Design Diary - January 2012

Design, antiques and arts events in London and across the UK. Make sure you don't miss out.

Adams Antiques Fair (8 Jan), Horticultural Hall, Elverton St, London SW1 - The biggest monthly antiques fair in central London. www.adamsantiquesfairs.com

Home (15-17 Jan), Earls Court, London - Running alongside the well-established trade gift and accessories show Top Drawer is a brand new homeware show aimed at buyers, retailers and interior designers. It promises thousands of new products from over 170 brands. Plus a line-up of seminars. www.home-london.net

London Art Fair (18-22 January), Business Design Centre, Islington N1 -
Galleries from across the UK and overseas will present the work of over 1,000 artists covering the period from the early 20th century to the present. You will see museum quality British art as well as contemporary work from leading figures and emerging talent. www.londonartfair.co.uk

The National Fine Art & Antiques Fair (18-22 Jan), NEC, Birmingham - In association with LAPADA, around 100 leading dealers from across the UK present for sale exhibits spanning 2000 years. All items are carefully vetted to ensure authenticity and quality. www.thenationalfair.co.uk

Paris Deco Off (19-23 Jan) - 50 interior design showrooms all over Paris preview their new collections. www.paris-deco-off.com

Indigo Paris Home (19 -20 Jan), Bourse de Commerce, Paris - Indigo, the trade show for textile design and creation, is launching a new edition for the home. www.indigo-salon.com

Maison et Objet /Maison et Objet Editeurs/Scenes d'Interieur(20-24 Jan), Paris-Nord Villepinte, Paris - The top French fabric and home accessory shows for trade visitors. www.maison-objet.com

Colefax & Fowler Sale (20 Jan), The Royal Horticultural Halls, Lawrence Hall, Greycoat Street, London SW1 - A one day only sale with up to 70% off fabrics and wallpapers (open 10am-5pm). www.colefax.com

Interiors UK (22-25 Jan), NEC Birmingham -This show claims to be the UK's largest interiors trade exhibition. Source furniture, lighting, flooring, fabrics, soft furnishings and accessories for retail and contract markets from leading manufacturers and suppliers. www.interiorsuk.com

The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair (24-29 Jan), The Marquee, Battersea Park, SW11 - More than 140 exhibitors under one roof at this popular and inspiring fair, which interior designer and private buyers visit for antiques, 20th century design, works of art and pictures, decorative accessories and collectors' items from the 17th century to the present day. www.decorativefair.com

Craigie Aitchison Sale (26 Jan), Bloomsbury Auctions, 24 Maddox St, London W1 - A sale of props that inspired the artist's work (paintings & photographs, models, dolls, furniture) along with pieces of his work. The lots will be on view beforehand at the London Art Fair (see above). www.bloomsburyauctions.com

Luxury Antiques and Fine Art Fair (27-29 Jan), Harewood, near Leeds, West Yorkshire - Art and antiques from 30 dealers, all members of the BADA or LAPADA, the UK's two professional antiques associations. And while you're there, visit the 100 acre garden by Capability Brown. www.adfl.co.uk

Interior Design Sale (Sat 28 Jan, Mon 30 Jan-Fri 3 Feb), Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, London SW10 - Up to 75% off selected fabrics and wallcoverings, furniture, lighting, accessories, carpets and rugs. It's open to the public as well. For more information call 020-7225 9166 or www.dcch.co.uk

January 2012