Forbes & Lomax, pioneer of The Invisible Lightswitch® is thrilled to announce its participation at Decorex International 2025. This marks another exciting chapter in the company’s journey, as it will be unveiling a new finish in its range, with an exclusive reveal at the show. For the moment details are under wraps, but as always, it has been designed with its customer at the forefront of its mind.
As well as the product launch, it is proud to highlight its continued commitment to sustainability. Forbes & Lomax recognises the importance of reducing its impact on the environment and has done its utmost to make responsible and thoughtful choices in the design of its stand.
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This year, it is also excited to announce it has collaborated with some of the finest brands in the industry. These partnerships are highly valued and it is honoured to be showcasing these amazing brands.
With a focus on craftsmanship, excellence in design and sustainability, Forbes & Lomax is proud to be part of this year’s Decorex and looks forward to welcoming visitors to its stand, F20.
About Forbes & Lomax
Forbes & Lomax has been producing elegant, innovative light switches and sockets for over thirty-five years. Renowned for launching The Invisible Lightswitch®, it has always approached lighting control from an aesthetic point of view. The Forbes & Lomax collection comprises nine carefully chosen finishes, which are suitable for traditional and contemporary interiors, making it the brand of choice for many top interior designers, architects and decorators. The range includes push buttons and dolly switches for integrating with intelligent lighting control and home automation systems. It also offers a bespoke engraving service. Visit the showroom at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour.
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At Decorex 2025, Homeplay unveils Serengeti Living - a groundbreaking 7x5m immersive feature that reimagines the role of technology in luxury interiors. Discover Serengeti Living at Stand L20 - National Hall, Olympia, London.
More than a stand, Serengeti Living is a fully immersive, multisensory experience. A theatrical five-minute journey that invites visitors to step into a world where light, sound, motion, and atmosphere are choreographed to perfection, not through visible tech, but through beautifully integrated, design-led automation.
From the tranquillity of an African savanna to the dynamic energy of a modern home, Serengeti Living shows what’s possible when technology is treated not as an afterthought, but as an essential design element.
“We wanted to create a ‘wow’ experience for Decorex and help designers think differently about technology,” says James Ratcliffe, Managing Director at Homeplay. “Serengeti Living is a glimpse into what happens when technology is considered an integral part of a luxury interior.”
With a prime location next to the Decorex bar, this cinematic experience runs on a five-minute cycle, transforming the space through immersive lighting, invisible audio, and seamless integration.
To bring this vision to life, Homeplay collaborated with an exceptional group of brands and creatives, each bringing their own expertise to a space where collaboration, craft, and considered design take centre stage.
The aim? To inspire interior designers, architects, and developers to think differently about technology in the context of a luxury interior.
- Whisper-quiet shading and multi-layered lighting design - Concert-grade audio with no visible speakers - Immersive video content displayed on a portrait-format LED wall - Dynamic scenes shifting from natural landscapes to real-world settings - A modular, re-usable structure. Sustainable, stylish, and scalable
About Homeplay
Homeplay partners with interior designers and architects to elevate everyday spaces into extraordinary experiences. Our intuitive technology solutions are crafted to complement your vision—effortlessly luxurious, seamlessly integrated, and tailored to the unique character of each project. We help you craft homes that uplift and inspire, working as a trusted collaborator to deliver technological solutions that enhance your designs—both aesthetically and experientially. Understanding that each space is a reflection of your client’s lifestyle and your creativity, we provide intelligent systems that blend form with function. Our team is thoughtful, responsive, and detail-oriented, supporting you from concept through to completion. Driven by design and powered by innovation, we continually evolve our offering to help you create homes that don’t just impress today, but remain flawless for the future.
Decorex, the UK’s destination for luxury interior design returns to Olympia London, from 12-15 October 2025 for its 47th edition this autumn. Welcoming over 280 of the finest interior brands, Decorex is the premium event to connect the most discerning designers, architects, and specifiers with the latest trends, new product launches, exciting talks programme and networking opportunities.
With a vast range of exhibitors from a variety of categories including lighting, textiles, furniture, wall coverings, garden and furniture - visitors will be inspired by thoughtfully curated brands including the likes of The Soho Lighting Co., Officine Gullo, Hyde house, Bert Frank, Knots Rugs, Armac Martin, HomePlay and many more.
