Why Visit?

Experience fresh thinking, practical insights and real design intelligence from leaders shaping the UK’s workplace landscape

Workspace Design Show brings together the UK’s architects, designers, occupiers, developers and workplace practitioners to explore new ideas, discover products and make meaningful connections. Across four content stages and 140+ speakers, you’ll hear from Sheppard Robson, HOK, Peldon Rose, Sanofi, Colliers, MCM Architecture, Gensler, Area and many more shaping how workplaces evolve.

On the show floor, you’ll find 500+ products across furniture, lighting, acoustics, flooring, materials and workplace technology, with leading brands such as König + Neurath, Pedrali, Sedus, Interface, Forbo, Tarkett and others unveiling their latest solutions.

The show also features immersive design installations created by Gensler, Peldon Rose, The Furniture Practice, Kvadrat, M Moser, bringing the year’s theme Connected Realities to life through physical and digital experiences. Plus, join us for the Workspace Design Awards and Networking Party, where we will celebrate the world’s most creative workplace design projects.

Free to attend for trade professionals, the event takes place 25–26 February 2026 at the Business Design Centre, making it the UK’s essential workplace design event for anyone shaping the spaces where we work and collaborate.

Event highlights

Thought leadership from 135+ speakers

The conferences at Workspace Design Show offers a series of engaging and informative discussions that explore the latest trends, insights, and strategies in workplace design and culture.

Entrance to the show designed by Sheppard Robson

ID:SR, a studio of interior design specialist and architects that has grown out of Sheppard Robson, created an inviting and immersive arrival experience at the Workplace Design Show in the Entrance Feature. Visitors embarked on a journey through a playful zone with animated silhouettes, reflective surfaces and natural textures, emphasising wellbeing and feeling.

Sense of Space by Hoare Lea

Hoare Lea’s mixed-media showcase explored how different sensory environments impact our mental and physical wellbeing, and what we can do to regain agency and health amidst the bustle of everyday life.

Insights Lounge by Ryder Interiors

The Occupiers Forum: The View From HQ provided invaluable client-side insights on the future of the workplace and for 2025, was designed by Ryder Interiors and sponsored by furniture consultancy Umbrella. Drawing inspiration from the coast, the practice explored how sensory experiences evoke memories and emotions.

Moodboard Contest Area designed by Peldon Rose

The ever-popular Mood Board Contest invites participants to dive into the world of workplace design through a personal exploration of materials, textures, and colours.

Design Talks Lounge designed by Gensler

The Design Talks Area, sponsored by furniture consultancy Umbrella, delivered in partnership with global design practice Gensler, bringing the commercial interior design industry’s most inspiring and creative leaders together to explore the latest trends and insights in workplace design, strategy and culture.

Material Bank Library

This library offered a curated selection of materials designed to elevate projects, whether for bespoke residential interiors or dynamic commercial spaces.

The ReClaimed Lounge and Bar by M Moser Associates

M Moser Associates designed the Visitors Lounge, with a ‘Reclaimed’ concept that reconstructed surplus materials into a sensory environment, providing a space to touch down during the day and transforming into a space to host drinks for the Workspace Design Show party.

FIS Innovation Awards

In partnership with the Workspace Design Show, the Finishes & Interiors Sector (FIS) presented the FIS Innovation Awards.

Workspace Design Show Party

This exclusive event provides the perfect opportunity for attendees to unwind, network, and celebrate.

Talks at Workspace Design Show

Workspace Design Talks

This two-day conference features expert insights, case studies, and future-facing ideas from leading organisations. From healthy offices to wellbeing, from circular thinking to net zero targets from hospitality in the workplace to culture and change management, join the thinkers and doers who are redefining the future of workplace design.

Occupiers Forum: The View from HQ

Sustainability Talks is a series of talks, discussions and interviews, bringing together a selection of key figures behind the workplace market’s leading sustainable initiatives and projects. Hear from leading figures at GSK, PENSON, Perkins&Will, BDG architecture + design, MCM, Oxygen, HLW, AECOM and many more.

