At the event, Hansgrohe will launch AXOR's second Emerging Talent Design Competition based on the "Escape from the Ordinary" white paper. One talented graduate (or recent graduate within 3 years) will win: - A coveted place on an interior designers' trip to Schiltach, the home of AXOR - A year-long pass to the Festival of Hospitality
Event Highlights (Tuesday 20th May, 3pm - 7pm): - Portfolio Workshop with Bez Amdemichael from Goddard Littlefair offering professional tips and hints - CV & Interview Masterclass with industry insiders - Networking Workshop led by business design experts Karen and Katie from Always Thinking - Keynote Address by Tolù Adẹ̀kọ́, founder of international design agency Adeko & Co hosted by Hamish Kilburn, journalist and founder of Kilburn Communications
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!
Other activities will be happening at the Water Studio through the week. Highlights include: - Wednesday 21st May - Bath Salt Making with Hackney Herbal (11am – 1pm): Guests can participate in a relaxing, hands-on workshop creating bespoke bath salts using herbs and essential oils. Ice cream and Pimm’s will also be served. - Thursday 22nd May - The Legendary Design Party (5pm – 8pm): Celebrate the close of CDW with authentic German street food, cocktails, music from DJ Anna, and captivating entertainment, all hosted in the transformed Water Studio.
Enjoy breakfast with Moroso before you’re taken on a guided tour around Clerkenwell to explore participating showrooms, discover the latest collections and network with the industry!
- Stop 1 & Breakfast: Moroso - Danish Collection - Milliken - Ethimo - Church of Design - Charter House - The Vault - ITA - Final Stop: Old Sessions House with Material Bank
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points (per showroom) for attending!
Don’t forget your must also be registered to attend Clerkenwell Design Week. To complete your registration, visit www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com
The 2025 edition of CDW returns to Clerkenwell 20-22 May, welcoming architects, designers and interiors enthusiasts to London’s creative hub. To celebrate this rich and diverse community, Clerkenwell Design Week has created a truly unique way of showcasing world leading leading interiors brands and emerging design talent.
Featuring 600+ showroom events, 15+ curated exhibitions, striking installations, topical talks, design destinations, a fringe programme, food and drink partners and more, the award-winning CDW has firmly established itself as the UK’s leading design festival. Click here to learn more about this CPD activity.
Karndean Commercial, a trusted supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, is set to showcase the power of inclusive design at Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 with its immersive installation, Designing for the Senses. This thought-provoking exhibit will highlight how neurodiverse design can create environments that cater to a wide range of cognitive and sensory needs.
The UK’s leading design festival, to be held in London’s famous design district on 20-22 May, CDW25 is a must attend event in the industry’s annual calendar and is set to feature the latest design developments, leading brands and emerging talent.
Renowned for its design innovation, Karndean Commercial will be demonstrating how their portfolio of products can support a more inclusive built environment. through a thought provoking installation at its Clerkenwell Green showroom. Featuring a blend of quiet relaxing neutrals and bold stimulating patterns supporting neurodivergent individuals experiencing hypersensitivity and hyposensitivity respectively, the installation demonstrates how designing for the senses can celebrate difference and improve lived experience for everyone.
Richard Allen, commercial sales director at Karndean Commercial, said: “One in seven people in the UK identify as neurodivergent and experience the world in ways that can vary greatly from neurotypical individuals. Neurodiverse conditions include autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In addition, an increasing number of people are living with neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and Parkinson’s disease.
“As designers of the built environment, shaping people’s day to day experiences, we have a responsibility to ensure that all users feel comfortable through the creation of inclusive environments where those who experience and process the world differently are recognised and where every individual will feel comfortable. Hypersensitive and hyposensitive design are essential considerations in creating neuro-inclusive environments that cater to individuals with different sensory processing needs, creating environments that benefit the wellbeing of everyone.”
The British Standards Institution introduced guidelines for designing inclusive environments in 2022. PAS 6463 Design for the Mind: Neurodiversity and the Built Environment Through the Different Elements of Sensory Perception presents detailed guidance on how to accommodate for neurodiverse needs through the consideration of sensory needs, from lighting and acoustics to thermal comfort and wayfinding.
