London Design Festival comes to Battersea
Published: Friday, September 6, 2024
- Wandsworth Council is taking part in London Design Festival.
- Battersea Design District brings a programme of experiences throughout the area.
- Wandsworth Council has commissioned six projects to take place in Battersea Design District.
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Wandsworth Council is proud to be taking part in London Design Festival taking place 14 to 22 September.
Battersea Design District will offer a programme of exhibitions, workshops, architectural tours and performances by creatives living and working in Wandsworth.
Councillor Kemi Akinola, Wandsworth Council's Cabinet Member for Culture, said: "We're so excited to be part of London Design Festival for another year, providing access for residents to get together and unleash their creative talents.
“We also welcome visitors who are discovering the diverse range of artists based here in Wandsworth, as we build up to our year of culture in 2025."
Wandsworth Council has commissioned six projects to take place within Battersea Design District during London Design Festival 2024, alongside the wider programme.
Wandsworth Council’s Battersea Design District commissions
History of African Fashion and Upcycling workshop
A deep dive into the rich history of African fashion, exploring its evolution from traditional costumes to contemporary trends. The workshop will culminate in a practical upcycling session, where participants can infuse their own garments with a touch of African style.
Wed 18 September 4.30pm – 6.30pm
OSMO Battersea, 65 Nine Elms Lane, London SW11 7EU
Living with Industry: A community’s view on improving Silverthorne Road
An afternoon of community design collecting your thoughts and ideas on how to improve issues that impact us all. The work will be collated and presented to Wandsworth as a summary of a community’s view to a way forward.
Wednesday 18 September, 4pm – 8pm, Free, drop-in.
Daab design,103 Silverthorne Road, SW8 3HH
Voices of Wandsworth
An art installation capturing the voices of the Wandsworth community. In a series of workshops, Wandsworth residents were invited respond to a prompt, ‘if a butterfly could hear you, what would you say?’ The messages have been folded into origami butterflies, creating a visual tapestry of community voices.
Mon 16 to Fri 20 September, 2pm – 8pm daily. Free Entry
Special viewing: Wednesday 18 September, 6pm – 8pm, book your place for Voices of Wandsworth special viewing via Eventbrite
OSMO Battersea, 65 Nine Elms Lane, London SW11 7EU
Ayana’s Nine Days in Nine Elms
A creative workshop merging foliage, calming jadeite gems and a kaleidoscope of colour with the emotiveness of ethical jade jewellery. Some of Ayana’s jewellery will be displayed - earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets and charms made with jadeite set in recycled gold and silver.
Mon 16 to Fri 20 September, 2pm – 8pm daily. Free Entry
Find out more about Ayana's display and workshop
OSMO Battersea, 65 Nine Elms Lane, London SW11 7EU
Ayana Jade will also be running a free workshop for children as part of the Battersea Design District Open Day at the ROSE Community Clubroom, Ascalon Street, on Wed 18 September from 12.30 to 6:30pm, followed by an evening event for adults at OSMO.
On Thursday 19 September, join Ayana Jade’s Fretwork and Jewellery Soiree from 6pm – 8pm at 575 Wandsworth Rd (the home of Kenyan born poet Khadambi Asalache). The evening includes a guided tour and a bracelet-making workshop.
Tote Bag Workshop at the ROSE Community Clubroom
Experiment with paints, rollers and stamps in this fun and engaging workshop hosted at the R.O.S.E Community Clubroom. You'll get to take home your very own tote bag, an original piece designed by you at LDF2024. All ages and artistic abilities welcome.
Wed 18 September, 12.30pm - 6.30pm. Free, drop-in.
R.O.S.E Community Clubroom, 22 Ascalon St, Nine Elms, London SW8 4AN
Doddington and Rollo Community Roof Garden
The Doddington and Rollo Community Roof Garden opens its doors for the day. Discover this diverse, thriving community garden at the heart of the estate. There will be drop-in mosaic workshops from 10am - 5pm. Later in the evening from 6pm - 9pm there will be warm drinks and music by local musicians.
Wed 18 September, 10am – 9pm. Free, drop in.
Doddington and Rollo Community Roof Garden, Entrance behind Tesco on Battersea Park Rd, SW11 5HD
facebook.com/DoddingtonRolloGarden
Art and Architecture Walking Tour of Battersea Nine Elms
Explore the history, future, and lived experience of the neighbourhood through art and architecture.
Wed 18 September, 5pm – 7pm. Free. Booking: Art and Architecture Walking Tour of Battersea Nine Elms
Book your place on Art and Architecture Walking Tour of Battersea Nine Elms
Tour starts: Nine Elms Tube Station, Wandsworth Road.