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During the London Design Festival, we're spotlighting up-and-coming Hackney brand, Uncommon Ancestor.

Our neighbour, global creative agency Mother, reflects on two decades in Shoreditch and the evolution of the neighbourhood they call home.

In its successful London debut, SXSW brought the energy in a five-day festival consisting of everything from mentoring sessions to live music, set across Shoreditch’s most iconic venues.

Last month, Redchurch Street burst into colour with Threads on Redchurch, a striking aerial installation made up of hundreds of floating ribbons, each one tied by a local resident, visitor or business

The building's bold look comes from a simple, repeating pattern that adds depth and variation.

It’s an eclectic mix of some of the best independent shops, cafes, eateries, and services in the city, yet still manages to feel like a small, close-knit community.

This September, London Mural Festival will be back with hundreds of murals to explore, from some of the world's best street artists.

The Owl and Pussycat, with its old-world charm and storied walls, became the gathering place for a new wave of artists, designers, and musicians.

Explore London Design Festival’s edgiest hotspot, 14th – 22nd September. From emerging artists hosting small talks, to your favourite museums putting on fascinating exhibitions.