Flooring is one of the largest continuous surfaces in a space so its design and material choices can play a pivotal role in creating neuro-inclusive environments. Karndean flooring is designed to authentically reproduce the natural beauty of the world’s most precious woods and stones and so is ideal for creating a biophilic look to complement either calming or stimulating interiors, but without the time consuming maintenance requirements of natural materials.
Karndean’s RIBA approved CPD seminar, Designing Neuro-Inclusive Environments with Flooring, investigates how neurodiversity and neurodegenerative conditions can be accommodated in the built environment by catering to various sensory and neurological processing differences. The key topics covered by the seminar include the British Standards Institution guidelines PAS 6463 and its implications for architecture and interior design, how a selection of real life projects puts this theory into practice and how neuro-inclusive spaces can support the latest fire safety regulations and facilitate evacuation in an emergency situation.
Richard Allen explained: “We’ll be running a taster of our latest RIBA approved CPD seminar during this year’s CDW festival. The session is ideal for anyone looking to understand how individuals with neurodiversity conditions experience interiors and learn how to create thoughtful spaces that allow everyone to thrive.
“Having attended the seminar, designers and specifiers will be able to confidently consult with neurodiverse user groups and stakeholder communities, learn about their lived experience and so fully involve them in the design process, resulting in a superior outcome. We are already taking bookings for our neurodiversity CPD and encourage you to secure your place early, as we expect high demand following this year’s festival"
Karndean Commercial’s Clerkenwell Green showroom will be open throughout CDW25, 20-22 May. Visitors will be able to explore the flexibility of Karndean flooring and meet with dedicated commercial specification managers. Register for your pass at clerkenwelldesignweek.com
To find out more and register your interest for the Designing Neuro-Inclusive Environments seminar visit karndean.com/cpd.
About Karndean Designflooring
Karndean is a global supplier of commercial and residential luxury vinyl tile flooring. We’re an industry leader in flooring design, offering a wide range of colours, textures and finishes, helping you create unique looks that are both stylish and practical; guaranteed to last. We see flooring differently. We travel the world in our quest to bring you exceptional floors that inspire and delight. From the ancient forests of Europe, to the remote Australian outback, we seek out expressive and intriguing forms in the natural world to influence our unique floor designs. By combining original features with cutting edge design, we create beautiful floors that bring your vision to life and take our clients on an endless journey of design discovery.
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Indulge in fine food, raise a toast with drinks, and make memories as we celebrate this momentous occasion.
This event is for Architecture and Design professionals only.
Discover the Psychological Influence of Design on Workplace Wellbeing with Dr. Craig Knight, PhD MSc CPsychol AFBPS HCPC. Dr. Knight’s unique blend of commercial insight and scientific expertise has led to impressive results, including: - Well-being: Improved by up to 40% - Productivity: Increased by as much as 32% - Effective Intelligence: Enhanced by up to 19%
Don’t miss the chance to learn how design can shape a healthier, more productive workplace.
SBID Members earn 4 x CPD point for attending!
Liang & Eimil, a leading luxury furniture brand, announces its participation in Clerkenwell Design Week at Design Field, stand DF11. From 21 – 23 May 2024, visitors can explore the brand's latest offerings, including the debut of their Crib 5 compliant upholstery collection, meeting UK Fire Regulations for commercial projects.
Compliant with UK Fire Regulations for commercial projects, this collection marks a significant step forward for the brand's expansion into the commercial and hospitality sectors.
With a firm commitment to expanding their reach into the commercial and hospitality sectors, Liang & Eimil aims to provide designers and project managers with unparalleled options that meet stringent safety standards without compromising on style or quality. In addition to their Crib 5 certified collection, Liang & Eimil reaffirms its dedication to environmental responsibility by integrating recycled fabrics into their upholstery offerings. This initiative aligns with the brand's ethos of sustainability and innovation.
The Crib 5 collection will feature a selection of best-selling products, including the Polter Sofa, Epic Occasional Chair, Vitale Occasional Chair, Neo Dining Chair, and more, opening up new possibilities for commercial interior design projects.
Additionally, all upholstery options from Liang & Eimil will offer Crib 5 compliance, ensuring a comprehensive selection for designers and project managers. For inquiries regarding feasibility and lead time, Liang & Eimil encourages professionals to reach out to their dedicated trade team.
