Colour Hive returns to Surface Design Show to present Materials Edit, part of Surface Spotlight Live with a dedicated showcase of innovative and inspirational objects and materials.
Usually, when looking at the drivers for a new design directions, there are several diverse threads that need to be pulled together. This time it’s different, with one compelling and overarching macro theme; resources.
Thesimmering anger and push for change seen in the early 1980s are reflected in the current political climate. Fury explores this landscape with protest-driven innovation informing design directions.
We explore our AW 2023/24 design directions 1969, Soon, Heartbreaker and Find with a spotlight on regional designers encapsulating the spirit of the story. Our hope is that you’ll discover new names and be inspired to connect or collaborate.
The pandemic saw an increase in forced self-awareness and a heightened preoccupation with wellbeing. Here, we focus on Sleep, no longer a guilty indulgence but more an aspect of self-care.