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Dons of Design #10 | Isamu Noguchi

#Culture26.10.21

We look at the work of the Japanese American artist Isamu Noguchi, a giant of the 20th art world, whose Akari lights and coffee table are icons of design.

Tepee sectional sofa by Lucy Kurrein | SCP 2021 Collection

#Culture28.09.21

An overview of the 2021 version of the Tepee sofa by Lucy Kurrein. A design that has been further developed to allow for sectional configurations.

Puffer sofa and armchair by Philippe Malouin | SCP 2021 Collection

#Culture24.09.21

An overview of the Puffer sofa and armchair by Philippe Malouin. Two designs that have been re-engineered for the SCP 2021 Collection.

Woodgate Radius sofa & On Edge side table by Terence Woodgate | SCP 2021 Collection

#Culture22.09.21

We take a look at a design of minimalist beauty which has been in continuous production since 1995, along with a new side table composed of simple geometric forms.

In Conversation with Matthew Hilton

#Balzac 3021.09.21

A film about Matthew Hilton's design practice from 1997, entitled "In Conversation with Matthew Hilton. Made by Chris Eckersley in October 1997.

Bruno chair by Ilse Crawford & Oscar Peña | SCP 2021 Collection

#Culture21.09.21

An overview of the Bruno armchair by Ilse Crawford and Oscar Peña for SCP. A design that acknowledges changes in language of sitting.

Grove & Constructivist tables by Matthew Hilton | SCP 2021 Collection

#Designers20.09.21

An overview of two new SCP products for the 2021 Collection. We look at the Grove and Constructivist tables by Matthew Hilton.

Ishinomaki Laboratory | 10 Years Later

SCP presents a special collection of new furniture, made in collaboration with Ishinomaki Laboratory, the Japanese DIY furniture company founded in the immediate aftermath of the 2011 Great Eastern Japan earthquake and tsunami. This exhibition marks ten years since the disaster, and features a diverse collection of different designs, all made to a strict brief.

SCP 2021 Collection | Overview

#Culture15.09.21

An overview of the new collection, featuring a variety of different furniture typologies for the home and workplace from Matthew Hilton, Studio Ilse, Reiko Kaneko, Lucy Kurrein, Philippe Malouin, Donna Wilson and Terence Woodgate.

London Design Festival 2021

#Events09.09.21

For London Design Festival 2021, a year of renewal, we are delighted to present “All Our Working Lives” at SCP on Curtain Road.

Bower Studios | In Conversation

#Culture01.09.21

Before we headed off for summer, we took the chance to talk to the founders of Bower Studios, the NYC based design famed for their beautiful mirrors. We heard from Daniel Gianella, Jeffrey Renz and Tammer Hijazi about their approach to design, how the pandemic has shaped their business, and what we can expect to see from the company going forward.

Reiko Kaneko Studio Visit

#Culture28.07.21

Reiko Kaneko is ceramicist, designer and educator based in London. We visit her studio to find our about life during the pandemic and her working practice.

Nasim Koerting | In Conversation

#Culture20.07.21

We talk to Nasim Koerting, the Head of Design at The Office Group, to find out her perspective on the future of the workplace.

Abstract Assembly | Donna Wilson

#Culture16.06.21

A further development of the experimental Abstract Assembly project sees the introduction of a series of tabletop size sculptures for the 2021 collection.

Balzac History | 1000 Chairs by Charlotte & Peter Fiell

#Balzac 3020.05.21

Continuing our content celebrating 30 years of the Balzac armchair, we talk to Charlotte & Peter Fiell about the design being included in the first edition of Taschen's influential 1000 Chairs, first published in 1997.

Yinka Ilori | In Conversation

#Culture21.04.21

Yinka Ilori has taken the world of domestic design in his stride, with a confident new homeware collection. SCP's editor, Duncan Riches, talked to him about making ideas reality, the importance of connectivity and how positive role models have shaped his outlook on life.

