Curated Connection: Polish Design Across London : Chapter 1

Location: Moroso London Showroom, 7-15, Rosebery Avenue, London EC1R 4SP

Dates: Launched 20 May 2025, as part of Clerkenwell Design Week , Part of: UK/Poland Season 2025

Project Overview:

Curated Connection: Chapter 1 is a celebration of Polish creativity and craftsmanship, showcasing innovative design at the Moroso London Showroom. This chapter is the first in a three-part series spotlighting Polish design, organized in collaboration with Moroso and aligned with the UK/Poland Season 2025. The exhibition features a curated selection of designers and artists whose works explore the intersection of tradition, innovation, and sustainability. Through bold forms, experimental materials, and rich cultural narratives,

Chapter 1, invites visitors to experience the depth and diversity of contemporary Polish design.

Exhibition Highlights

  • Living with Colours Talk: A panel discussion featuring Justyna Fatdzinska, Giorgia Zanellato, and Laura Perryman, moderated by Pip Rich, exploring the role of colour in contemporary design.

  • Glass Artistry: Agnieszka Bar's glass objects invite reflection and reconnection through the quiet strength of her material.

  • Ceramic Innovation: Malwina Konopacka's ceramics celebrate creativity, craft, and colour, offering a playful yet profound experience.

  • TAFLA Mirrors: Zieta Studio's innovative mirrors showcase the transformation of materials and the interplay of light and space.

Collaboration with Moroso On&On Designs collaborated with Moroso to curate this exhibition, highlighting the synergy between Polish creativity and Moroso's commitment to innov design.

Curated Connection: Polish Design Across London, Chapter 2 - Second Skin

Location: Mint Gallery, 3-5 Duke Street,, London W1U 3ED

Dates: 13 September - 9 November 2025, Part of: UK/Poland Season 2025 and London, Design Festival

Project Overview:

The project continues the exploration of experimental and unconventional practices in contemporary Polish design. Held at Mint Gallery, this chapter features the work of Aleksander Onisz, Formsophy, Kaska Harasym, and Marek Bimer, each presenting their London debut. The exhibition delves into how designers engage with global conversations while staying rooted in their heritage, transforming materials and narratives into evocative, transformative experiences.

Exhibition Highlights

  • Sustainability and Innovation: Kaska
    Harasym's glass art redefines upcycling, turning discarded materials into emotionally resonant pieces.

  • Craftsmanship and Play: Aleksander Onisz's furniture highlights the beauty of wood's natural behavior, combining precision with spontaneity.

  • Nature and Form: Marek Bimer's organic sculptures create an interplay of light and space, evoking a sense of ethereal atmosphere.

  • Material Stories: Formsophy's objects serve as a "second skin," connecting viewers to the essence of material and form through narrative-driven design.