Discover Talks, Workshops, and Habitat's 60th Anniversary Collection at New Designers 2024

PRESS ROOM

21 Jun

Written By Debbie Mckeegan

London, June 2024 – The much-anticipated New Designers 2024 is set to return to the Business Design Centre in London for its 39th edition, running from June 26 to July 6, 2024.

Over two weeks, this premier event will showcase the UK's finest emerging design talent, featuring more than 3,000 graduates from over 100 university courses across various disciplines.

Event Details

Week 1: June 26 – 29, 2024

Week 2: July 3 – 6, 2024

Location: Business Design Centre, London N1 0QH

Press Previews:

Week 1 – June 26 from 12pm

Week 2 – July 3 from 12pm

Habitat's 60th Anniversary Collection

In celebration of its 60th anniversary, Habitat will present a special display of its "60 Years of Design" collection. This showcase will include furniture and home accessories that reflect Habitat’s past, present, and future. Visitors can view and shop from an exclusive edit of the collection featuring reimagined classics and new pieces created by guest collaborators such as Simone Brewster, Sebastian Conran, Felix Conran, Margo Selby, Tord Boontje, Silvia Kamodyova, and Planq. Many of Habitat's in-house designers, including Head of Design Andrew Tanner, are alumni of New Designers, highlighting the brand's enduring relationship with the event.

Extensive Program of Talks and Workshops

Curated by alumna Hannah Payne, the New Designers 2024 program includes a series of insightful talks and workshops designed to prepare graduates for future employment.

ND Educates offers opportunities to hear from leading brands, designers, and industry experts who will share valuable insights into the latest trends and discuss prominent sector themes. Highlights of the lineup include:

Laura Ashley: A journey through the brand’s evolution from humble beginnings to global recognition.

Habitat: Practical advice for new creatives and career journeys from their designers.

Tu Clothing Design Team: Bringing fashion and textile design ideas to fruition.

PriestmanGoode: Interactive session on the importance of diversity in design and overlooked career opportunities in color, material, and finish (CMF).

Seymourpowell: Approach to design and innovation.

AI in Design: A panel discussion on the impact of AI on the future of design featuring designer Jason Bruges and Professor Nick Bryan-Kinns.

British Institute of Interior Design (BIID): Exploring thoughtful interior design led by Anna Burles of Run For The Hills.

Alice Kettle and Amechi Mandi: Textile artist and designer sharing their experiences and highlights in their respective crafts.

Disegno: Hosting a panel on neurodivergence in design.

Dezeen: Insights on how designers can attract media attention featuring experts from Elle Decoration, Friends & Co., and more.

About New Designers

New Designers is an annual showcase of the UK's most innovative emerging design talent.

Since its inception 39 years ago, it has provided a platform for over 3,000 graduates to present their visionary ideas to industry professionals and the public every year.

The event spans two weeks, with different disciplines highlighted each week, covering fashion, textiles, furniture, product design, illustration, and more.

With a focus on creativity, innovation, and sustainability, New Designers is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the future of design.