The English Home at Focus/25 at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour

Returning for another year, from Monday 15 September to Friday 19 September, Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour’s Focus/25 brings together an unrivalled line-up of talented brands, makers, creatives and thought leaders.

Over five days, visitors will have the chance to discover new-season launches, listen to expert talks and learn at inspirational workshops. Register for tickets here

What’s on at Focus/25?

The English Home at Focus/25

Throwing Shade: Lighting Up GP & J Baker’s Archival Past with Pooky Lighting, with Alison Davidson, Ann Grafton and Jo Plant

On Wednesday 17 September, our editor, Alison Davidson will be hosting a lively discussion with Ann Grafton of GP & J Baker and Jo Plant of Pooky. Discover the story behind their striking new lampshade collaboration, inspired by archival treasures, alongside expert insights on lighting trends and tips for transforming your home with lighting.

Wednesday 17 September, 12pm-12:45pm, GP & J Baker, Ground Floor, Design Centre East

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Meet in the Middle: Are You A Midimalist? Hosted by The English Home, with Alison Davidson, Jessica Buckley and Sarah Peake

Before the design workshop above, our editor, Alison Davidson will also be hosting a Design Masterclass talk, Meet in the Middle: Are You A Midimalist? , along with guest speakers Jessica Buckley, founder of Jessica Buckley Interiors, and Sarah Peake, founder of Studio Peake.

If our design preferences sit halfway between minimalism and maximalism, is there a middling option, striking a balance between the bold and the clutter-free? Join this panel of leading designers as they share tips and tricks on achieving a style that is functional, but with the added warmth, colour and personality of a characterful home.

Thursday 18 September, 11am-12pm, Lewis & Wood, First Floor, Design Centre East

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New collections

Explore over 600 of the world’s most celebrated names in design and decoration, gathered together to unveil their newest collections.

This season’s directions offer something to suit every sensibility, whether your preference is for clean, refined lines or a more layered, expressive style. Expect imaginative escapes reinterpreted for the present day; gleaming metallic accents and mineral-inspired finishes; jewel-like colour stories balanced by earthy warmth; playful nods to 1970s pattern and texture; and a renewed appreciation for fine craft. Themes of comfort, wellbeing, and human-focused design run throughout.

Discover the full programme of talks

Showrooms to visit

There’s been lots of exciting changes at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour in recent months, with a number of new showrooms opening and existing ones expanding or relocating. Discover 135 showrooms under one roof, from prestigious flagships such as Pierre Frey, Schumacher and Ralph Lauren Home, to distinctive ateliers including Hector Finch, The Specified and Alexander Lamont + Miles, brands you won’t find showcased anywhere else in the UK.

The roster of House Guests includes:

• Amy Kent Rugs

• Armonia Styling

• Box Galleries

• Casalatina

• Christy

• Coral + Hive

• Daum

• Ercol

• Faolchú

• Jab

• Jessica Osborne

• And many more... with more still to be announced.

To register for free, visit dcch.co.uk.