In a time of transatlantic flights and great optimism about the future, designer Eileen Gray looked to make a modern design that competed with with the throbbing modernity around her. Barber and ...

The Design Museum is one of London’s most iconic venues, offering a unique collection of contemporary spaces perfect for hosting both corporate and private events, filming and brand activations. Our ...

Shop a curated edit of the best in design books and products from established brands and emerging designers. Every purchase supports the Design Museum. Please note that the museum accepts digital/card ...

Enjoy a free virtual experience allowing you to take a closer look at the display celebrating the launch of Network Rail’s new customised typeface, Rail Alphabet 2, designed by the co-designer of the ...

Find out more about the area at Discover South Kensington. The museum is located at 224-238 Kensington High Street, Kensington, London W8 6AG, on the corner of Earl's Court Road and Kensington High ...

The world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form from architecture and fashion to graphics, product and industrial design. Design Museum Members enjoy free unlimited entry to ...

An overview of exhibitions at the Design Museum since 1989.

A free exhibition introducing part of our collection, looking at the development of modern design through these three interconnected roles. Explore the free display to discover some of the designers ...

The Design Museum has organised more than 179 tours to 144 venues in 38 countries worldwide. Find out if an exhibition is travelling where you are.

Kubrick was just as much an inventor as a filmmaker. From predicting the modern tablet and defining the aesthetic of space exploration a year before the Moon Landing, in 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), ...

If you’ve been to a cafe you’ve probably sat on it. Let’s take a closer look at the design of what many consider to be the world’s most popular chair. German cabinetmaker Michael Thonet dreamt about ...

The museum is always looking for bright and passionate people to join our teams and help us build the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design. For all the latest job vacancies at the ...