LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL’S 22ND EDITION. 14-22 SEPTEMBER 2024. London – United Kingdom

The Festival continues its tradition of celebrating creativity, innovation and the power of design to shape our world.
As one of the world’s premier design events, the Festival showcases the diversity and dynamism of the global design community while highlighting London’s pivotal role as a hub of creativity. This year’s Festival promises to be a beacon of inspiration, bringing together leading designers, architects, brands and innovators to explore the transformative potential of design in addressing societal challenges and enriching our everyday lives.

Since its inception, the London Design Festival has stood at the forefront of design excellence, championing emerging and established talent alike. With a mission to foster collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas, the Festival serves as a vital platform for dialogue and discovery and as a compass for the latest developments within the international design community. Every year, the Festival and its wider programme highlight topical issues and ideas that are shaping the industry at large. With sustainability, AI and inclusivity continuing to take centre stage, the notion of play has also emerged as a growing global trend within the creative sector. The multifaceted nature of play has led designers to examine its integrity as a concept and celebrate its manifestations across different areas of our lives. From enhancing wellbeing and fostering creative exchange to reimagining technology and enhancing everyday experiences.

Whether exploring play as an activity, experimenting with materials, or integrating playfulness into cutting-edge technologies, designers are highlighting how we can creatively engage with new concepts that enrich our lives and environments. The 2024 programme features major installations across the city, museum exhibits, Design Districts that highlight creative clusters spanning London, the Design Fair Material Matters, and the Global Design Forum, a thought leadership programme that brings together creative leaders to explore and propose solutions for pressing global issues. Additionally, the annual London Design Medals recognise the contribution made by leading design figures and emerging talent to London and the industry, with four London Design Medals awarded each year.
Ben Evans, London Design Festival Director, said: “The 2024 Festival promises to be another strong year. The lineup is set to offer fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that will captivate and inspire our audiences. Equally important, the Festival continues to champion inclusivity and provides crucial opportunities for emerging talent to shine. We take great pride in the Festival’s role in expanding the reach of designers and creative businesses, reaffirming design’s profound impact on our society.”