Renowned decorative artist, Natasha Mann has been chosen as this year’s creative collaboration for Decorex. Her distinctive geometric pattern design with floral details, features beautiful, gilded elements, reflecting the architecture of the glass canopy roof of Olympia Events. Her designs will be seen throughout the show branding and promotional materials including, website, social media and across the show floor.
A former Decorex Making Spaces artisan, Natasha uses traditional techniques to craft custom interior pieces and fine artworks. Her creations are influenced by global decorative art traditions, with a particular emphasis on Moroccan architectural painting on wood. She honed her skills in this specific form of Moroccan decorative painting through a year-long apprenticeship with a master artist in Fez.
All her pieces are crafted from natural materials, using hand-ground pigments mixed with egg tempera and 24-carat gold leaf. The geometric designs are hand-drawn using a compass and ruler. Natasha’s work includes decorative paintings for interiors, such as panels, murals, and ceiling designs; small decorative objects, such as boxes and lamps; and individual framed paintings and drawings.
This year, Tolu Adẹ̀kọ́ and Adẹ̀kọ́ & Co. are set to unveil Palomino, the showstopping VIP Lounge design at Decorex. Inspired by the historic Paris Olympia Hippodrome of 1886 and Bertram Mills’ legendary circus at Olympia Kensington, Palomino merges storytelling with bold, immersive design. Crafted in collaboration with artisans from London, Paris, Milan, and New York, this project blends historical grandeur with contemporary innovation. It’s a celebration of craftsmanship, where every detail challenges expectations and invites a truly sensory experience. Adẹ̀kọ́ & Co. brings a unique vision to life; bold, unexpected, and undeniably captivating.
Lucy Mayers of Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler will be designing the iconic Decorex Bar, one of the highlights of the event for networking and socialising. Revisiting a more luxurious approach the Bar will pay homage to Colefax & Fowlers timeless elegance and renowned classic English appeal.
This year, the Decorex Cafe and Bar in its new central location within the National Hall, will be sponsored by Material Bank, a worldwide platform for searching and sampling materials. The welcomed space will provide visitors with an additional area to work and relax, whilst still in the midst of the bustling show floor.
Returning for its fourth consecutive year, the Decorex Making Spaces feature for 2025 will showcase a brand-new line-up of talented artisans demonstrating their wide range of skills and craftmanship and offering hands-on experiences to visitors, across the four-day event at Olympia.
Following over 200 entries, 14 artisans were chosen by the Decorex 2024 Making Spaces Committee - a collaboration of experts, all with a specific interest in craft. The committee hand-picked their favourite makers, providing the chosen artisans with a unique and exclusive opportunity to showcase their craft to Decorex’s interior design audience. The Making Spaces committee includes Lousia Pacifico (Founder of Future Icons), Deborah Pocock LVO (CEO of QEST), Selina McCabe (Senior Partner and Head of Interiors at Winch Design), Joshua Hudson (Furniture Lead at Rycotewood Furniture Center), Kerryn Harper-Cuss (Freelance Editor & Content Director), Jonathan Burton (CEO Cockpit) and Sarah Myerscough (CEO of The New Craftsmen).
Deborah Pocock LVO, CEO of QEST, comments: “Making Spaces offers craftspeople a valuable opportunity to demonstrate their skills and share the processes behind their work, helping to build meaningful connections with collectors, designers, and the wider industry. As a charity investing in the future of craft, QEST is proud to partner with Decorex on this initiative, which champions excellence and supports sustainable careers. We’re especially delighted to see QEST Alumni Carl Fox, Kendall Clarke and Willow Bloomfield featured in this year’s selection.”
The skills showcased by the Making Spaces artisans include weaving, marquetry, ceramics and metalwork. View all of the 2025 Artisans here.
2025 will also welcome back returning artisans from previous years in ‘Making Spaces: The Next Chapter’. Five talented artisans including; Valerie Wartelle, Lara Pain, Hanny Newton, Pamela Print and The Marchmont Workshop will once again demonstrate their craftsmanship for visitors to the show.
