Society News
The society promotes and supports the work of creative thinkers, designers and makers who continue to innovate in the crafts through their exploration of materials and skills.
SDC In Conversation: The Craft of Less - Designing for Longevity
As part of London Design Festival 2026, join the Society of Designer Craftsmen and Fleet Street Quarter on Wednesday 16 September at 5.30pm for an inspiring evening of ideas, making and meaningful conversation.
New Designers Partner Prize: Outstanding Innovation in Craft & Design
SDC is delighted to welcome new member and award winner Phil Berczuk LSDC
Handmade in Britain/SDC Partner Prize
SDC is delighted to welcome two new members, Sandra Young and Côme Roumegouxy who are award winners for 'Outstanding Innovation in Craft & Design' & 'Outstanding Emerging Designer-Maker' at Handmade Oxford 2026.
King’s Birthday Honours 2026 - MBE
SDC Honorary Fellow, Diana Springall FRSA has been awarded MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026 for services to Arts and Crafts.
Society of Designer Craftsmen appoints new President
The Society of Designer Craftsmen is pleased to announce the election of Professor Geoffrey Crossick MBE as its new President.
Future Icons Selects 2026
Future Icons Selects returns to LCW for its fourth edition at 83 Rivington Street in Shoreditch. Running for seven days in May, the exhibition will present the work of more than 40 emerging and established artisans, including four SDC members.
Society is seeking a new Treasurer
We are now seeking a skilled, articulate and committed individual to work alongside the Board of Trustees to consolidate on the excellent work undertaken so far, and alongside other trustees, help take the charity to the next level.
Collect 2026
We had a wonderful time presenting 'Uncommon Ground' at Collect 2026. If you weren’t able to visit us in person, you can learn more and explore the full exhibition catalogue here.