Design presents a collection of Italian furniture 

Former subterranean prison, The House of Detention, will provide the backdrop for up-and-coming design talent. The strong international flavour also permeates this venue, with Italian-based duo Fred and Juul presenting their apiculture-inspired pieces, Latvian studio Sampling’s hemp seating, and UK spatial design company Foreign Bear.

One of Clerkenwell Design Week’s best-loved features is its series of cultural projects curated by the festival, bringing the streets and converted spaces of Clerkenwell to life. The first innovative project unveiled for this edition is Design Exquis, an installation based on the Cadavre Exquis technique developed by the Surrealists in the 1920s. ekonglong leather chair

Clerkenwell Design Week continues its strong relationships with the area’s showrooms, with many planning talks, events and product launches. Nine new showrooms opened in the area during 2012 – a testament to Clerkenwell’s vibrant scene. Among them, concept showroom/bar/members’ club .IT.

All About Design will present a collection of Italian furniture with brands including Edra and FIAM, whilst fabric innovator Camira has partnered with Danish carpet manufacturer Ege Carpets, in a unique collaboration for the showroom at Britton Street. Arper joins the festival this year, adding a further splash of colour to the office furniture offering