LDF23
LONDON
DESIGN FESTIVAL
16—24
SEPT 2023
THE DISTRICT
LDF23
LONDON
DESIGN FESTIVAL
16—24
SEPT 2023
THE DISTRICT

This year’s theme represents the literal journey of discovery through one of London’s most creative enclaves – a chance to celebrate the creative community that can be found here and explore independent design shops, studios and designers from across the creative industries and the world. It also explores metaphorical travels, such as those we go on as part of the creative process or the universal experience of journeying through life.

Since its launch in 2019, the Islington Design District has gained a reputation as one of the most innovative districts of the London Design Festival, championing exemplary, forward-thinking, and eco-conscious design. Throughout the years, Islington has nurtured a strong sense of community among its retail brands and participating designers, surpassing commercial and cultural boundaries. It has consistently expanded its program of events and exhibitions, showcasing the most exciting emerging and established designers in some of the area’s most renowned spaces and showrooms.

01
CARL HANSEN & SØN
Furniture Showcase
Carl Hansen & Søn
16 Bowling Green Lane, London EC1R

Showroom Opening
18—22 Sept

Public Workshops
20 Sept, 12:30—13:30
Contact Carl Hansen & Søn to book
03
TRAVEL THINGS MUSEUM
Exhibition
Islington Square — Unit G6B
116 Upper Street, London, N1 1AB

16—24 Sept
Weekdays, 11:00—20:00
Weekends, 10:30—20:00
Free to Visit
02
GRESTEC TILES
Tiles Showcase
Grestec Studio 329, Business Design Centre
52 Upper St, London, N1 0QH

18, 20, 21, 22 Sept, 10:00—17.00
19 Sept, 10:00—21:00
Free to Visit


04
TWENTYTWENTYONE
FURNITURE SHOWCASE
twentytwentyone Showroom
18c River Street, London, EC1R 1XN

20—24 Sept, 10:00—17:30
Free to Visit
05
ARLO & JACOB × COAT PAINTS
WORKSHOP
Arlo & Jacob
Islington Square 6C, Esther Anne Place,
London N1 1WL

23 Sept, 11:00—13:00
Book Now
06
MOTARASU
FURNITURE SHOWCASE
Islington Square
South Arcade, Upper Street, London, N1 1AB

16, 17, 20—23 Sept, 11:00—19:00
24 Sept, 11:00—17:00


Doors Open By Appointment Only
18, 19 Sept
Book Now

Late Night
19 Sept, 18:00—21:00
RSVP

07
THE BAKERY ART GALLERY
EXHIBITION
The Bakery
6 Charlton Place, London, N1 8AJ

19 Sept, 19:00—21:30
20—22 Sept, 13:00—19:00
23 Sept, 10:00—18:00
24 Sept, 11:00—18:00

Film Screening
19 Sept, 19:00—21:30
Free to Visit

The Joy Workshop
23 Sept, 10:00—12:00
Free to Visit