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It was lovely to be up in London looking at design again yesterday where Clerkenwell Design Week recommenced for the first time since 2019. It was great to drink up inspiration from the new launches, and note which design themes are sticking around and which colours are being used in them. My main takeaway is that curves aren’t going anywhere, they have been joined by circles, as a reflection of the move towards more sustainable design and homes with a biophillic brief, I think curves and circles which mirror natures never straight lines will be a staple in interiors for some time to come. Forest greens were not as prevalent as they have been for a while, but still designers are looking to nature with earthy rusts and sky blues (which together are a beautiful combination).
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There are also some noteworthy material innovations, from Spark and Bell’s beautiful lighting with stone like mounts made from recycled plastic and bubble wrap, to Benchmark’s use of American Red Oak and Ash which are both more sustainable sources than our over stretched desire for European oak. Clerkenwell may be focused through the lens of commercial design, but it is a great place to visit to pick up inspiration which we can all translate into our homes. I was particularly interested to see new desk designs, the bureau from Another Country being a particular favourite.
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From beautiful chairs with cork seat cushions unexpectedly solid to the touch, to new textile collaborations between Eley Kishimoto and Kirkby, via a reimagining of the ubiquitous paper lantern pendant, to the interesting uses of contrasting woods and stylish simple designs, there was much to see. I loved drinking in all of this inspiration which has got me thinking about a couple of projects I have in the pipework. This selection were my favourites, I’d love to hear what takes your eye in the comments below.
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One of a collection of beautiful new chairs launching at Christian Watson this summer.
