Curated by environmentally-focused media and events platform Planted, in collaboration with Oliver Heath Design Studio, Bio-Spaces will plunge the visitor into the world of biophilic design, exploring biodiversity and biomimicry in design, as well as biomorphic design, bio-based materials and bioregenerative design.
Visitors will journey through a series of modular gridded ‘islands’, each exploring a theme pertinent to the concept of nature-informed design and each populated with exemplary case studies and products that derive inspiration and materials from nature and the environment. A multi-sensory approach alongside touches of greenery will enhance the experience, bringing the water-inspired spaces of the Zaha Hadid Architects-designed Roca London Gallery into direct dialogue with like-minded projects and products that aim to reconnect people and spaces with nature.
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD points for attending!
On 25th April, the Roca London Gallery will host a launch event of the new exhibition Bio-Spaces: Regenerative, Resilient Futures, in the company of curators Planted and Oliver Heath Design Studio.
Bio-Spaces runs until 30th September 2024 and looks into biomorphic design, bio-based materials and bioregenerative design.
Guests will journey through a series of modular gridded ‘islands’, each exploring a theme pertinent to the concept of nature-informed design and each populated with exemplary case studies and products that derive inspiration and materials from nature and the environment. A multi-sensory approach alongside touches of greenery will enhance the experience, bringing the water-inspired spaces of the Zaha Hadid Architects-designed Roca London Gallery into direct dialogue with like-minded projects and products that aim to reconnect people and spaces with nature.
Click here for more information about the exhibition.
The event will feature an introduction to the latest trends in Wellness Design with Technogym’s director for Architecture and Interiors, Cristian Brugnoli and a live product experience with a Technogym Master Trainer, followed by drinks, nibbles, and networking.
GRAFF invites you to join us at Ripples Bathrooms Towcester showroom on Tuesday 30th April for an exciting event exploring the latest trends and innovations in bathroom design.
Whether you're an architect or interior designer, this event is perfect for you if you are interested in creating sustainable and stylish bathrooms. Learn from industry experts, explore innovative products, and gain valuable insights into sustainable practices that can be applied to your own projects with CPD presentation 'Water, Wellness, and Sustainability'. Click here to learn more about this CPD activity.
Discover cutting-edge technologies, sustainable materials, and creative layouts that will transform your bathroom into a modern oasis. Network with like-minded individuals and gain inspiration for your next project.
SBID Members earn 4 x CPD points for attending!
In partnership with Ripples Designer Bathroom Showroom in Towcester, they stand for Quality, Design, Service and Knowledge.
The architecture & design community in and around London will once again gather together on 20th and 21st March to explore the latest innovations available within the built environment at ARCHITECT@WORK London. Over 200 cutting-edge and vetted products & services will be showcased across two floors at the Truman Brewery.
One of the big draws to the show is the highly anticipated talks program, which is made up of three talks each afternoon. Within the two-day event guests will have unprecedented access to some of the country’s top experts in design and architecture.
This year’s theme ‘People + Planet : designing from the ground up’ invites discussions around the latest in biophilia, neurodiversity, wellness and embodied carbon as well as innovative applications in materials like timber and natural stone.
A special focus on the future of London will be examined through a guest speaking talk curated by The London Society. All talks will be chaired by editors, journalists and/or curators specializing in the related topic and the speakers are multi-award-winning innovators including founders and senior members of Studio Weave, Sebastian Cox, White Arkitekter, Hawkins/Brown, Nulty, Artefact and many more.
The full program can be found online here.
Every single innovation which is showcased during A@W London has first been thoroughly assessed by a judging panel consisting of architects and interior designers. The ultimate guarantee that a visit is definitely worthwhile!
With a minimum of time and effort, you can easily expand your technical knowledge at A@W London. Every stand has got experts present to give you insights on how to best use the innovations.
A stellar line-up of internationally renowned brands is all set and ready for you to visit their stand. The exhibitor list can be consulted online.
