Decorex is a high-end interior design exhibition which has brought together the best of the design community each year for 45 years. Across four days in October, they host the industry, allowing individuals to connect with one another and be inspired by the plethora of beautiful products on show. Secure your ticket today to join the interior design sphere in celebrating all things design.
Decorex is a place to meet emerging and established interior design brands and discover their unique products. You’ll also be able to enjoy unique features, the revered Design Talks, and interactive areas throughout the show floor at the Olympia in London – guaranteed to spark inspiration! The Design Talks at Decorex 2023 are carefully curated to cover a range of topics and are hosted by 80+ experts from the industry.
Making Spaces is returning for Decorex 2023! There will be several areas dedicated to talented craftspeople who demonstrate their skills live at the event. We are proud to be working with Cockpit, The Black Artisans, Future Icons, QEST and Rycotewood communities this year in choosing the featured craftspeople.
Cover Magazine said that Decorex is ‘Highly Anticipated’, House & Garden described the event as ‘A key date in the autumn design calendar’ and Walpole Magazine believes Decorex is ‘continuing a legacy of excellence’.
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The highlight of the show will be debut of its most decadent collection yet, Cocktail. Two years in the making, Cocktail is inspired by the brand’s hometown of Birmingham, in particular, its celebrated cocktail district. A destination home to noteworthy locations where master mixologists perfect the art of classics with a contemporary twist, the new collection reimagines sophisticated glassware silhouettes and details to form a trio of indulgent design stories.
Armac Martin will also be previewing a range of switches and sockets, a first for the brand, alongside debuting a sophisticated range of luxury bathroom accessories, some of which have been designed in collaboration with Sophie Paterson. With all pieces designed and manufactured in England, Armac Martin has been dedicated to crafting the finest brass interior details for almost a century.
Explore Armac Martin’s collections at Decorex, Stand B26.
In the Interiors Section of Grand Designs Live on Stand L18, you will get a sneak peak of the original prototype that inspired the breath-taking 12m long stairwell centrepiece in the Chancery Building of the British Embassy in Paris. You can explore the design, discover the design process and discuss your own bespoke creations!
Also brand new and on show, will be their incredibly decorative hand-patinated, gilded wall and pendant lights, offering a personalised colour palette to suit any interior design. More sculpture than light, CCC champion a unique decorative aesthetic with an element of innovation to push the boundaries between form, function, longevity and economy. Like illuminated art pieces within your projects, all designs are fully bespoke, inviting you to take part in the design process, from start to finish.
Contemporary Chandeliers offer a full design service, manufactured for your space and installed by their expert team.
The Contemporary Chandelier Company recently had four designs shortlisted in the Lighting category of the upcoming SBID Awards; most of which will be showcased on the Grand Design stand!
The stand-alone event will bring the area to life as CDW’s iconic pink trail, flags and window vinyl return to EC1. The two-day programme will be jam packed with engaging events all within walking distance, allowing visitors to explore the area with ease and discover the latest cutting-edge products for commercial interiors.
CDT showrooms will showcase product launches and new collections as well as host workshops, talks, demonstrations, parties and more, spotlighting Clerkenwell as the UK’s most important hubs for design.
Click here to discover the SBID x CDT Guided CPD Tours, including showroom visits with workshops, demonstrations, collection launches and even afternoon tea!
Those taking part in the Clerkenwell Design Trail from 4th to 5th October can see the one-of-a-kind hidden induction cooking system, CookingRAK, in action at the RAK Ceramics Design Hub at 100 St John Street.
A kitchen worksurface that doubles as a cooking area, seamlessly, CookingRAK features an induction hob is concealed in an ultra-durable porcelain surface, taking the kitchen from meal preparation to social space effortlessly. Also on display at the Design Hub for the duration of the Clerkenwell Design Trail are the latest RAK Ceramics surfaces, brassware and sanitaryware.
Drop in for inspiration and refreshments at 100 St John Street, EC1M 4EH.
SBID Members receive 2 x CPD points for attending!
You can join them at the luxury interiors trade event, Design Central North West on the 26th & 27th September at Capesthorne Hall, Cheshire.
During your visit, you’ll get a sneak peek at the new natural fibre collections, sustainably sourced and expertly handwoven by artisans. The team will be on hand to provide insights into their latest designs, where you can discuss and collaborate on custom projects for your discerning clients.
Riviera Home uses only the finest yarns and master artistry to produce enchanting tapestries for your flooring requirements, working with designers to transform living spaces into havens of splendour and imagination. Let the captivating patterns complement your visionary designs with elegance and comfort to create long lasting works of floor art!