The much-anticipated Decorex Talks Programme returns this year with more panels, more topics and even more speakers. Featuring over 100 expert speakers, the four-day programme will delve into a variety of specialist topics from ‘Scaling Success – Strategies for Growing Your Interior Design Business’ to ‘Local Meets Global: Championing Regional Artisans in International Design’, the talks will offer insights, inspiration and practical advice for all interior designers.
Sustainability Discussions @ Decorex, is a dedicated space for conversations on sustainability in interiors. B·ABLE and Haines will be hosting daily talks on sustainability-related topics throughout the show.
For almost 50 years, Decorex has connected interior design professionals with the very best in interiors; from designer collaborations, interactive workshops, showcases from up-and-coming artisans and an unmissable talks programme.
Registration for Decorex 2025 is now open with early-bird tickets available until 11th July. Trade tickets during this period are £20, consumer tickets £35, student tickets £15, manufacturers £50, VIP passes £50 and the Decorex On-Demand add on £20 – all exclusive of VAT. Click here to register your place and to contribute a small donation to the Furnishing Futures Charity.
Revisit Decorex 2024 with our highlights video here and take a trip over the show floor via drone here.
About Decorex
With 280+ of the finest brands, Decorex showcases exclusive, bespoke products that celebrate quality and craftsmanship. Be captivated by 85+ design experts sharing invaluable tips, advice, and trend insights.
Decorex, Olympia London, 12-15 October 2025
Taking place at Olympia, London this October, Decorex 2025 promises an inspiring showcase of cutting-edge trends, groundbreaking products, and thought-provoking discussions that shape the future of design.
From the highly anticipated Design Talks to immersive Brand Perspectives and collaborative Design Circles, Decorex offers unparalleled opportunities to connect, learn, and discover. Attendees can explore a curated selection of exhibitors, featuring the finest in furniture, lighting, textiles, and accessories, while gaining insights into the latest innovations driving the industry forward.
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The countdown is on to Europe’s leading high-end interior design event, Decorex, which returns to Olympia Events, London. Taking place from 6-9 October, more than 280 brands will exhibit their latest design innovations and product launches offering visitors the chance to discover curated interior collections for every design project.
Discover the handpicked line-up of this year’s exhibitors and explore the latest offerings from brands at the show, including Heirlooms, Holmes Bespoke, Lilla Rugs, John Cullen X Hux, COAT Paints, V&A Enterprises, Clearwater Interiors, Hendel & Hendel, Officine Gullo and Alternative Flooring. This autumn Decorex will provide unbeatable interior inspiration, opportunities to make connections with new and familiar faces and be the place to source a vast range of exciting new products.
Whether behind the scenes or on the show floor, sustainability is at the heart of Decorex. The Better Stands initiative aims to reduce waste that stands and exhibitions can create by adopting reusable structures. This year, the show is powered by 100% renewable electricity, preventing the creation of an estimated 21.5 tons of CO2, significantly reducing the event's carbon impact. To reinforce sustainability values within the design industry, Decorex is continuing to work with the Sustainability Task Force. Created in 2023, the Task Force is formed of sustainable brands; Edward Bulmer, Haines Collection, Holmes Bespoke, Naturalmat, Persona Abode, Soho Lighting, Studio Suss, Bluepatch and B/ABLE, each leading the way in creating a greener community. This year will also see the launch of the Decorex Sustainability Awards, for which the Task Force will judge four categories throughout the event including ‘Innovative Design’ and ‘Driving Social Change’. Soho Lighting will also launch the winning design for the Cleaner Ocean Project, a competition in which Primary school children have designed lighting using plastics salvaged from beach cleanups. The winning young designer will attend the show as a VIP guest to see their design brought to life using the gathered materials, which will be recycled and 3D printed.
Together with design creative Ellen Merchant’s colourful prints, Decorex is also collaborating with renowned design studio BradyWilliams who will be designing the show’s iconic bar area in the centre of the show floor. Sustainable paint brand YesColours will transform the VIP lounge with their unique and colourful approach. Visitors can also see two exciting show floor entrance features designed by The New Craftmakers; an organisation who commission and sell unique contemporary objects that are rooted in craftsmanship and narrative. Their range is made by a growing network of makers from across the British Isles. These innovative and highly creative designer collaborations will ensure that the event is packed with inspiring interior design moments throughout the event.
