- XAL showroom for a light lunch
477-478 Bateman's Row, EC2A 3HH
The tour will begin with a relaxed lunch hosted by XAL, offering attendees the opportunity to connect before exploring the latest from XAL and Wever & Ducré. Discover contemporary architectural and decorative lighting, with insight into how light can shape atmosphere, enhance architecture and transform a space. Expect striking installations, inspiring conversation and the chance to experience lighting in a creative and engaging setting.
- Stop 1: The WAX Building - LightMass^ by Raw Edges
4 Garden Walk, EC2A 3EQ
The next stop takes the tour into The WAX Building to discover LightMass^ by Raw Edges, where experimental thinking and playful design challenge traditional approaches to lighting. Expect an imaginative exploration of light, form and material, showcasing how creative experimentation can transform an everyday object into something unexpected and engaging.
- Stop 2: Material Matters - India Iles / Sunday Light / Studio Gonzalo Bascuñán / Zieta Studio
UNLOCKED, 118 Curtain Rd, EC2A 3PJ
A curated stop exploring the intersection of light, materials, art and experimentation. Attendees will discover work from India Iles, Sunday Light, Studio Gonzalo Bascuñán and Zieta Studio, offering contrasting perspectives on materiality, form and how light can become an integral part of the design process.
- Stop 3: Lee Broom
93 Rivington St, EC2A 3AY
A special opportunity to experience the world of Lee Broom through a personal tour with the designer himself. For London Design Festival 2026, Lee will unveil The Chant Chambers, an installation dedicated to the continuing evolution of one of his most celebrated lighting pieces. Attendees will discover the ideas, processes and storytelling behind his work, exploring the relationship between light, material and theatre, while enjoying striking installations, inspiring conversation and a drink along the way.
- Stop 4: House of ICON - 2LG
Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old St, EC1V 9LT
The tour will finish at House of ICON, set within the architectural surroundings of Shoreditch Town Hall. Explore a curated mix of contemporary design and lighting, including 2LG Studio and Quintiesse, bringing together decorative lighting, colour, interiors and creative installation within one final destination.