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Soho’s Inaugural year as a Standalone District brings Design back to the West End for London Design Festival 2026
12th to 20th September – Soho, London
Soho Design District is on the map for the first time at London Design Festival. This September, Soho will become a living showcase for design, creativity, craft and community bringing together an ambitious programme of exhibitions, installations, talks, workshops, film, photography, material innovation and cultural events throughout the neighbourhood.
Running from 12th to 20th September 2026, the week will activate some of Soho's most distinctive spaces - from the Heal's Building and Soho Lighthouse to The Soho Hotel, Century Club, Groucho Club, and The Union Club - creating a week-long platform for designers, makers, architects, artists, developers, entrepreneurs and the wider public to explore how design can contribute to unique character of Soho.
Championed by Informare, the district will focus on next generation designers, sustainability, heritage and the future of the creative industries. The programme will bring established names together with emerging talent and next-generation businesses, building on Soho’s community.
Monday 14th September – 14:00 to 18:00 – Great Chapel Street – Surface Design Show x Green Grads Workshop
The Surface Design Show will partner with Green Grads to bring one of its well-loved workshops to London Design Festival. Led by experienced Green Grad Claire Malley, visitors will learn how to design and weave their own artwork from varied textile waste, including denim offcuts, and recycled yarns, taking away their own unique piece. This workshop follows on from the successful workshop stage that was launched at SDS26, it is suitable for beginners upwards, encouraging makers to unwind, and enjoy the mindful flow of weaving.