Events
Venice Takeaway: Ideas to Change British Architecture
26 February - 27 April 2013
RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London
Should Amsterdam-style floating homes be built in London’s Docklands? Could the UK learn from Brazil’s successful identikit school-building programme? Could Belfast be redeveloped by following a Berlin model? Including the Venice Biennale exhibition ‘Venice Takeaway: Ideas to Change British Architecture’, RIBA, in collaboration with the British Council and the Architectural Association, will host an exhibition and a season of special events that offer architectural inspiration from beyond UK shores.
The feature exhibition showcases UK architectural talent through ten exceptional international research projects. The projects illustrate how architecture has shaped the culture and economy of countries around the world.
Salone Internazionale Del Mobile
9 - 14 April 2013
Milan, Italy
The 52nd edition of the Saloni will showcase thousands of high quality products destined for the global market.
Lightfair International
23 - 25 April 2013
Philadelphia, USA
Consisting of conference and trade show, Lightfair International is an annual architectural and commercial lighting event.
May Design Series: One great city, four great shows
19- 21 May 2013
ExCel, London
The May Design Series brings together four amazing design events for the interior design, retail, architectural and developer communities - newly-launched INTERIORS LDN, DX, plus the established ARC show and kbb LDN.
The ARC Show
19- 21 May 2013
ExCel, London
Developed and shaped in collaboration with Mondo arc for 2013, The ARC Show represents the very best in high-end architectural and decorative lighting.
KBB LDN
19- 21 May 2013
ExCel, London
Created for architects, interior designers, specifiers and retailers, kbb LDN is the capital’s only event dedicated to innovation in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom sector.
INTERIORS LDN
19- 21 May 2013
ExCel, London
INTERIORS LDN presents the most inspirational interiors products for the mid- to high-end market.
DX
19- 21 May 2013
ExCel, London
DX is the new and intelligent design destination that brings together a hand-picked selection of cutting-edge products, ideas and solutions for contract and domestic interiors from across the globe.
Design Miami/Basel
11 - 15 June 2013
Basel, Switzerland
Design Miami is a global forum for design, bringing together influential visitors to celebrate design culture and commerce.
London Design Festival
14 - 22 September 2013
Various London locations
A ten day event that spans multiple hotspots in the capital, showcasing fantastic design.
100% Design
19 – 22 September 2013
Earls Court, London
Incorporating 100% Office, this year 100% design is dedicated to bringing professionals together from different design disciplines.
The Sleep Event
November 2013
Business Design Centre, Islington, London
The Sleep Event displays the very best in hotel design, giving awards and recognition for exemplary design achievements.
Design Miami
December 2013
Miami Beach, US
Moving to Miami Beach in December, the global design forum continues to inspire and educate on all matters of high end design.
Surface Design Show
February 2014
Business Design Centre, Islington, London
Walls, floors, ceilings and partitions are presented in this professional surface concept environment.
Ecobuild
March 2014
Excel, London
One of the world’s biggest events for sustainable design is back and at Excel this year. Great ideas for the construction and built environment will be presented, along with innovative solutions and practical advice from experts at the show.
Light + Building Show
30 March – 4 April 2014
Frankfurt, Germany
The Light + Building show is a biennial event focusing on lighting and intelligent buildings. The show returns in 2014.
www.light-building.messefrankfurt.com
ISH Messe Frankfurt
10 - 14 March 2015
Frankfurt, Germany
The ISH provides the world’s biggest showcase for innovative bathroom design, energy efficient heating and air-conditioning technology and renewable energies. The show returns in 2015.