Irish Craft Takes the Spotlight at Collect 2026 in London
Ireland’s contemporary craft scene is set for a major international moment as Design & Crafts Council Ireland returns to Collect 2026 with a fresh, curated showcase at Somerset House. While the event speaks directly to collectors, curators and design professionals, it also resonates with anyone inspired by luxury design Ireland, where material quality, storytelling and refined making continue to shape modern interiors.
This year, DCCI presents 16 Irish designer makers under the theme Four Seasons, exploring seasonal rhythms through ceramics, textiles, glass, furniture, metalwork and jewellery. The exhibition places Irish creativity on a global platform and highlights how craftsmanship influences interior design Ireland, designer interiors Ireland and the wider conversation around luxury interiors Ireland.
How Collect 2026 Elevates Luxury Design Ireland
Held at Somerset House in London from 26 February to 1 March 2026, Collect is one of the most respected international fairs for contemporary craft and design. More than 40 galleries and collectives, representing over 400 living makers, will gather from across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas and the Middle East.
For specifiers, collectors and interior designers Ireland, fairs like Collect are a vital source of inspiration. They reveal how handcrafted objects can enrich luxury home design Ireland, from sculptural ceramics to bespoke furniture and collectible lighting.
Featured Irish Makers to Watch
- Mary Palmer, textiles, Cork
- Seliena Coyle, mixed materials and jewellery, Derry
- Andrea Spencer, glass, Antrim
- John Lee, furniture and woodwork, Meath
- Zelouf & Bell, furniture and woodwork, Laois
- Mike Byrne, Noel Donnellan and Hugo Byrne, all bringing strong material-led practices from Limerick
Why Irish Craft Matters to Interior Design Ireland
DCCI’s presentation reflects a growing appreciation for authenticity, tactility and enduring design values. These are the same qualities driving demand for luxury design Ireland, bespoke interior design Ireland and high-end residential spaces with character.
As Irish makers gain further international recognition, their influence on luxury home interiors Ireland and contemporary collecting will only deepen. Collect 2026 is more than an exhibition; it is a statement about the strength, innovation and global relevance of Irish design. For anyone following luxury design Ireland, this is a showcase worth watching.
—– Image Courtesy – DCCI
