Dezeen School Shows: a board game designed to encourage children to avoid screens and engage with their family is among the projects from New Designers.

Also featured is an incense holder informed by Chinese rituals and a private members' club housed within an old newspaper printing warehouse.

New Designers

School: New Designers

"New Designers is an annual exhibition that brings together the best graduate design talent from across the UK.

"Our event is aimed at professionals in the design industry, as well as general consumers who are interested in seeing the latest trends in design.

"New Designers also welcomes hundreds of school students each year, inspiring the next generation of designers.

"Over two weeks, we showcase the work of over 2,500 talented graduates in a range of disciplines, including textiles, graphics, product design and more."

Project by Rohan Scott

"When creating their leather-draped corset, Rohan Scott engaged in bespoke leather workshops, offered as part of Birmingham City University's fashion degree.

"During the workshop, Scott learned wet moulding techniques to sculpt leather to the body, which culminated in the creation of their leather-draped corset.

"The course's workshop was supported by The Leathersellers company and Abbey England."

Student: Rohan Scott
Course: BA Fashion Design
School: Birmingham City University

Monozukuri by James Thrun

"Monozukuri is an exclusive footwear collection, inspired by the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Japanese armour.

"Blending historical artistry with contemporary design, each piece embodies a vision of innovation and refinement.

"Meticulously crafted, these shoes evoke a sense of 'peerlessness', showcasing ornamental details and intricate craftsmanship that honour Japan's rich heritage.

"Balancing tradition and modernity, this collection offers artisanal skills and innovative design, redefining footwear as a form of wearable art."

Student: James Thrun
Course: BA Footwear Design
School: De Montfort University

Rockpool by Ripley Gosling

"Ripley Gosling is an illustrator from Bristol, UK. Her work focuses on nature, the environment, history, culture and fantasy.

"At heart, Gosling is a storyteller, passionate about creating rich visual narratives, with work ranging across children's books, editorials, artist's books, character design and pattern design.

"Gosling loves using analogue materials to create her work, with an emphasis in watercolour paintings.

"They specialise in creating books with novelty elements and like to experiment with paper folding, cutting and mechanics to create unusual book designs."

Student: Ripley Gosling
Course: BA (Hons) Illustration
School: UWE Bristol

Reef: a visual response through batik and printmaking by Ganisha De Abrew

"Ganisha De Abrew is a British-Sri Lankan illustrator heavily influenced by childhood memories of Sri Lanka, with a focus on the environment and craft techniques like batik and printmaking.

"In this final project, De Abrew responded visually to a novel by Romesh Gunasekera using the above techniques.

"The project aims to offer a brief window into Sri Lankan culture in all its colour and vibrancy."

Student: Ganisha De Abrew
Course: BA Illustration
School: University of Westminster

Home Homeless by Jane Pridham

"Slab-built stoneware with slips, stencils, monoprints and sgraffito. Single fired to 1260֯ degree celsius."

Student: Jane Pridham
Course: BA (Hons) Ceramics
School: Carmarthen School of Art

Orbē by Kiri Lui

"Orbē is for urban dwellers who are seeking a moment of rest and escape. Users can easily book the pod through a mobile app, selecting a nearby available unit and customising interior settings in advance.

"Once the vehicle arrives, it welcomes the user into a private, calming space designed for relaxation."

Student: Kiri Lui
Course: BA (Hons) Product Design
School: Ravensbourne University London

The Ink Club by Emily Gentle

"The project centres on the transformation of the iconic Printworks building in London into an exclusive private members club named The Ink Club.

"Once the largest printing facility in Western Europe, and home to major newspapers such as The Evening Standard, the Daily Mail and the Metro, Printworks has since evolved into a world-renowned venue for culture, nightlife and hybrid events.

"Although currently closed and awaiting redevelopment, I have chosen to reimagine the space with a focus on preserving its industrial heritage.

"The proposed concept repurposes two floors of the building to create a luxurious and intimate club environment, incorporating a reception area, pool and bar, lounge and bar, bedroom suite and a hidden speakeasy bar to provide a unique and memorable experience.

"By blending the site's rich historical identity with contemporary design, The Ink Club offers a new lease of life to the Printworks legacy, establishing it as a distinctive cultural and social destination in London."

Student: Emily Gentle
Course: BA (Hons) Interior Design
School: Southampton Solent University

Wall Light by Alex Holden

"In a fusion of cutting-edge innovation and masterful craftsmanship, students from the Rycotewood BA (Hons) Furniture Design and Make programme recently partnered with global hardware pioneers Häfele to create a striking series of lighting-led furniture pieces.

"Alex Holden delivered a bold and ambitious wall-mounted centrepiece with a 900 millimetre solid ash frame encasing an intricately veneered panel.

"Behind it, a motorised stencil causes light to flicker through the surface, creating an entrancing kinetic display – more artwork than object."

Student: Alex Holden
Course: BA (Hons) Furniture
School: Activate Learning, Rycotewood

Take Your Pick – A Family Mealtime Game by Jack Gilmore

"Take Your Pick is a family mealtime game designed to be played around the dinner table, away from screens. It makes mealtimes fun, encourages conversation and motivates children to eat.

"The game blends naturally into family dinners – it is easy to learn, exciting to play and features engaging gameplay and tactics. Perfect for family members of all ages!"

Student: Jack Gilmore
Course: Arts University Bournemouth
School: School of Design and Architecture

Luna Aerator by Yuet Min Lim

"Inspired by Song Dynasty rituals of offering incense to the moon, Luna Aerator reimagines this cultural tradition as a home incense holder.

"The design features two small fans that circulate the incense while softly illuminating the base, creating a meditative and atmospheric experience."

Student: Yuet Min Lim
Course: Product and Furniture Design
School: Chelsea College of Art

Partnership content

This school show is a partnership between Dezeen and New Designers. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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