"We're excited to introduce our Crib 5 certified upholstery collection, catering to the evolving needs of commercial projects," said Frank Eimil, Creative Director and Co-founder of Liang & Eimil. "With a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability, we aim to provide designers and project managers with premium solutions that exceed expectations."
In addition to their Crib 5 collection, Liang & Eimil offers designers the flexibility to make any upholstery piece compliant. Earlier this year, they unveiled a recycled fabric collection, emphasising their dedication to sustainability. By adopting RPET fabrics, Liang & Eimil significantly reduces CO2 emissions and energy consumption. Building on their sustainability initiatives, Liang & Eimil continues to expand their recycled fabric collection, introducing new pieces regularly. Their commitment extends to sourcing FSC certified wood and partnering with suppliers who share their values.
Discover Liang & Eimil's exceptional collection online or in their showroom, where unparalleled service meets exquisite craftsmanship. Visitors can explore Liang & Eimil's showroom in Shoreditch during Clerkenwell Design Week, open from 9am to 6pm, at Unit 5, 4 Ravey Street, London, EC2A 4QP. Usually by appointment only, the showroom welcomes all guests to discover their collection while enjoying refreshments.
About Liang & Eimil
Liang & Eimil, a British brand that specialises in furnishing design for the residential and hospitality sectors, believes in making ordinary moments remarkable. Renowned for producing expertly crafted furniture, lighting and accessories, they take pride in offering innovative solutions that can be tailored to any interior design aesthetic. Request a trade account to gain access to an extensive collection of products for your projects at competitive pricing, as well as appointment-only visit to the showroom. You can also benefit from prompt worldwide delivery with over 1,200 active items and up to 80% of products in stock in the London-based warehouse.
Karndean Commercial elevates flooring to an artform with an ultra-realistic collection of statement stone and wood designs.
Next month sees the introduction of 39 brand new designs to it’s premium Art Select range, raising the bar for sumptuous interiors. Two years in development, its latest Art Select collection builds on our offering of timeless classic styles with a contemporary twist, including designs that are rarely available as flooring in their natural state.
Inspired by some of the most exclusive materials from around the world, including beautiful European oak and English ash and opulent stones such as marble, onyx, Ceppo di Gré and quartzite, this curated collection is Karndean’s largest ever launch and an expression of its commitment to the craft of creating beautiful flooring that also meets the stringent technical requirements of today’s built environment.
Preview the new Art Select collection at Karndean’s showroom 20 Clerkenwell Green during Clerkenwell Design Week 21–23 May 2024.
- Join us for Churros and Coffee, each day from 10.00am - Network with us at Midlands Meet Up, Wednesday 3.00 – 5.00pm - Learn about The Future of Moodboarding with MattoBoard, each day 2.00 - 2.45pm
Find out what’s on at Karndean Commercial - Clerkenwell Design Week 2024.
Karndean’s designers have travelled extensively to find the rarest and most exclusive woods and stones. Sourcing samples that exhibit the most beautiful features of each natural material, from the interesting wood knots and grains of Spanish holm oak to the iconic veining of Italian and Greek marbles and the pearlescence of Persian onyx, each design has been reimagined, painstakingly coloured to complement modern interiors and finished with a unique embossed surface and bevel detailing.
The result is a highly authentic, versatile collection suitable for a wide range of settings, from workplace and retail to hospitality and co-living. Whether using a single colourway in different laying patterns for room to room continuity, seamlessly blending areas in different materials to highlight activity zones or creating bespoke designs with unique colour combinations and hand-cut shapes, the new Art Select collection offers unsurpassed flexibility to conceive bespoke floors that stand out from the crowd.
From the high contrast design of English ash, available in four colourways as 48” x 4.5” stripwood planks, to a selection of characterful limed, washed artisan oak designs in a choice of large 56” x 9” and herringbone 18” x 3” planks, 20 brand new wood designs offer a unique opportunity to create expressive interiors with warm natural beauty and long-lasting elegance.
Featuring either a handscraped emboss which gives the bevelled edge a distressed, undulating appearance or an authentic registered emboss with pin sharp definition that traces the wood grain precisely, each design combines an exquisite aesthetic with the practicality of cutting edge flooring technology.