Complementary catering in the unique setting are included during this two-day trade event aimed at architects, interior designers, project developers and other specifiers. A@W encourages networking and downtime as well as deal making opportunities!
Attend the London edition of this internationally renowned event and register online via this link. Admission is free for all trade visitors.
About Architect@Work London
Attend this exclusive trade event for Architects and Interior Designers! On 20th and 21st March, Architect@Work London will open its doors at the Truman Brewery and we are ready to welcome the London based Architecture & Design community on both days. Discover over 200 carefully selected product innovations brought to you by a selection of high-end brands.
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Since 1981, John Cullen Lighting has led the world of residential lighting design. Today their talented team works on projects across the globe, with offices in London, Dubai, Paris and Mumbai.
In light of the collaboration, Homeplay have reimagined their Experience Centre in Sunbury-on-Thames to bring the magic of John Cullen Lighting to Surrey, creating a unique destination for the Surrey design and homeowner community to experience how lighting can transform your projects.
And it's not just lighting that they're upgrading - they're packing even more awesome home technology into their walls, ceilings and floors.
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About Homeplay X John Cullen Lighting
Join for the unveiling of the Homeplay X John Cullen Lighting Experience Centre in Surrey. A unique destination showcasing a wide range of John Cullen’s exceptional products, thoughtfully integrated within the context of a luxury living space. Tailored for the Surrey design community and featuring a carefully curated mix of stunning lighting and the world’s finest home technology products, it is a destination for you to experience how lighting and technology can transform your projects. Meet the Homeplay X John Cullen Team over drinks and canapés at our launch party ‘Leap Into Light’ on Thursday 29th February.
Join us for drinks and a light brunch which will be served at the House of Rohl showroom at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour. It is an informal occasion that nevertheless offers an opportunity for design professionals to meet peers, make new connections, exchange ideas and see the latest products from Victoria + Albert baths, Perrin & Rowe kitchen and bathroom fittings, Shaws fireclay sinks and Riobel brassware.
SBID Members earn 2 x CPD Points for attending!
This year's edition of the Workspace Design Show (27 - 28 February 2024, Business Design Centre, London), presents an impressive array of features. These bring together some of the industry’s leading designers, architects and built environment partners and range from an immersive forest stage to an interactive lighting installation. Altogether, 2024’s features represent an incredible spectacle for attendees of the Show, which has become a must-visit event for office interiors professionals since its inception in 2021.
Curated by Gensler, the design concept for the Design Talks Lounge at the Workspace Design Show 2024 delves into the overarching theme, ‘Bloom – Exploring the Thriving Ecosystem of Work Life’. This engaging experience aims to shed light on and draw inspiration from nature, encouraging a positive perspective on the evolving worlds of work and life. Established and independent furniture consultants, Hunters, have partnered with sustainably-focussed firms to help bring this feature to life. Office plant suppliers Exubia plays a central role with eye-capturing biophilic design, seamlessly merging live planting with innovative moss elements. This is complemented by a 66-metre custom printed fabric backdrop provided by Kvadrat, featuring a forest design and crafted by the incredibly skilled seamstresses at Waverley. The flooring, supplied by Material Hangout and Mogu, known for its bio-based solutions, reinforces the Design Talks Lounge’s environmental ethos, with the furniture carefully selected from Andreu World, a firm renowned for its commitment to sustainability, with products made from biodegradable and compostable properties. To extend the life cycle and impact of the design of the feature, post-event will see the redistribution of the plants and furniture featured, while the fabric finds a second life in charity projects, ensuring a sustainable and waste-free approach.
