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Clerkenwell Design Week(CDW) will make a triumphant return to London from 21-23 May 2024, marking its 15th year as a global design festival. Building upon its record-breaking 2023 edition, which drew over 37,000 visitors, the upcoming event is set to elevate the experience with new venues, expanded exhibition spaces, thought-provoking installations and a stronger-than-ever line-up of both British and international brands. Expect more than 600 curated events spread throughout the EC1 neighbourhood, complemented by a robust network of over 160 local design showrooms and 300 exhibitors across 12+ venues.
 
The 2024 festival welcomes three NEW exhibition venues, including Contract and Work on Clerkenwell Green, a pop-up space (name to be announced) at The Goldsmiths' Centre, both showcasing the latest designs for commercial and workplace interiors, and The Edit in Bourne and Hollingsworth, featuring some of the world's leading contemporary design brands.
 
This year also sees the British Collection double its size taking over the entire crypt of St James's Church, including the Tom Dixon-furnished vestry, which will also host the popular ICON Talks series. Meanwhile, other returning venues housing an array of product-focused exhibitions comprise:
Design Fields - home to contemporary furniture with an international focus, including over 35 Italian furniture and decorative brands;
Light - home to global lighting companies and installations with more brands participating this year, as well as Darc's curated talks;
Project - home to contract furniture and surface design;
Elements - home to architectural hardware and finishes;
Detail - home to luxury interiors·
Platform - home to emerging design talent and brands;
Ceramics of Italy - home to Italian ceramic and porcelain tile brands; and
Old Sessions House - atmospheric home to brand activations and presentations, as well as the festival hub offering CDW visitors free access between 21-23 May.
 
Conversations at Clerkenwell, a schedule of daily talks exploring industry topics, will return - curated by brand consultant Katie Richardson. These talks will be hosted in a purpose-built theatre in Spa Fields, featuring expert speakers from the design, architecture and business sectors. 
 
Meanwhile, hosted in a temporary structure next to Design Fields, Design Meets will feature representatives and speakers from trade bodies and associations, engaging in a series of intimate, industry-led talks.
 
Last but not least, over the three days of CDW, various design studios will invite visitors to take part in a whole host of creative workshops as part of the Fringe programme. Attendees can also relish exclusive discounts and offerings from local food and drink partners. Furthermore, architects and interior designers will have the opportunity to join guided specialist tours focused on everything from ceramics to materials, enriching their experience throughout the festival.