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With a new year comes the return of inspiring, exciting design events that are a must-attend for enthusiasts and professionals alike. From vintage-focused events to long-running favourites, here I list five you don\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n
Clerkenwell Design Week, 21st to 23rd May<\/strong><\/p>\n Clerkenwell is home to more creative businesses and architects per square mile than anywhere else on the planet. It makes sense then, that an annual design event should take place here. One of the most important events in the design calendar, Clerkenwell Design Week is a celebration of its rich and diverse community. Featuring exhibitions, installations, showroom events and fascinating talks, it\u2019s not to be missed. Register your interest here: www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Grand Designs Live, 4th to 12th May, London and 4th to 10th October, Birmingham<\/strong><\/p>\n Grand Designs Live is a home improvement and self-build event inspired by Kevin McCloud\u2019s hugely popular television programme of the same name. The show features six product zones, bespoke advice from industry professionals and features design set-ups from some of the sector\u2019s most exciting up-and-coming designers. \u00a0Tickets for both the London and Birmingham events can be found here: www.granddesignslive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 100% Design, 18th<\/strong> to 21st September<\/strong><\/p>\n 100% Design is the longest-running trade event in the UK and the cornerstone of the London Design Festival. It\u2019s one of my personal favourites, showcasing innovating and exciting design work from global brands. In 2018, the show unveiled a series of big changes to its usual programming, so it will be exciting to see what 2019\u2019s show brings.\u00a0It is primarily a trade event, but there are public days, find out more here: www.100percentdesign.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n London Design Festival, 14th<\/sup> \u2013 22nd<\/sup> September<\/strong><\/p>\n If you only attend one design event this year, make it London Design Festival (LDF). With so many fantastic events under the umbrella of LDF, it\u2019s one of the biggest and most inspiring design festivals in the world. There are multiple design districts and a series of trade events, each with their own programme of activities, exhibitions and more. There\u2019s so much to see and do, it\u2019s impossible to include it all here but be sure to check out the website: https:\/\/www.londondesignfestival.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Vintage Home Show, 10th March, Manchester and 24th March, Leeds<\/strong><\/p>\n A smaller but no less worthy entry on this list is the Vintage Home Show. A celebration of mid century furniture design, retro lighting and vintage ceramics, it\u2019s the perfect event for fans of kitsch and period styling. Bringing together a collection of the country\u2019s best independent businesses, three events are held throughout the year in Leeds, Manchester and the Midlands (we\u2019ve just missed the Midlands event). It\u2019s an extremely affordable day out with tickets priced at just \u00a33 and \u00a35. Get yours here: www.vintagehomeshow.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" With a new year comes the return of inspiring, exciting design events that are a must-attend for enthusiasts and professionals alike. From vintage-focused events to long-running favourites, here I list five you don\u2019t want to miss. 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