To truly experience the luxury of a Riviera Home carpet, you need to feel it in person! First-hand, you will be able to appreciate the skill and craftsmanship that goes into each handcrafted design.
SBID members earn 2 x CPD points for attending
London Design Festival’s leading exhibition, London Design Fair (formerly known as Tent London) is a four-day event which brings together designers, retail buyers, interior designers, architects, and specifiers, as well as design enthusiasts. Returning to the Truman Brewery on 21-24 September 2023, the Fair provides an inspirational destination for established brands, independent designers, and international showcases.
An essential event for the design industry, the 2023 edition will bring together 200 exhibitors from across the world and will feature a LDNdesign Talks Theatre, offering four days of talks and workshops from an inspiring line-up of industry figures and designers. The programme will feature sessions curated by partners including Architonic, Darc Magazine, TrendBible, Mix Interiors, Design Council, as well as exclusive designer talks and interactive workshops.
Non-members, click here to register now.
Registration opens for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe, returning to ExCeL London 29 – 30 November 2023. Designers, suppliers, and decision-makers from cruise lines and shipyards will take to London to hear the industry’s latest trends and challenges, update their portfolios and samples, and grow their network at this specialised exhibition and conference.
Attendees can look forward to a display of high-quality innovations and expertise from the European cruise interior industry’s leading design firms, outfitters, and suppliers at CSIE. Buyers can also expand their supplier order book with the Speed Networking program. With two sessions running per day, CSIE will match industry suppliers with relevant buyers from cruise lines, design studios, and shipyards.
Notable industry players RODA, Cristallux, De Wave Group, and more will be joined by 60 CSIE newcomers including Gruppo Mastrotto, a dynamic fabric and tanning supplier whose clients span automotive, marine, and aviation industries. Also new to CSIE is Marino Projects, an established contractor within the European cruise market boasting over 450 completed ship finishing and outfitting projects across 21 countries.
CSIE will unite the cruise interiors community through a variety of networking opportunities, from the Opening Party to the Happy Hour crowning day one. Throughout the show, delegates can connect with peers over a British pint at the CSIE Pub, which will also be hosting the Pitch & Pint competition. Following a popular launch drawing large crowds last year, this high-energy event gave new to CSIE suppliers the chance to pitch one headline product or service to design studio and cruise line judges. Among these were George Scammell (Director, Interior Design, Princess Cruises), James McIntyre (Procurement Director, MSC Cruises), and Peter Joehnk (Founder and Partner, JOI Design).
Interactive sessions run by industry thought leaders will be also taking place at exhibitor stands throughout CSIE. These CPD accredited talks will delve into the industry’s most pressing topics and trends, from project management to appealing to the next generation of cruising, wrapped up by an exploration into how disruptive technologies will shake up the cruise design sector.
To commemorate the end of a successful year for the European cruise community, the CSI Awards will wrap up day two of Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe. These coveted awards will celebrate the industry’s biggest achievements over the last year.
Register here for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2023 to receive event updates and your free two-day pass.
About Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe (CSIE) caters exclusively to the European cruise interior design industry. Taking place at London’s ExCeL, the highly focused exhibition and conference is the place to be if you work in the industry. Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe, ExCel London, 29 – 30 November 2023
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London Design Festival is an annual event held to celebrate and promote London as the design capital of the world and as the gateway to the international creative community.
London Design Festival Director, Ben Evans CBE says “London and Design go hand in hand. It is part of our story. London Design Festival is a platform for hundreds of design stories to be told. Each of them talks to an expanding audience hungry for design ideas and enjoying the quality and diversity of what’s on offer. It all confirms London’s status as the global centre of design.”
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This Autumn, the Clerkenwell Design Trail, on 4-5 October, will bring the A&D community together to re-connect and network across Clerkenwell’s historic cobbles.
The stand-alone event will bring the area to life as CDW’s iconic pink trail, flags and window vinyl return to EC1. The two-day programme will be jam packed with engaging events all within walking distance, allowing visitors to explore the area with ease and discover the latest cutting-edge products for commercial interiors. CDT showrooms will showcase product launches and new collections as well as host workshops, talks, demonstrations, parties and more, spotlighting Clerkenwell as the UK’s most important hub for design.
SBID Members receive exclusive invites to the VIP Party!*
*Limited availability. Email [email protected] to claim or click here to discover the benefits of SBID membership.
Participating showrooms include high-end furniture, surfaces, acoustic specialist, kitchen and bathroom brands who will all be throwing open their doors for a series of engaging events over the two days.
