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Discover the newest talent joining Design-Nation

Our national network for contemporary craft and design continues to grow, and we’re delighted to welcome another talented cohort of creative individuals to Design-Nation.

Our latest intake brings together an exciting mix of emerging and established makers, with exceptional work spanning ceramics, jewellery, textiles, furniture, glass and mixed media. From distinctive material explorations and innovative processes to thoughtful approaches to contemporary making, our new members reflect the creativity, ambition and diversity of the UK’s designer-maker community.

Every new intake adds to the strength and breadth of our network, bringing different perspectives, skills and experiences. Together, we create a platform where exceptional talent can be discovered, supported and celebrated, and where contemporary craft and design can flourish.

We’re looking forward to getting to know our newest members, sharing their work and supporting their development through Design-Nation’s exhibitions, events, professional development opportunities and collaborations.

PROFESSIONALS

New members: Agneta Bugyte (jewellery), Alexei Sawyer (wood), Amber Cooper Jewellery, Angela Hull Design (ceramics),  Blossom Glassworks, Catchpole Saffell Art (ceramics), Ceren Muftuoglu (ceramics), Friday Lawrence (jewellery & metal), Phil Berczuk Design (wood & furniture), Touch of Texture (mixed media)

We’re thrilled to welcome back : Maria Sigma (textiles) and Sasha Wardell (ceramics).

And we’re so excited to see there members moving up to Professional membership: Bonnie Kirkwood (textiles), Jade Pinnell Glass, Untold Jewellery.

GRADUATES

AG Designs by Alice Guyett (jewellery & metal), Fernanda Carrillo (mixed media), Ezinne Nnabugwu (jewellery) and Scarlett Farrer (textiles).

ASSOCIATES

Angela Benjamin (jewellery, mixed media, wood), Beaker Button (mixed media), Bombay Design Co (textiles for interiors), Lorna Gilbert Ceramics, Patricia Qua (ceramics, paper, surface design), Sippi Design Ltd (jewellery).

STUDENTS

Rezia Wahid (textiles).

Images courtesy the artists

On the News Index page: etched silver toolbox by Friday Lawrence

On the carousel: Alexei Sawyer, Ceren Muftuoglu, Untold Jewellery, Jade Pinnell Glass, Ange Hull.

Posted on

06.11.2026

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Design-Nation Team

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