The 2024 edition of Decorex will host a rich programme of talks by design industry professionals. Hear from over 85 expert speakers on a variety of specialist topics, ranging from sustainability to using AI in interior design. The renowned talks programme is the perfect opportunity to learn and be inspired by industry peers with in-depth knowledge and experience of the subjects explored. More sustainability talks and workshops will also be available in the Sustainability Lounge in association with The Green Room, aimed to empower interiors brands to become more sustainable.
For over 45 years, Decorex has connected interior design professionals with the very best in interiors; from designer collaborations, interactive workshops, showcases from up-and-coming artisans and an unmissable talks programme.
The countdown for Decorex 2024 is now on, with tickets available online for this year’s unmissable design event. Register to connect with interior design professionals and the very best in interiors; from designer collaborations, interactive workshops, showcases from up-and-coming artisans and the highly anticipated Talks Programme.
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Decorex, Olympia London, 6-9 October 2024
Unlock endless possibilities at Decorex, where creativity ignites and inspiration flows. Discover the perfect finishing touches for your next collection with statement lighting, tactile bouclé fabrics, and awe-inspiring materials and patterns.
Forge new connections with industry leaders—interior designers, architects, buyers, and more—while exploring show features like the renowned Talks Programme and interactive experiences throughout the event.
The Ambassador Wall Light is an exclusive design collaboration between the artisans at Gwyn Carless at The Light Yard and Focus SB’s in-house technical engineers and finishing experts, offering a striking addition to the British premium electrical manufacturer’s extensive suite of hospitality products.
Complemented by three metal finish options comprising Jordan bronze, satin and antique brass this industry-first collaboration from Focus SB in partnership with Gwyn Carless at The Light Yard offers luxury interior designers unique handcrafted bedside lighting pieces in attractive clear, smoked and reeded glass shade options.
The glass shade details of each Ambassador Wall Light are cut by hand using traditional techniques (a ruler and glass knife) and bonded by hand at Gwyn’s Chesterfield studio. Edges are arrised (smoothed) by hand. The long thin rectangular glass shades are complemented by an attractive Tubular Gold Flex LED filament dimmable lamp.
Established by founder and Director Jeff Fuller in 2013 The Light Yard was rebranded in 2020 to underscore the company’s artisanal offering with Gwyn Carless at The Light Yard producing light fittings for numerous commercial and residential projects in the UK, Europe and North America. Introduced to Raymond Blanc OBE at the 2019 RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Gwyn Carless at The Light Yard was invited to provide the lighting design including bespoke interior and exterior pieces for his botanical-themed Chelsea pop up restaurant Jardin Blanc in 2021.
Offering superior solutions for exceptional project design and finish continuity detail, the Ambassador Wall Light sees Focus SB leading its industry in the design and manufacture of striking luxury hospitality products.
Interior designers who visited Decorex stand A74 would have been able to view the beautifully handcrafted Ambassador Wall Light from this exquisite new lighting collection featuring a smoked shade, lamp with spiral LED filament by Gwyn Carless at The Light Yard, paired with a quality metal plate finished in-house in Jordan bronze by Focus SB; and the company's debut of its exceptional design-first flat screwless range with distinctive square corners in solid brass, RENAISSANCE.
View information and an Ambassador Wall Light inspiration image gallery in the Design Collaborations section at Focus SB’s website.
About Focus SB Ltd
Established for over 40 years in East Sussex, Focus SB’s award winning in-house manufacturing and metal finishing expertise presents designers with a comprehensive collection of switches, sockets and components complemented by bespoke project services. Quality faceplate styles made from the finest solid brass and durable stainless steel offer striking solutions for high-end hospitality, prime residential, heritage and commercial interiors. Working closely with design consultants, control system companies and fire and security specialists, Focus SB’s unrivalled ability to match metal finishes across its collection, coupled with custom finish options, sees the company’s products specified for world class projects internationally.
