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Design-Nation returns to GNCCF with ‘MATERIAL CONVERSATIONS’

29th August 2025

Design-Nation is delighted to return to the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair in Manchester this October with a special showcase: Material Conversations. This exhibition brings together a vibrant group of artists working across ceramics, textiles, and jewellery. While rooted in tradition, their practices draw inspiration from nature, architecture, technology, travel, memory, and heritage. Together, they highlight … Continued

DESIGN-NATION SOUTH: MATERIALISED

28th August 2025

Acclaimed artists and designers to showcase their work in a unique Brighton venue. Design-Nation’s South Cluster Hub will exhibit their work at the Regency Town House this October, showcasing the best in contemporary design and art – in a beautiful Grade I listed period setting. The exhibition will comprise a bold and striking collection of … Continued

Design-Nation Presents…THE BEAUTY OF BECOMING

27th August 2025

In a world that often values speed, perfection, and polished results, The Beauty of Becoming offers something different. This inspiring exhibition invites you to discover the quiet magic of making and the beauty that lives in imperfection and change. Featuring the work of 16 associate and graduate members of Design-Nation, the exhibition explores how creativity thrives through … Continued

Something New…Something Next

1st August 2025

Something New….We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: from 1 August 2025, Design-Nation officially became a Company Limited by Guarantee, led by Directors Clare Edwards and Hayley Banks. This milestone celebrates 25 years of championing the UK’s most brilliant designers and makers and marks the beginning of an inspiring new chapter of our community. We’re … Continued

DESIGN-NATION ON TOUR

3rd July 2025

TWO exciting group exhibitions are now available to tour across the UK! What is Precious? This thought-provoking show explores sustainability, transformation, and material value through contemporary craft. More information here Design-Nation Presents…The Beauty of Becoming This exhibition explores how beauty can be found in imperfection, and how change both personal and material, is a vital … Continued

Exciting talents new to Design-Nation

30th June 2025

It’s summer, it’s been hot, we’ve got through yet another Glastonbury, and now we’re celebrating 28 fabulous makers who have either newly joined Design-Nation or advanced to the Professional membership tier. In total we have 16 new Professionals, 4 new Graduates and 8 new Associates. Welcome one and all – we can’t wait work with … Continued

Design-Nation returns to GNCCF with ‘MATERIAL CONVERSATIONS’

DESIGN-NATION SOUTH: MATERIALISED

Design-Nation Presents…THE BEAUTY OF BECOMING

Something New…Something Next

DESIGN-NATION ON TOUR

Exciting talents new to Design-Nation

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