By Sam Frost. Courtesy of Clerkenwell Design Week
Exploring Innovation and Craftsmanship at Clerkenwell Design Week 2025.
Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 once again transformed London’s most creative neighbourhood into a vibrant hub of ideas, artistry, and innovation. Each May, the district’s historic streets become a showcase for the latest in design thinking, attracting industry leaders, design enthusiasts, and curious minds from around the world.
We had the pleasure of attending this year’s festival and were truly inspired by the diversity of talent and creativity on display. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an interiors aficionado, or simply seeking fresh inspiration, CDW offers an immersive experience like no other.
Here are some of our standout moments from CDW25:
Bolzan’s “Woven Dreams” Headboard Series
Bolzan, the renowned Italian furniture atelier, unveiled ‘Woven Dreams’, a striking new headboard collection created in collaboration with acclaimed designers India Mahdavi and Martino Gamper (OBE). Crafted with eco-conscious materials, this collection reimagines the headboard as an interactive centrepiece, blending artisanal tradition with modern versatility.
Woven Dreams Headboard by Bolzan
Tinker & Tallulah’s Vintage Statement Shades
Tinker & Tallulah charmed visitors with their collection of statement lighting. These vintage-inspired shades bring warmth, character, and a touch of nostalgia to interiors while staying rooted in contemporary design. Perfect for those seeking to make a bold yet timeless statement.
The Lolana Lampshade by Tinker & Tallulah
Bespoke lampshade by Tinker & Tallulah
Alex Chinneck’s Rippling Wall Installation
In Charterhouse Square, Alex Chinneck’s large-scale sculptural installation captivated audiences. Modelled on the surrounding Georgian architecture, the piece appeared to ripple and fold, transforming a four-storey brick façade into a dynamic illusion. It was a masterclass in playful, architectural storytelling.
Rippling Wall Installation by Alex Chinneck
Industville’s New Lighting and Textile Collection
Industville introduced a beautifully curated selection of lighting and textiles, combining industrial aesthetics with refined craftsmanship. The new collection feels both grounded and aspirational, with broad appeal from rustic lofts to sleek urban homes.
Industville’s pendant and wall lights
Industville’s Epping Ring Paper Pendant Light
Industville’s natural rugs
Texaa’s Colourful Showcase on Clerkenwell Green
Texaa brought Clerkenwell Green to life with a vivid display of their newly launched colour range. Designed to spark creativity, their interactive acoustic installation also demonstrated how sound influences our experience of space, an innovative fusion of design and sensory science.
Texaa’s vibrant showcase at Clerkenwell Design Week 2025
Kasthall Presents ‘Tegel’: A Collaboration with David Chipperfield Architects
Swedish rugmakers Kasthall presented ‘Tegel’, a stunning collection born from a collaboration with David Chipperfield Architects. These hand-tufted bouclé rugs, crafted from wool and linen, combine Kasthall’s legendary craftsmanship with Chipperfield’s architectural precision. The result is a tactile, elegant range rooted in quality, innovation, and creative synergy.
The Tegel collection
Pixel Artworks “Feel the Pull” Installation
Set within the atmospheric Victorian vaults of Clerkenwell House of Detention, Pixel Artworks delivered ‘Feel the Pull’, an immersive installation combining light, magnetism, and movement. This electric sensory journey drew visitors into an emotional and visual narrative that was both striking and unforgettable.
Feel the Pull by Pixel Artworks
Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 was a celebration of both innovation and tradition, an exploration of what’s possible when visionary design meets exceptional craftsmanship. It’s not just about what’s new; it’s about what’s next. From bold installations to thoughtfully crafted pieces, CDW continues to set the standard for global design festivals.
We’re already looking forward to CDW26!
Selected Works
French Bedroom - EventFemale-founded British furniture brand.
Interior Trends for 2025Project type
The Floor RoomCreated to transform the world of flooring
The Floor Room - Social MediaEnhancing the brand’s social media presence
Concept BespokeOffering exceptional design, build and maintenance services for prestigious properties.
Spiral CellarsWine cellars less ordinary.
Barker and Stonehouse: Gateshead Store LaunchUnveiling the new £5m store.
ercol x 2LGReaching millions with a message of pride.
French BedroomA luxury bedroom furniture brand.
Duresta & Matthew WilliamsonFashion forward.
EggerImagine. Create. Egger.
HerdysleepOut-of-the-box brand strategy.
Barker and Stonehouse & Drew PritchardLaunching a furniture first.
SleepeezeeReawakening a sleeping giant.
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