Exploring the historic Basque region of Spain, Karndean’s designers were inspired by a sample of ancient 400-year-old holm oak that we were lucky to acquire following necessary woodland management. A symbolic feature in the landscape, the acorns of the holm oak are a traditional feed for Black Iberian pigs, the source of the area’s famed jamón ibérico. Back in the design studio, the characteristic dark knots of holm oak were muted with a milky wash and the distinctive grain emphasised with a lightly scraped and brushed effect. Available in three neutral colourways in a larger 56” x 9” plank and a new 28” x 4.5” herringbone size, Basque Oak, Bellota Oak and Serrano Oak will introduce a richly distinctive style to any interior.
Making Italian chic an accessible and practical option, the new Art Select statement stone collection includes materials taking centre stage in the very latest luxurious interior trends. From the expressive veining of Greek marble and the exclusive beauty of Calacatta marble to the rustic terrazzo style of Ceppo di Gré, 19 new stone designs offer the opportunity to create immersive spaces that either soothe in cool white and light grey or introduce a touch of drama with charcoal and black.
A semi-precious gemstone in the quartz family often used for decorative panels and accessories, Persian onyx has a delicate patterning and translucent quality. Not suitable for flooring in its natural form due to its fragility and porosity, we have captured its pearlescent character and transformed it into a convenient format for designers looking to develop an ethereal and romantic ambience.
Available in a larger 36” x 18” tile with a smooth matte finish that minimizes reflection and a rounded bevel to allow the character of each design to shine, Black Onyx, Pearl Onyx and Rose Onyx are floors that will command attention in any room and perfectly balance decorative elements and bold furnishings.
In addition to 39 brand new wood and stone designs, Karndean’s Art Select range will incorporate existing Da Vinci designs in compatible formats, giving designers even more styling possibilities.
Designed for reliable performance in high traffic environments, the Art Select gluedown range features a 0.7mm wear layer and 3.0mm thickness and comes with all the practical benefits of Karndean flooring, an Environmental Product Declaration and the reassurance of a 20 year guarantee for commercial settings and a lifetime guarantee in residential settings.
Discover more at karndeancommercial.com or follow Karndean Commercial on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Karndean is a global supplier of commercial and residential luxury vinyl tile flooring. We’re an industry leader in flooring design, offering a wide range of colours, textures and finishes, helping you create unique looks that are both stylish and practical; guaranteed to last.
Bolon, the renowned Swedish flooring company, is set to make a significant splash at Clerkenwell Design Week with three exciting events showcasing their latest innovations and sustainability achievements.
Experience Bolon’s Graphic collection, a fusion of contemporary flair and timeless elegance. This avant-garde concept combines nostalgia with cutting-edge style, offering a range of flooring that endure the test of time. Experience the unveiling of this remarkable collection at the Bolon showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week.
In a bold move towards sustainability, Bolon has achieved a ground-breaking milestone. All Bolon floorings are climate neutral manufactured in Bolon’s climate neutral factory, in Ulricehamn, Sweden and contain 68% recycled material with 0% climate impact.
Join Bolon as they celebrate this achievement in collaboration with Jestico + Whiles at the Bolon showroom courtyard, Sutton Yard. A sustainable installation that embodies their commitment to environmental responsibility.
Embark on an exclusive journey into the Bolon lifestyle at the newly refurbished Bolon Urban House London. By appointment only, guests will have the opportunity to experience a taste of the Bolon lifestyle first-hand, a fusion of design, comfort and sustainability that defines Bolon. Featuring artwork by @AnnicaEklundStudio, furniture by @DustyDeco and a captivating bedroom transformation inspired by Villa La Madonna, Bolon’s boutique vineyard and hotel.
Dates: May 21st – May 23rd, 2024 Time: 09:00 - 20:00 Locations: Bolon Showroom, Courtyard at Sutton Yard, Bolon Urban House London
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to discover design and sustainability with Bolon at Clerkenwell Design Week. For more information and to schedule appointments, please contact [email protected]
About BOLON UK
Bolon specialise in the creation of high-performance design floorings. They believe in design for the long run. Where durability and aesthetics are equally important. Where effortless cleanability and maintenance comes naturally, and honest sustainability stands above it all. Produced using 100% renewable energy and recycled materials, Bolon's high quality flooring solutions are specified for contract interiors, featuring in the offices of renowned brands around the world. When you design interiors with Bolon flooring as a base, you are set with an extensive palette of colours, shapes and patterns - making the design possibilities endless.
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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