DE S IGN CENTRE
CHAMPIONS OF DESIGN
A unique, essential hub for industry professionals and design enthusiasts alike, Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour nurtures talent, champions its community and supports world-class brands like nowhere else
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ith its mix of luxury flagships, independent companies and some 600 brands, Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour is a world all of its own,
and a global destination. Both trade and independent visitors use it as an essential resource for fabrics and wallcoverings, lighting, furniture, flooring, kitchens and bathrooms and more, all under one roof, and while the choice may be almost limitless, every product and showroom has one thing in common: excellence. Each of the 130+ showrooms contributes a unique
voice and perspective, and a raft of new showrooms means that there’s always something exciting to explore. Recent openings include fabric virtuosos Fox Linton and Tom Raffield, known for its contemporary creations in steam-bent timber. Switches and sockets from second-generation family business Hamilton, and bathroom fittings from THG Paris will be on display in a 230 sqm jewel box of a space in Design Centre North that brings the company's craftsmanship to the fore. There’s a simple reason why these showrooms want
to be here: it puts them in front of an audience of the best designers, architects, specifiers, tastemakers
and homeowners. Paolo Moschino, whose namesake showroom is in the Centre Dome, puts it succinctly: “If you want to be in this business, you have to find a space here.” The Design Centre’s mission is to help people discover great design and support those doing it best: from big name brands to emerging makers. No wonder visitors come from all over the world to see what’s on the radar. Recent activity included groundbreaking events that brought American designers and English makers together when the Design Centre welcomed more than 90 US interior designers as part of a trip hosted by Wells Abbott, and a delegation of top French designers and editors who were invited to WOW!house. Products from the showrooms make their way
into five-star hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, prestigious private homes, sumptuous superyachts and any environment where the objective is to showcase the very best design and craftsmanship. Many showrooms and brands have bespoke capabilities, creating tailor- made products that make a unique contribution to these schemes. Source at Personal Shopping is something new to explore. The Design Centre’s personal shopping service has its own dedicated suite,
with the world’s finest china and glass brands now available as part of the service, adding a new layer to the offering. Growth is a vital part of what the Design Centre
stands for; fostering talent, and continually building on its thriving community, are part of its heart and soul. “We’re the powerhouse for design,” says CEO Claire German. “Dedication, investment and vision means we champion creativity, entrepreneurship and business.” To meet growing demand, strategic expansion will see the creation of more space, converting offices on the fifth floor to more design ateliers. The Design Centre’s events programme is high
calibre, from its twice yearly shows – London Design Week in spring, and Focus in autumn – to WOW!house which has cemented itself as a highlight on the international design calendar. The showhouse brings to life, in vivid detail, the creativity of incredibly talented designers whose work is often otherwise out of reach. Through its activities, the Design Centre inspires, empowers and nurtures, sharing knowledge and sparking conversations. More than the sum of its parts, the Design Centre is a dynamic and inspiring hub.
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