Sustainability Talks

The Occupiers Forum offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people shaping the future of the workplace — the end-users and occupiers who are driving real change within their organisations. These professionals play a vital role in bridging design, strategy, and employee experience. From the role of the modern workplace to designing for impact, from sustainable initiatives to workspaces to fall in love with, and from diversity & inclusivity to engaging experiences, join workplace leaders as they explore key themes in workplace culture and strategy.

FIS Conference

Workspace Design Show partners with the FIS, the not for profit representative body for the £10 billion finishes and interiors sector in the UK. The organisation exists to support its members, improve safety, minimise risk, enhance productivity and drive innovation in the sector. The FIS Conference offers a series of panel discussions, revealing the latest industry thinking from the finishes and interiors sector. Speakers include experts from organisations such as Foster + Partners, tp bennett, Houses of Parliament, Ambit, BW Interiors, Thirdway and GPE.

Meet the Exhibitors

Who Attends Workspace Design Show?

Workspace Design Show brings together a dynamic community of professionals who are shaping the future of the workplace. From architects and interior designers to facilities managers, workplace strategists, consultants, and end-user occupiers, the show attracts a wide spectrum of voices from across the built environment.

Attendees include both seasoned leaders and emerging talent, all looking to stay ahead of the curve on workplace trends and innovations.

Whether you’re looking to network with industry peers, gain fresh insights from experts, or source new products and solutions to elevate your projects, Workspace Design Show offers a unique platform for connection, learning, and discovery.

Please note: this is a business-focused event, open exclusively to trade professionals.

“I find the Workspace Design Show vital for staying informed on industry innovations, including new suppliers, products, materials, and finishes. It’s a hub for inspiring talks and a source of invaluable information and inspiration. I encourage professionals to attend for a burst of creativity and to discover unseen products in the market.”

Olivia Saxen, Workplace Design Lead, MYO for Landsec

“The Workspace Design
Show is significant for the UK, filling a long-missed gap for a workplace-centric event. It’s become a cornerstone for the industry, offering a comprehensive look at the supply chain, materials, products, and engaging speakers. This show is crucial for maintaining the UK’s vibrant workspace community.”

Matt Jackson, CEO of BDG architecture + design

“I have found the Workspace Design Show to be an invaluable platform. It allows us to showcase our recent product developments and solutions, directly engaging with industry professionals. The feedback and insights we gain from potential clients are immediate and enlightening. The event has attracted a significant attendance, including both local and international customers and clients, highlighting its importance as a bustling hub for industry networking and exchange.”

Jose Hamp, Sales Director UK, Ireland, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, Modulyss

“The Workspace Design Show is indispensable, bringing together service providers and occupiers and fostering thought leadership. It’s an excellent platform for collaboration, sharing new ideas, and discussing industry challenges and opportunities.”

Sarah-Jane Osborne, Head of Workplace UK and Europe at Avison Young

“The Workspace Design Show is a dynamic gathering that unites professionals around the evolving landscape of workplace design. I have been visiting frequently and it has allowed me to witness its evolution and the growing interest in ‘planting’— an innovative aspect within work environments. This trend underscores the importance of staying abreast with what’s leading in workplace design thinking. The show’s diverse panel discussions, led by distinguished speakers on compelling topics, are particularly enriching. The Workspace Design Show also has comprehensive blend of exhibits spanning various office concepts beyond mere furniture, addressing workplace trends, sustainability, and tackling pressing industry challenges. It’s an invaluable platform for gaining insights, exploring innovative solutions, and engaging deeply with the current and future states of our sector.”

Lydia Randall, Director - Head of Sustainability at BDG architecture + design

“I have had the opportunity to speak on sustainability at the Workspace Design Show. This event is crucial for bringing together various facets of our industry, including furniture, new technological solutions, and notably, sustainability. I highly recommend the Workspace Design Show as a source of inspiration. It offers a chance to engage with influential speakers on intriguing subjects and to explore innovative furniture and design solutions within our field. It’s an ideal venue for professionals looking to be inspired by the latest trends and discussions.”

Alison Grant, Senior Associate at HLW

Attend Workspace Design Show

Workspace Design Show brings together the industry’s leading architects, designers, occupiers, corporate companies, and end-users for two days of sourcing, networking and engaging experiences. Register now to connect directly with the UK’s workplace community and experience the region’s most inspiring event dedicated to workplace interiors.