Jedd Barry, Senior Marketing Manager for Design at Media 10 said, “we’re delighted to be welcoming the A&D community back to Clerkenwell this Autumn. It’s an opportunity for the industry to reconnect and explore the latest collections that resident showrooms have to offer. An extensive programme of design-led events will be taking place across the EC1 neighbourhood as we celebrate Clerkenwell as the UK’s hub for design.”
Brands already confirmed to participate include:
AllSfär is a brand with a clear mission dedicated to creating and manufacturing agile, acoustic products for architects, interior designers, office fit-out companies and furniture dealers.
Brunner design and manufacture high quality contract furniture specialising in the workplace, hospitality and education sectors with a diverse portfolio of sustainably manufactured to order products.
BuzziSpace creates solutions for happy and healthy spaces around the world. With a mission to improve well-being through human-centric design, the Belgian design brand provides original acoustic solutions, lighting, and furnishings to meet the needs of the modern workplace—and beyond.
Domus offer the latest creative hard surface and flooring material – including porcelain and ceramic tiles, glass mosaics, XL format porcelain slabs, engineered wood, laminate and vinyl flooring.
Formica Group invented high pressure laminates in 1913. Pioneers by definition, the iconic Formica brand represents the quintessence of laminates. Inspired by life – Laminates entered people’s daily lives and made modernity dreams come true and accessible.
Through innovative solutions and brilliant designs, Frem have evolved into one of the UK’s market leaders in workplace solutions. Combining the highest quality craftmanship and manufacturing standards, they create office, reception and meeting room furniture as well as storage solutions, Hubs, Pods and Booths.
As one of the UK’s leading designers and manufacturers of workplace furniture, the Gresham portfolio encompasses office desking, seating, storage and screens plus conference, leisure and breakout collections, offering a holistic solution to all furniture requirements.
Inspiring architects and interior designers for almost 50 years, Havwoods is a prevailing name in beautiful wood flooring design and sets the benchmark for superior quality wood flooring.
Ideal Standard is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality residential, commercial and healthcare bathroom and washroom solutions. Its portfolio combines expertly crafted, design-led products with cutting-edge technology to lead the industry in aesthetics and performance.
Iris Ceramica Group is a world leading manufacturer of high-performing top quality ceramic surfaces for residential, commercial, industrial architecture and design of innovative solutions.
Karndean’s design process begins with a meeting… with nature. They see flooring differently. It’s how they bring the unimaginable, inspired from the outdoors, indoors.
Lavoro manufacture beautifully designed height adjustable desks that put employee wellbeing first; for forward-thinking companies looking to embrace the future of work.
Mount Lighting is a leading manufacturer of customisable architectural and commercial LED lighting. They pride themselves on their understanding of the ever-changing workplace environment, technical knowledge and creative design capabilities.
Moventi’s product design strategy sits at the core of their product collection. Driven by the demands of the ever-evolving workplace, they believe product design requires a holistic approach.
obo is a furniture provider with a holistic approach to the workplace, with a mission to ensure the physical and emotional wellbeing of people in their chosen workplace, wherever that might be.
Panaz is a leading supplier of high-quality contract fabrics for the hospitality, healthcare, cruise and corporate sectors.
Paragon Carpet Tiles is a leading UK manufacturer of design-led commercial carpet tiles, providing inspiring, modern flooring solutions that transform spaces.
Parkside are a design-led tile specification company serving architects, designers, contractors and developers in the UK.
Rockfon manufacturers acoustic products made from stone wool. Biophillic wall hangings, wall panels with customisable artwork, monolithic acoustic ceilings, room dividers and more.
Innovative and dynamic, Solus is renowned among the A&D community for being one of the UK’s leading suppliers of commercial floor and wall tiles.
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions.
Verco is one of Britain’s leading office furniture designers and manufacturers. Verco are passionate about innovation and excellence as well as their furniture.
Rethink the office: Future working environments have little in common with the familiar office. As a specialist in office furniture, Wiesner-Hager deliver creative solutions for commercial environments.
VitrA London is a creative hub for the design community situated in the heart of Clerkenwell. A focus of creativity and conversation, VitrA London offers design inspiration in the form of its latest ranges.
About Clerkenwell Design Trail
The stand-alone event will bring the area to life as CDW’s iconic pink trail, flags and window vinyl return to EC1. The two-day programme will be jam packed with engaging events all within walking distance, allowing visitors to explore the area with ease and discover the latest cutting-edge products for commercial interiors. Clerkenwell Design Trail, London EC1, 4-5 October 2023
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