London Design Week 2025: A Feast for the Senses at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour

London Design Week 2025, held from March 10th to 14th at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, is the pinnacle of the spring interior design calendar. This prestigious event brings together over 130 showrooms and more than 30 pop-up House Guests, showcasing the latest trends, innovations, and timeless designs.

Highlights That Had Us Swooning

Now, where to begin? There was just so much to take in! The event was positively brimming with inspiring talks, new launches, and the kind of showrooms that make your heart race. The energy was infectious - designers, makers, and style aficionados all gathered under one gloriously curated roof. We fell head over heels for some of the stunning fabric houses and interior designers showcasing their latest collections

The talks, as always, were nothing short of fabulous. Industry icons shared their wisdom, and we left each session feeling energised and brimming with fresh ideas. Susi visited the Lincrusta showroom where Sarah Parmenter hosted a creative event to discover how to add textural interest and contemporary decorative finishes to furniture 

Matilda Goad

Matilda Goad offers a curated selection of homeware, including tableware, lighting and decorative objects, all infused with her signature mix of vintage inspiration and modern flair. She often plays with natural materials, such as rattan and ceramics, and has a keen eye for layering different styles to create an effortlessly stylish yet lived-in feel. We especially love the Bamboo handles which Susi has recently used in her London flat project and in her study at her home...

Birdie Fortescue

Known for her elegant yet relaxed approach to homeware and textiles, Birdie Fortescue is celebrated for her globally inspired collections that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary colour palettes and patterns. With a background in antiques and interior design, Birdie has a deep appreciation for historical influences, which she translates into her collections. She draws inspiration from travels, particularly from India, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe

Sophie Harpley

Milola

Milola Design is a luxury wallpaper brand founded by Larissa Miloradovich, celebrated for its unique and elegant designs that infuse interiors with beauty and bohemian allure

Molly Mahon

Molly Mahon is a British designer known for her vibrant, hand-block-printed textiles, wallpapers, and homeware. Rooted in traditional craftsmanship, her work is joyful, playful, and inspired by the natural world, everyday life, and her travels - particularly to India, where she sources many of her materials and collaborates with skilled artisans.

The Stand That Stole Our Hearts: Bertioli by Thyme

Now, onto the crème de la crème of the show. If there was one stand that completely enchanted us, it was Bertioli by Thyme. Founded by Caryn Hibbert, the creator of Thyme, a boutique hotel and retreat in the Cotswolds, Bertioli embodies the same ethos of sustainability, craftsmanship, and understated luxury.

Walking into their space felt like stepping into a botanical dream - calm, considered, and utterly beautiful. The stand was inspired by a bird hide, you were the bird inside the bird hide, we think they encapsulated this feeling perfectly. 

The collection, inspired by nature and bird hides was nothing short of magical. Delicate, hand-drawn patterns, soft organic linens, and the most divine scents wafting through the air - it was a sensory delight!