Press Release

Image: Melted chair by Philipp Aduatz - stand J02, Hall T5

The fifth edition of Tent London is the largest yet, with more innovative designs, thought-provoking concepts and outstanding products than ever before. Over 200 international exhibitors from 26 countries will be showing a global mix of the latest in contemporary furniture, lighting, textiles and interior accessories, alongside show features and gallery events featuring inspiring installations, digital and art experiences.

A few highlights in the main event, that this year’s audience of retail buyers, architects, specifiers, press and design-savvy consumers can see are: stylish rugs from Emma Elizabeth (Australia), futuristic lamps from A+Z Design (Hungary), statement furniture from Nobody&Co (Italy), beautiful chairs from Åry Trays (Sweden), decorative wall partitions and panels from 3form (Netherlands), simple flat-pack seating from Oyadica (Japan) and light-reactive wallpapers from Flavor Paper (United States).

The designs from UK home turf are just as varied and striking. Look out for crocheted lights from Naomi Paul Textiles, graphic rugs from Sonya Winner, delicate glass lamps from Curiousa & Curiousa, charming wallpapers from Abigail Edwards, timeless pieces in vibrant new shades from Ercol, classic outdoor furniture from Gloster and highly-coloured hand-crafted chairs in wood, ply and plastics from Anthony Hartley.

Tent Loves

Tent Loves is a series of installations commissioned by Tent London. See striking work by designers working in various materials including glass, leather and bute wool, including Gillespie Glass, Studio Pepe Heykoop and a curated area by JJam Curators Collective with Tortie Hoare, Shell Thomas, Studio Henny van Nistelrooy, We Do Studio and Elena Corchero.

Sussed: A collection of sustainable innovations

Exploring sustainability in new ways is a hot topic and ‘Sussed’ is an eco feature which addresses this, with a selection of diverse products and innovations. From quirky bio-degradable toys to a sleek high-rise wormery and urban bee-hive, there is much to be inspired by.

In addition, Tent London is hosting six Gallery Events, in and around the Old Truman Brewery:

Super Brands London

Super Brands London at the Boiler House is the largest, with a significant selection of established international brands presenting their latest products, concepts and designs. Participants include Bang & Olufsen, Moroso, Quinze & Milan, Prooff, Valcucine, Acerbis and Erba Italia. The Super Brands London café is sponsored by Emeco and Coca-Cola.

The Boiler House, Brick Lane. For more information, visit www.superbrandslondon.co.uk

Remastered: A Visibly Smart production from Intel

Remastered is a unique exhibition that brings to life the inspiration behind Intel’s global marketing campaign, Visibly Smart, and combines classic art with boundary-pushing technology. In collaboration with curatorial partner jotta, famous artworks from Van Gogh, Dali and Da Vinci have been re-interpreted for a contemporary audience. Exclusively for Tent London, one final piece will be added to the collection and unveiled at the exhibition – an interactive re-imagination of Matisse’s “Dance II”. From 3D animation to motion sensor technology, see the fascinating re-interpretations from emerging artists including Maxance Parache, Daniel Swan, Midnight Toastie, Bompass & Parr and many others.

Shop 14, Ely’s Yard. For more information, visit www.intel.co.uk/remastered

Colourful Life, an exhibition by Ian Wright

Colourful Life reflects the creative and cultural life of Ian Wright, Keaykolour Paper’s Artistic Ambassador – and is a collaboration between Wright, design agency Blast and Arjowiggins Creative Papers. Spanning five decades of contemporary youth and street culture, music, fashion, film and style, Wright has created a series of inspirational artworks from cut, torn, folded and sculpted paper which turns visceral attitudes into visual aesthetics.

Shop 25, Hanbury Street. For more information, visit www.keaykolourpaper.com

Silent Revolutions, Contemporary Design in Slovenia

Silent Revolutions is the international premier of over 25 exceptional pieces of product design from Slovenia. Specially selected from the Museum of Architecture and Design, they mark two decades of design from this young independent European country. See seductive Black Cherry Lamps by Nika Zupanc, striking Filigreed Turntables from Franc Kuzma; Elan’s revolutionary Waveflex skis by Gigodesign and the Greenline Hybrid, the world’s first large hybrid boat.

Dray Walk Gallery, Dray Walk (Private Road). For more visit, www.mao.si

Design Island: The Cream of Irish Design

Design Island is a group of 12 leading designer-makers from Ireland, who produce furniture, lighting, rugs, textiles and sculptural items. The collective will be showing a range of products that demonstrate the craftsmanship and beautiful qualities of their work. See the best Eire has to offer from Ceadogan, Dunleavy Bespoke, Gabriel Furniture, Omos, Pat Casserly, Shane Holland Design Workshops, Klimmek & Henderson, Hibernoform, Sinead Mitchell and Horizon Furniture.

T3 Small Hall, 1st Floor. For more information visit, www.designisland.ie

Kingston University Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture MA Show 2011

Once again, Kingston University will show a new wave of work, from this year’s MA graduates. Expect to see the best art, design, photography and fashion that Kingston University has to offer. From David Chipperfield to Jasper Morrison, the Faculty continues to produce many of the world's leading creative practitioners who shape new thinking in many areas across the world.

Basement Floor. For more information, visit fada.kingston.ac.uk

Café-Bar designed by Freshwest

The café-bar area has been designed by Freshwest, using their new to market ‘Angle Iron’ table and chair range, as well as the ‘Pink Clip Stick Chandelier’, a dowel and clip modular lighting installation.  

Whether visiting Tent London for business, pleasure, curiosity or inspiration, there is much to enthrall.  Keep up to date by following Tent London’s tweets on twitter @tent_london

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Notes to Editors:
Tent London 2011 takes place from 22-25 September at the Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL, UK.

Tent London welcomes Trade, Public and Press on all four days that the exhibition is open.