Balzac 30 | Special Anniversary Edition

#Balzac 3016.04.21

To celebrate thirty years of continuous production, we have released a special anniversary edition of the Balzac armchair. Made in fully sustainable and natural materials, it features a specially commissioned commemorative label.

Balzac 30 | In Conversation with Matthew Hilton & Sheridan Coakley

#Balzac 3031.03.21

Beginning SCP's celebration of 30 years of the Balzac armchair, we talk about the design to Matthew Hilton and SCP founder Sheridan Coakley.

Zeev Aram 1931 - 2021

#Culture24.03.21

We remember the founder and chairman of Aram Designs, who died last week aged 89.

Dons of Design #9 | Lindsey Adelman

#Culture17.03.21

We talk to Lindsey Adelman, a pioneer on the New York design scene, whose mercurial talents tread the line between sculpture, industrial design and poetry.

International Women's Day 2021

#Culture08.03.21

It's #IWD2021 today and we're turning the spotlight on five female designers whose work has been inspiring us lately.

#MyBalzac

#Balzac 3009.02.21

This year marks the 30th anniversary of our Balzac armchair by Matthew Hilton. To accompany our series of events and celebrations, we invite you to share images of your own Balzac with us.

5 Good Reasons To Buy Our Sofas & Armchairs

#SCP Products08.02.21

SCP manufactures 25 upholstery collections, comprising a range of styles of sofas, armchairs, and beds. Each piece is available online in 57 different fabrics and leathers.

Pearson Lloyd Studio Visit

#Culture17.12.20

SCP's Editor Duncan Riches visits designers Luke Pearson and Tom Lloyd at their new studio, to talk about their working practice and approach to design.

Reappraising Peggy

#Designers17.12.20

We reappraise the Peggy Table by Pearson Lloyd for SCP. A table system that features a workbench, standing desk, and numerous different sizes and shapes.

Agnes by Kay & Stemmer

#Culture08.12.20

We review the Agnes collection by Kay & Stemmer for SCP. A range of stand alone shelves, tables and now a coat rack, that have stood the test of time.

One On One With Alex Hellum

#One On One10.11.20

On the occasion of his new window exhibition at SCP, Norwegian born, UK based designer Alex Hellum talked to writer Duncan Riches on Instagram Live.

Dons of Design #8 | Piet Hein Eek

#Culture22.10.20

Dons of Design takes a look at the work of Piet Hein Eek, the Dutch designer and disruptive thinker on a mission to change how the Western World values labour.

One On One | Naoto Fukasawa

#Designers15.10.20

For the launch of the new Pao pendant series, writer Duncan Riches caught up with designer Naoto Fukasawa via Instagram Live.

Daniel Schofield Studio Visit

#Culture06.10.20

On the eve of the London Design Festival, SCP's Editor Duncan Riches visited new SCP designer Daniel Schofield, to find out more about his working practice and approach to life.

Dons of Design #7 | Sir Terence Conran

#Culture02.10.20

A review of the life and work of Sir Terence Conran, one of the most influential personalities on British design scene in the 20th Century.

One On One | Jochen Holz

#Culture01.10.20

To kick off London Craft Week, writer Duncan Riches caught up with Jochen Holz live on Instagram on 30 September. In this 30 minute video chat, the East London based artist told us more about his work and even demonstrated how he makes his pieces in glass

Killing My Darlings by Floris Wubben | SCP 2020 Collection

#Culture21.09.20

We look at an exclusive collection of editions by Studio Floris Wubben, created specially for SCP.

Continuous and Pillar by Faudet Harrison | SCP 2020 Collection

#Culture18.09.20

We take a look at two new versions of the Continuous and Pillar designs by Faudet-Harrison. Launched for London Design Festival 2020.

Jethro and Agnes by Sarah Kay | SCP 2020 Collection

#Culture18.09.20

We take a look at two new products by Sarah Kay for SCP. The Jethro side table and the Agnes coat rack. Launched for LDF 2020.

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