PAD London 2026 returns to Berkeley Square from 13 to 18 October, bringing together leading international galleries, designers, collectors, and design enthusiasts in the heart of Mayfair. Founded in 2007 by Patrick Perrin, PAD London is dedicated exclusively to historical and contemporary design, creating a dialogue between collectible pieces from different periods and creative disciplines.
From Art Deco and modernist furniture to contemporary collectible design, the fair continues to explore the relationship between art, craftsmanship, and interiors. Here are some of the highlights to discover at PAD London 2026.
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Berkeley Square: The Setting for PAD London 2026
Taking place at Berkeley Square, London W1J 6EN, the fair occupies one of Mayfair’s most prestigious locations. The 2026 edition opens with a Collectors Preview on 13 October, followed by a VIP Opening on 14 October, before opening to the public from 15 to 18 October.
Leading Galleries and Design Names
The exhibitor list for PAD London 2026 includes a strong international selection of galleries and designers. Among the notable names are Achille Salvagni, Adrian Sassoon, Carpenters Workshop Gallery, Galerie FUMI, Hervé Van der Straeten, Jallu, Maison Parisienne, Mia Karlova Galerie, Boccara Gallery, Bessa Pereira, and Buccellati.
The selection covers historical design, contemporary collectible pieces, jewellery, decorative arts, sculpture, and experimental materials, reinforcing PAD’s multidisciplinary approach to collecting.
Opera Gallery: A Strong Art Presence
Opera Gallery returns to PAD London 2026 with a presentation combining major names from modern and contemporary art. The gallery’s selection includes Pablo Picasso, Jean Dubuffet, Alex Katz, Fernando Botero, Manolo Valdés, Jaume Plensa, George Condo, Andy Denzler, and Pieter Obels.
Its participation adds an important fine-art dimension to the fair, strengthening the connection between collectible design and contemporary art.
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Mia Karlova Galerie and New Collectible Design
Mia Karlova Galerie returns with a curated presentation featuring works by Vadim Kibardin, Valeriya Isyak, Jesse Visser, Tommaso Spinzi, and Olga Malygina.
A particularly relevant addition is the gallery’s first presentation of selected works by Maria Sipińska-Małaszyńska, introducing her sculptural design language to its programme. The gallery will be located at Booth A4.
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“Overgrown”: Nature Meets Dutch Design
One of the more distinctive presentations at PAD London 2026 comes from Rademakers Gallery. Its presentation, titled “Overgrown,” explores the idea of nature taking over through colour, craftsmanship, material experimentation, and contemporary Dutch design.
The presentation features artists and designers including Alfhild Sarah Külper, Tiemen Harder, Kiki Van Eijk, Joana Schneider, REM Atelier, Simone Post, Diederik Schneemann, Maarten Vrolijk, and Onno Adriaanse.
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Art Deco and the Legacy of French Design
Historical design remains central to PAD London 2026, with galleries bringing important pieces from the 20th century to Mayfair.
Galerie Marcelpoil, for example, specialises in French Art Deco and modernist design, with a particular focus on designers such as André Sornay, Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann, Jean Dunand, and Pierre Chareau. For this edition, the gallery is presenting a selection of Sornay’s iconic works.
A Special Design Experience in Mayfair
Beyond the fair itself, PAD London 2026 is connected to the wider Mayfair design scene. A special VIP tour organised with Business and Interiors and Mayfair Design District will take place on 15 October, beginning at Apparatus before continuing to PAD for a curated exploration of galleries and collectible design.
This creates an opportunity to experience PAD alongside the surrounding design district, connecting the fair with London’s broader creative landscape.
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PAD London 2026 and the Future of Collectible Design
With its international gallery selection and focus on both historical and contemporary design, this event continues to position collectible design within the wider cultural landscape of London.
The fair’s emphasis on craftsmanship, material experimentation, artistic expression, and individual collecting reflects a growing interest in interiors shaped by distinctive objects rather than conventional furniture alone. This approach closely connects with the philosophy of collectible design, where furniture can be appreciated as both functional design and artistic expression.
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