The Surface Design Show 2026, hosted at London’s Business Design Centre from 3-5 February, will centre around the theme of Material Evolution, specifically examining the practical application of waste within architectural surfaces and interiors.

Among this year’s host of sustainability driven exhibitors is Pit-to-table, an organisation founded in 2024 following a sustainability grant from the United Nations Development Programme. Their flagship product, Pit-Board, is a durable bio-composite material manufactured in Cyprus using discarded olive pits. Composed of at least 60% agricultural waste, Pit-Board provides a solid, moisture-resistant circular alternative to conventional boards without requiring a plywood or MDF substrate. Co-Founder and Creative Director Mustafa Afsaroglu describes the show as the “perfect platform to showcase our innovation and share something truly fresh with the London architecture and design community.”

Pit to table                                                                                      Artstone Panel System

Artstone Panel Systems is celebrating its 20th anniversary by introducing the ARCQITONE mineral-based line as part of its eco-conscious production. These panels are manufactured in LEED-certified facilities and are crafted with over 40% natural mineral content. Beyond their immediate aesthetic appeal, the panels are fully recyclable, offering a sustainable choice for architects and designers seeking to bridge the gap between material innovation and design intent.

Exhibitor Applelec Interiors, in partnership with Lite House Europe, further displays the shift toward utilising secondary materials by integrating backlighting into eco-conscious surfaces. Their Parametric Walls feature nature-inspired patterns manufactured from solid surface materials such as Polygood, which is crafted from 100% recycled plastic waste. This integration allows architects to transform walls into expressive, multidimensional landscapes that are as sustainable as they are visually striking, offering a ready-to-spec solution that understands the balance between technical precision and design intent.

Luxury textile manufacturer Limited Edition also brings a sustainable focus to the show floor with their custom-made rugs. Drawing on over 30 years of Belgian craftsmanship, the brand utilises recycled materials including Econyl and recycled PVC in their specialised outdoor rug ranges. By combining these waste-derived components with high-quality, durable textures, Limited Edition aims to transform spaces into sanctuaries that offer emotional comfort while ensuring environmental integrity.

Orac                                                               Mobina Rajabimoghadam

Exhibitor Orac is an international brand with over 50 years of expertise in architectural elements, it focuses on combining high design impact with environmental responsibility. The company has developed a specialised 3D wallcovering range made from 100% sustainable materials, adding to their extensive collection of lightweight and durable mouldings. This range reflects the company’s commitment to evolving architectural surfaces.

Surface Design Show is championing the next generation of designers through its ongoing partnership with Green Grads and the Royal College of Art. Many of the new innovative materials being presented place the reuse of waste at its centre. Green Grad Mobina Rajabimoghadam presents Bio Recursive, an eggshell-based biomaterial composed of 84% waste eggshells sourced from local restaurants. Fully compostable, durable and machinable, the material offers a scalable alternative to virgin resources while avoiding energy-intensive recycling systems. Suitable for interiors, lighting and product design, the biomaterial demonstrates that organic waste can be transformed into desirable, high-performance surfaces that regenerate rather than deplete the environment.

Also exhibiting is Olivia Webb of Royal College of Art, whose work questions value, permanence and material hierarchies within architecture. Her modular tile system is cast in Jesmonite embedded with discarded rose petals sourced from the commercial floral industry and once-owned bouquets. As the tiles age and subtly shift over time, they challenge conventional notions of durability and invite a gentler, more emotionally responsive approach to architectural surfaces. Webb’s research-led practice explores how unstandardised and perishable materials might inform alternative building systems.

The Surface Design Show 2026 invites the global design community to witness these advancements firsthand and explore how waste can be reimagined to define the next generation of beautiful, functional and durable interiors.