to learn more about this CPD activity.

SBID Members earn 4 x CPD points for attending!

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As we warm up to this year’s edition of EquipHotel Paris in November, we’re thrilled to invite you to an enriching discussion led by experts at forefront of hospitality design innovation!

Join us at Conran and Partner’s Clerkenwell studio for an engaging dialogue with Tina Norden, Partner at Conran and Partners, Laureen Levi Alvares, Area manager UK & Ireland at Fermob, Sophie Harper, Editor at Hotel Designs, and Beatrice Gravier, Director of EquipHotel, as they share insights into how we should collaborate with younger generations to pool ideas that will shape the design of future social and hospitality settings.

During the event you will get the chance to engage with the panellists and gain exclusive perspectives on the trends and transformations shaping the landscape of hospitality design.

SBID Members earn 1 x CPD point for attending!

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