I visited the 2nd week of New Designers Show in the Business Design Centre, Islington.
It was well attended and showcased works from students at Product, Furniture and Graphic Design Universities.
The quality of the work is impressive and I spoke with many students as well as course leaders.
Common to all was the feedback that New Designers is the single best event for students that study in the regional bases to get their work seen by London based employers.
I mentioned the Clerkenwell Showrooms is planning to host students and their work from 2026 - and will effectively become a New Designers - off site. Most were enthusiastic about utilising Clerkenwell Showrooms as a resource to showcase students and their work.
Marketed under the working title of ‘Clerkenwell Grad Week’ - Clerkenwell Showrooms will begin communications with regional design universities and their respective course leaders to establish a rosta of interested parties.
Similarly, CS members will be pairing up with Universities with a view to participating during the CGW event next year. Finally, Jeremy from CS will be seeking suitable event sponsors as well as media partners.