Clerkenwell Design Week 2025: Our top Picks
The SpaceInvader Edit: CDW 2025
From playful pendants to reclaimed terrazzo, this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week delivered big ideas in small details. We’re still talking about the craftsmanship, sustainability and standout materials that left a lasting impression, so we've pulled together a few of our favourites, from biodegradable furniture to tactile lighting and earthy, retro tones that grounded the experience.
Featuring designs by VG&P, Solus, Mater, Hand & Eye, Studio Haran, Industville and many more, snapped across showrooms, vaults and pop-ups. Discover the standout design trends, materials and innovations that caught our eye at CDW 2025.
What is Clerkenwell Design Week?
Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) is one of the UK’s leading independent design festivals, held annually in the heart of London’s creative district. Bringing together interior designers, architects, product manufacturers, and design studios, CDW 2025 featured bold ideas in workplace design, sustainable materials, furniture innovation, and lighting design.
This year, our designers explored everything from biodegradable furniture and terrazzo tiles to handcrafted lighting and retro pattern trends.
VG&P Plank Desk, Designed for Hybrid Workplaces
Part of the British Collection, VG&P’s Plank Desk System caught our attention for its seamless flexibility, a co-working table that balances utility with elegance. The thoughtful accessories and customisable stain options make it ideal for modern hybrid spaces.
Solus Spolia Tiles, Sustainable Terrazzo with a Story
At the Solus showroom, Spolia Tile showcased circular design at its most creative. Made from reconstituted materials sourced from the client’s own site or products, each terrazzo tile tells a unique story, rooted in place, yet completely reimagined.
Mater Alder Collection, Biodegradable Furniture Innovation
Designed by Patricia Urquiola for Mater, the Alder Collection mimics the weight and texture of concrete while being fully biodegradable. It’s a powerful example of how material innovation is reshaping sustainable interior design.
Handcrafted Lighting, The Artisan Revival
A clear trend at CDW 2025 was the rise of handcrafted and artisanal lighting. Studios like Hand & Eye, Studio Haran, and Industville showcased lighting fixtures with rich textures, natural materials, and sculptural forms, ideal for workplaces and hospitality design.
Earthy Interior Colours, Terracotta, Ochre and Clay
Warm earthy tones dominated this year’s design language. From terracotta tiles to ochre upholstery, designers embraced calming, natural palettes that ground modern interiors in warmth and comfort.
Retro Patterns, Mid-Century Modern Reimagined
The mid-century modern revival continues. We saw bold retro prints and colour blocking that brought rhythm and energy into contemporary spaces, a fresh take on nostalgic design.
Clerkenwell Design Week 2025 confirmed that design is shifting toward more sustainable, tactile, and emotionally resonant spaces. From biodegradable materials to retro warmth and handcrafted lighting, the event reflected a clear move toward interiors that are not just functional but meaningful.
At SpaceInvader, we’re dedicated to designing people-focused environments that reflect culture, elevate wellbeing, and embrace material intelligence. These trends don’t just inspire us, they affirm the direction we're already committed to across workplace, hospitality, and social design sectors.
A huge thank you to all the brands, designers, and makers who sparked ideas and dialogue throughout CDW 2025. Already looking forward to next year!