Visit DECOREX: The UK's Celebration Of Interior Design

This week, Olympia London will be opening their doors for the 45th edition of Decorex, from 8-11 October. They will be hosting the UK’s celebration of interior design, bringing together the best in the industry. This year, Decorex will be showcasing leading furniture and accessory brands. Stay tuned as Inspiration & Ideas brings you all the exciting details about this inspiring event. Keep reading!

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WHAT’S ON?

Visit DECOREX: The UK's Celebration Of Interior Design — source: ***Decorex***

DESIGN TALKS

Decorex is set to feature over 85 speakers and seasoned industry professionals in its meticulously curated Design Talks. This year’s program will prioritize sharing crucial design insights and offering attendees expert guidance on a diverse array of industry-relevant topics.

Selecting from a multitude of options was no simple task, but Inspiration & Ideas has curated a single conference for each day, just for you to attend:

Why Do We Need Colour – Can We Live Without It?

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | 8th October

Unpacking the myths and mysteries about colour from the common to the lesser known.

Speakers: Ella Doran | Karen Haller | Simon Hamilton | Esther Patterson

Timeless Design, The English Home Panel Discussion

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm | 9th October

What are the secrets of creating timeless designs? Whether architecture, interior design or homeware that transcends fleeting trends, explore the elements that make for enduring designs and layered English homes full of personality.

The Joyful Home: Injecting Fun, Loosening Boundaries, And Mixing Colour, Scale, And Patterns To Create Uplifting Liveable Interiors

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | 10th October

This conversation explores how successful designers get into a client’s mindset, find inspiration, confidently mix colours, scale, and styles, and tackle the challenges of taking a client with them on an enjoyable design journey.

Speakers: Georgia Collet | Henri Fitzwilliam-Lay | Emilio Pimentel-Reid | Charlotte Rey | Sarah Vanrenen

The Importance Of Craft

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm | 11th October

Individuals and interior designers should invest in exceptional pieces now, use them, repair them if must and hand them down to the next generation.

Speakers: Justyna Medont | Jacky Oliver | Louisa Pacifico | Deborah Pocock | Jan Waterston

VIP LOUNGE

The VIP Lounge is making a grand return! In collaboration with Designed by Woulfe, Decorex has crafted a lavishly designed space known as “Le Boudoir D’Corexxx,” blending sophistication with an enticing allure to create an atmosphere that stimulates the senses and sparks the imagination. It’s truly exhilarating!

All VIP guests will enjoy unlimited access to this exclusive lounge throughout the event. It’s an ideal retreat from the bustling show floor, perfect for meetings or simply unwinding in style. Additionally, the VIP Lounge will feature the Red Spot VIP Lounge Bar, offering complimentary bubbly during lunchtime, delightful snacks, and live recordings of the Design Talks.

Designed by Woulfe, founded by the talented Irish-born Brian Woulfe in 2008, boasts a diverse portfolio of interior design and development projects spanning private clients, property developers, and commercial ventures across Europe, the US, and the Asia-Pacific regions.

MAKING SPACES

Exciting news awaits! Following a phenomenal response and tremendous success in 2022, Making Spaces returns to Decorex for 2023!

Explore the intricacies of design and production techniques showcased by skilled artisans who will be demonstrating their expertise live. Get ready to witness the unique skills of these professionals and glean valuable insights from their expertise:

Future Icons represents and showcases a select collection of design and craft-led businesses that produce the finest interior accessories, furniture, jewellery, fashion accessories, artwork and objet d’art internationally.

Rycotewood Furniture Center, delivering excellence in design and craft education since 1938.

QEST supports and champions excellence in British craftsmanship by funding the training and education of talented and aspiring makers.

The Black Artisans will showcase and celebrate established UK-based Black Artisans through a travelling photography exhibition.

Cockpit is a centre for excellence in craft, bridging the gap between talent and opportunity.

CURIO

Curio is one of the novelties Decorex is bringing for the 2023 edition. It is a place to discover an evolving collection of handcrafted objects, beautiful art and imaginative design from around the world. Curio has been designed to make it easy for attendees to find and acquire extraordinary art, precious skills and design. Are you ready to explore this world of craftsmanship?