Crafted Futures

Crafted Futures is a curated selling exhibition of 35 exceptional UK designer-makers, presented by Design-Nation during London Design Festival 2026. Taking place at OXO Gallery on London's South Bank from 9–20 September, the exhibition brings together makers working across ceramics, jewellery, textiles, glass, wood, lighting, paper, fibre and metal. Work is loosely grouped around four themes running through the show: Nature & Sustainability, Heritage Reimagined, Geometric vs Organic, and Vibrancy & Calm. Every piece on display is available to purchase directly from the maker — an opportunity to discover one-of-a-kind handcrafted work while supporting independent creative businesses from across the UK. Alongside the exhibition, Design-Nation presents a programme of free Meet the Maker Talks, giving visitors the chance to hear directly from exhibitors about their process, materials and inspiration. Design-Nation is the UK's leading membership organisation championing excellence in contemporary craft and design, supporting makers to build sustainable careers and connecting outstanding craft with new audiences, collectors and cultural partners across the UK. Free admission. Open 11am–6pm daily Ceramics - Adele Howitt, Alma Boyes, Birgit Pohl, Losa Lou Ceramics, Debbie Barber, Hello Ditto, Glenice Hoffmann, Joanna Terry, Designs by Kathryn Stevens, Kerry Hastings, Laura Lee, Modern Ceramic, Susan Swales & Yael Rosenburg Glass - Kira Phoenix K'inan & Sally Scott Textiles - Beatrice Mayfield, Detta Knitwear, Bonnie Kirkwood, Cassandra Sabo, Pipet Design, Lila-Rose, Samantha Boot, Sarah-May Johnson, Suzy Ager, Yiling Wu & Tangent Accessories Jewellery - Alexandra Simpson, Angela Ibbs, Anne V Massey Jewellery, Jewelfish, Julia Parry-Jones & Untold Jewellery