This September, Design-Nation presents Crafted Futures, a curated selling exhibition showcasing 35 UK-based designer-makers as part of London Design Festival 2026.
Celebrating exceptional contemporary craft and the power of making, the exhibition brings together outstanding makers working across ceramics, jewellery, textiles, glass, wood, lighting, paper, fibre and metal.
Through beautifully crafted work exploring themes including Nature & Sustainability, Heritage Reimagined, Geometric vs Organic, and Vibrancy & Calm, Crafted Futures offers a compelling snapshot of contemporary British craft today.
Visitors can discover beautifully crafted work, meet the makers, attend free talks and purchase directly from the artists and designers behind every piece.
Crafted Futures reflects Design-Nation’s commitment to championing exceptional contemporary craft while creating meaningful commercial opportunities for independent makers.
Every purchase directly supports independent UK-based designer-makers.
All exhibited work is available to purchase directly from the makers.
“Design-Nation has played a significant role in the development of my practice — investing in me through a recent mentorship with the Radcliffe Trust,” says Laura Lee, one of the 35 exhibiting makers. “That support has led to this: exhibiting alongside my peers in Crafted Futures, a huge milestone in my creative journey.”
