The Shoreditch Design Triangle cultural event returns for its 15th consecutive year with a programme of design-led happenings that are representative of the vibrant creative scene that flourishes in the area, making it one of the key events of London Design Festival that runs from September 16 - 24, 2023.
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| London brand Buster + Punch unveils A Decade Of Details, celebrating the label’s landmark 10-year anniversary. The installation is showcasing a collection of its iconic hardware, lighting, switches and functional fittings from the past ten years. |
Organisers said this is set to be a bumper year, announcing participants are ranging from leading furniture designers and brands, to the best new students in the land.
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| Jasper Morrison is hosting the Bamboo exhibition in their shop, illuminating the qualities of bamboo as a material for the modern world, featuring a selection of hand-crafted objects from Japan to show bamboo’s use in the household and in industry, its strength and versatility, and the skills and techniques that work it. The shapes and patterns on display hold much to inspire the eye. |
Confirmed participants include: AIDA Shoreditch; Art Practice; Buster + Punch; Christopher Farr; Donna Wilson; Established & Sons; FLOOR_STORY; Hart Shoreditch; Istituto Marangoni; Jasper Morrison Shop; Kingston School of Art; Lee Broom; London Green Wood; Lozi; Possible Mirror; SCP; SOAR Running; Solid Floor; Studio Tucktite; Surface Matter; Tala; The House by M.A.H; TOAST; Townhouse Spitalfields and Vitra.
There will be a line-up events hosted by 38 local businesses for London Design Festival 2023, from both established brands and newcomers present in the area.
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| SCP is hosting Soft Power, a show of sustainable design and enduring ideas., and launching the SCP 2023 Upholstery Collection with designs by Philippe Malouin, Wilkinson & Rivera, Donna Wilson, Matthew Hilton, Terence Woodgate, and SCP Editions by Sarah Kay and Oscar Coakley. Also: John Pawson for Wonderglass, lighting from Roll & Hill, and Sons of Beasley by Clerkin & Hellum. |
The full programme will be available online. #ShoreditchDT #SDT23
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| To mark the launch of a new rug by Bauhaus Master Gunta Stölzl, Christopher Farr have joined forces with Turkish weaving workshop Kirkit, collaborating on a creative weaving project, celebrating freedom of expression. Kirkit are raising the bar for weaver welfare, setting a new industry standard and future proofing Turkish weaving. |
Shoreditch Design Triangle celebrates the creative industry in east London. It was established in 2008 as a vehicle for the designers, companies and institutions situated in the area to collaborate on the promotion of their activities during the London Design Festival, and at other key periods in the year.
Shoreditch's transformation from historically a working-class and industrial area to a hub of creativity, culture and innovation, can be traced back to the 1990s when artists, musicians, and creative entrepreneurs began to move into the area, attracted by its affordable rents and industrial spaces. This influx of creative individuals laid the groundwork for the neighborhood's transition into a creative and design-focused community.
As Shoreditch gained popularity among creative professionals and entrepreneurs, it started to undergo a process of gentrification. Abandoned warehouses, factories, and Victorian buildings were repurposed into art galleries, studios, co-working spaces, and fashionable boutiques. This regeneration brought about a mix of new businesses, residents, and visitors, reshaping the neighborhood's identity.
As a result of the influx of creative minds, the neighborhood became known for its avant-garde art galleries, cutting-edge fashion boutiques, and innovative architectural projects. The diverse range of design disciplines found in Shoreditch includes graphic design, industrial design, fashion design, digital media, and more.
The neighborhood's fusion of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship has influenced other parts of London and even other global cities seeking to cultivate similar creative hubs.
Today, Shoreditch's design scene continues to evolve and inspire, making it a dynamic and influential part of London's cultural fabric.
All images from Shoreditch Design Triangle.
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