Architectural, design and planning practice tp bennett is responsible for the design of the feature at the entrance to Workspace Design Show 2024. A series of elegant columns is arranged in a conceptual maze, serving as a symbolic representation of the intricate ecosystem of work life. Each column embodies the essence of ‘Bloom’ – another nod to the event’s theme. They stand tall and varied, representing the diversity of experiences and challenges often experienced in life and at the same time, the structures symbolize the growth, development and resilience of trees in a garden. As you navigate through the varied paths, you encounter different sculptural pieces created by Aectual, each one illustrating a delicate bloom, composed of recycled sustainable materials and textured 3D printed surfaces with accompanying organic biophilia provided by Vantage Spaces and Planteria, both experts in biophilic design & office planting. Vantage Spaces are using preserved foliage, which is harvested sustainably using natural dyes to preserve the stems and ensure they are VOC free, 100% natural & biodegradable. Overall, this conceptual maze invites contemplation on the organic nature of career progression, encouraging individuals to appreciate the beauty and resilience inherent in their professional journey. The feature is finished with a captivating modular, linear lighting system, subtly integrated by iGuzzini with contemporary textiles from Kvadrat and specialist plant lighting from Soltech.
Both the Occupiers Forum and the Sustainability Works sessions will be held in the Insights Lounge, designed exclusively by Lisa Pasi, graduate interior designer with international architects practice BDP. Also addressing the theme of, ‘Bloom’, Pasi’s concept will focus on the symbiotic relationship between man and nature. Hunters once again play a key role in terms of sourcing sustainable partners. Pasi’s vision promotes the purpose and validity of using natural materials within the workplace environment. To this end, wood and stone are not only aesthetically pleasing and foster a sense of warmth but also positively influence mood and well-being. Says Lisa Pasi, “Despite being constantly reminded of our connection to nature through our senses, this association tends to diminish when we find ourselves indoors, surrounded by artificial light and synthetic materials. Therefore, by adhering to biophilic design principles, the inclusion of natural materials will establish a connection to nature, bolstering concentration, creativity, and job satisfaction.” The sustainable credentials of flooring firms Mogu, Material Hangout and Ege carpets also underpin the concept. Overall, visitors to the Insights Lounge can enjoy a tactile experience and encounter the customisable options and unique qualities of natural materials, which are sure to enrich the overall comfort and engagement of individuals in the workplace.
Jason Bruges Studio presents two interactive lighting prototypes on the theme of ‘Living Workplace’. Each prototype is a 1:1 section of an existing, full-scale permanent artwork. The first prototype, called Energy Dynamics, originally developed for the Ukrainian energy company DTEK, uses technology for storytelling. The second prototype entitled The Experience Tunnel, was created for trading firm XTX Markets and introduces interaction to foster human connection and collaboration.
M Moser Associates has crafted a captivating oasis featuring the exquisite Pebble Rubble modular seating range from Italian furniture manufacturer Moroso that transports us to a serene forestscape. Amidst the lively atmosphere of the Workspace Design Show, visitors will have the opportunity to be immersed in nature-inspired surroundings, where tranquillity and rejuvenation seamlessly converge. As the name suggests, the Recharge Lounge offers an opportunity to reset, refuel, recharge with Electrosonic also partnering to provide an experience where architecture, storytelling and technology connect in this enchanting retreat.
Collectively, these features will form a key part of Workspace Design Show 2024 and promote meaningful discussions around the future of workplace, particularly in terms of best practice in sustainability. Register now to attend Workspace Design Show.
About Workspace Design Show
Workspace Design Show is a must-addition to London’s design calendar, attended by the region’s top architects, designers, occupiers, developers, consultants, coworking companies, and fit-out companies. It’s the platform to explore workspace innovation, unveil the latest products, and ignite your creative spark through thought-provoking talks and immersive programs.
On 20th and 21st March, Architect@Work London will open its doors at the Truman Brewery. The invite-only trade event is ready to welcome the London based Architecture & Design community on both days. Discover over 200 carefully selected product innovations brought to you by a selection of high-end brands.
With a gathering of over 3,500 attendees, an awe-inspiring lineup of 120+ speakers, 300+ unique workplace products, and many exciting features and installations, the Workspace Design Show is an unmissable event. Register now to receive a complimentary visitor pass and attend.
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