The Young Furniture Makers exhibition, a special one-day event showcasing furniture, lighting and textile designs from emerging designer-makers to employers and key players in the furnishing industry, returns to the City of London this October.
The event, organised by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, will take place on Wednesday 2 October at Furniture Makers’ Hall and the Dutch Church in Austin Friars, London. More than 50 young designers from schools, colleges, universities and graduates from around the UK will be exhibiting designs at the event, which is principally sponsored by Tizo with logistics support from Celtheath.
Doors will open for the trade and guests to view at 1.00pm. Brian Ahern, Master of The Furniture Makers’ Company, will officially welcome guests from the furniture and design community at 6.30pm before the announcement of the winners of the 2024 Young Furniture Makers Awards. The exhibition will close at 8.30pm. The awards being presented are:
• The Bespoke Award sponsored by Axminster Tools
• The Design Award sponsored by NaughtOne
• The Textiles Award
• The School Design Prize sponsored by KI
• The Apprentice Award sponsored by Achieve & Partners
• The Best Chair in Show Prize sponsored by MEON
• The Best in Show Prize sponsored by Blum UK
• The Fast Track Prize sponsored by Malcolm Walker
Jonny Westbrooke, CEO of The Furniture Makers’ Company, said: “The Young Furniture Makers exhibition is an outstanding celebration of exceptionally gifted young makers, serving as an invaluable platform for this emerging talent to connect with experienced designers and esteemed professionals within the furnishing industry. Throughout the years, the Young Furniture Makers exhibition has proudly showcased the work of many designer-makers who have subsequently achieved remarkable success in their careers, making it a must-attend event. Mark your calendar and join us this October.”
Nick Groves, CEO of Tizo, principal sponsor of the Young Furniture Makers Exhibition, said: “Tizo is passionate about fostering innovation in industry. Having been involved in important technology and product releases for the betterment of the furniture sector for ten years now, we see our sponsorship of the 2024 Young Furniture Makers exhibition as an important responsibility, as we look to continue supporting the innovation in your industry. We are honoured to meet the next generation, and this exhibition not only highlights the incredible talent of young designer-makers but also showcases those that will push the furniture industry forward. We are excited to see how these bright minds will influence and redefine the future of furniture design, and we remain committed to contributing to their journey toward success.”
To register for free, go to https://YFMExhibition2024.eventbrite.co.uk