This October, Armac Martin will return to the capital to showcase its luxury hardware and accessories collections at Decorex - a staple in the diary of interior designers.
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.
In addition to the new collection, 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. Proudly committed to producing pieces with longevity, Armac Martin incorporates modern-day manufacturing techniques to ensure quality is never compromised. It is this dedication to quality and craftmanship that means its products are favoured by customers the world over.
Melissa McGrail, Head of Sales & Marketing at Armac Martin notes, “We’re delighted to be back in London this October for Decorex. The event is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our collections and to connect with our customers in person, it’s something we look forward to each year and with a number of new launches to show, it will be incredible to hear feedback in real time.”
About Armac Martin
Armac Martin design and manufacture some of the world’s finest brass cabinet hardware, for the world's finest interiors. Established in 1929 in Birmingham, England. Armac Martin's reputation is built on quality from skills passed down from generation to generation. Every product is designed in-house, with meticulous attention given to every detail to ensure that our commitment to design and quality is met time and time again. Our extensive range is available in 21 plated and patinated finishes.
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.
Decorex, Europe’s finest high-end design event, is back for 2023 and is bigger, better and more sustainable than ever before. This year’s show will take place from 8th to 11th October at Olympia London. Decorex offers a space unlike any other, to connect with the finest interior brands, discover innovative new products and be inspired by emerging trends.
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Decorex has a remarkable 45-year legacy of connecting the design community. It is the ultimate design destination, with its exceptional list of prestigious exhibitors, a renowned Talks Programme, and engaging, interactive features that promise to inspire creativity.
Explore the latest collections from over 250 brands at Decorex 2023. Browse an impressive selection of products including wallcoverings, fabrics, furniture, lighting and decorative accessories from a stellar line-up of exhibitors, including Arte International, Coat Paints, Curiousa, Ian Sanderson, Little Greene, Pooky Lighting and Vincent Sheppard. Discover an expertly curated line-up of both new and established interior design brands at Olympia London this autumn.
Decorex and Designed by Woulfe have collaborated to create an exquisitely designed space, Lé Boudoir, that effortlessly marries sophistication with a provocative allure, creating an ambiance that tantalizes the senses and ignites the imagination. The Bar in the VIP Lounge has been reimagined as Red Spot - the focal point of Lé Boudoir. A place for VIPs to indulge in spirited connections over effervescent glasses of fizz.
With Decorex being a destination for design, there is plenty of opportunity to feel inspired and build on your interiors knowledge. The carefully curated Design Talks feature over 85+ brilliant minds such as Courtney Brannan, Simon Hamilton, Sophie Robinson, Mathew Freeman, Deborah Pocock and Jecks Stone.
This year's agenda is your gateway to indispensable design knowledge and insights, including a diverse range of topics such as: Why Do We Need Colour - Can we live without it, Engaging clients: how to get clients interested in sustainability and The Importance of Craft.
After a great response and huge success in 2022, Making Spaces is back at Decorex for 2023. Making Spaces allows makers to demonstrate the making of their products to Decorex visitors. It gives producers the opportunity to demonstrate the design and production process of their products and to give hands-on experience to the luxury design community. Decorex worked closely with Cockpit, The Black Artisans, Future Icons, QEST and Rycotewood communities this year to pick the 15 artisans.
The Colour Cafe, designed and built by YesColours, will focus on colourful yet sustainable design and feature a kaleidoscope of colours and brand partners that will showcase the positive impact colour can have on residential, commercial and public spaces. The café will also feature pods for 'meet and greets', areas for content capture and a relaxed break-out area.
Decorex is the ultimate design destination to discover the best brands in the luxury interiors sector and meet industry experts from around the globe. Immerse yourself in the world of design at Decorex 2023, spark your creativity and come away feeling inspired. Click here to get your ticket!
Take a tour through last year’s Decorex show by watching the highlights video here and view the inspiring drone footage of the show floor.
Decorex is a high-end interior design exhibition which has bought together the best of the interiors community for over 45 years. Across four days, Decorex will host the industry at Olympia London to connect with one another and be inspired by the plethora of beautiful products on show.
Decorex, Olympia London, 8-11 October 2023
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