12th May 2026
We are delighted to announce a NEW partnership with the University of the Arts London (UAL): a curated online showcase celebrating outstanding emerging talent in contemporary craft and design. UAL Showcase is an always-on global platform full of fresh ideas to address the challenges of today. It provides a space for recent University of the…
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11th May 2026
We are delighted to announce the launch of Student Membership at Design-Nation – a new initiative designed to support the next generation of contemporary craft and design talent. As the UK’s leading network for contemporary makers and designers, Design-Nation is committed to nurturing creative practice at every stage. This new membership opens the door for…
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2nd April 2026
We are excited to announce 8 members of our East Anglia Cluster Hub will be exhibiting at Artspace in Woodbridge, Suffolk this June. ’Nurture’ Nurture (verb) – care for and protect (someone or something) while they are growing ‘Nurture’ encapsulates an exploration of each maker’s connections with either their local environment, personal well being…
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31st March 2026
We are absolutely delighted to announce our Spring 2026 selection round – our largest intake yet! Clare Edwards, Director said “The volume and quality of applications were exceptional, reflecting the strength, diversity and ambition of designer-makers working across the UK today.” An outstanding 40 designer-makers have joined or progressed within Design-Nation’s Membership Portfolio this round.…
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26th March 2026
Creative Futures: Skills for Sustainable Practice A new professional development programme in partnership with Barbican Creative Hub, Lincoln We’re delighted to launch our first exclusive professional development programme in collaboration with Barbican Creative Hub in Lincoln. Creative Futures: Skills for Sustainable Practice is a carefully curated series designed for designers, makers, and creative professionals looking…
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16th March 2026
In spring 2026, we launch an exciting NEW collaboration with Yorkshire Sculpture Park, as part of their biannual MADE showcase. 20 renowned craftspeople and members of Design-Nation will be displayed in YSP’s main visitor centre, and all work will be for sale: Alma Boyes, Beverley Sommerville, Elizabeth Sinkova, Bekky May, Caroline Brogden, Hannah Heys, Jade…
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