Crafted Futures is a curated selling exhibition showcasing 35 exceptional UK-based designer-makers, presented by Design-Nation as part of London Design Festival 2026.

Celebrating exceptional contemporary craft and the power of making, the exhibition brings together outstanding makers working across ceramics, jewellery, textiles, glass, wood, lighting, paper, fibre and metal. Through beautifully crafted work exploring themes including Nature & Sustainability, Heritage Reimagined, Geometric vs Organic, and Vibrancy & Calm. 

Visitors can discover beautifully crafted work, meet the makers, attend free Meet the Maker lunchtime Talks and purchase directly from the artists and designers behind every piece.

Crafted Futures reflects Design-Nation’s commitment to championing exceptional contemporary craft while creating meaningful commercial opportunities for independent makers.

Every purchase directly supports independent UK-based  designer-makers.

These are our 2026 exhibitors. Follow the links to explore their beautiful objects and the stories these tell.

Ceramics:

Glass:

Jewellery:

Mixed media:

Textiles: