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In October, Berkeley Square becomes the epicentre of design excellence as PAD London returns to Mayfair with its unmistakable blend of sophistication and curatorial flair.
Founded in 2007, the fair has earned its place as the United Kingdom’s foremost event dedicated to 20th-century and contemporary design. It brings together an international roster of leading galleries, offering a dialogue between eras, disciplines, and aesthetics — from mid-century icons to the most daring voices in modern design.
What distinguishes PAD is its spirit of connoisseurship. Here, art, design, and craftsmanship meet in carefully composed environments where historical pieces converse effortlessly with contemporary works. Exhibitors such as Thierry Lemaire present the timeless refinement of the French decorative tradition, while Galerie Melissa Paul introduces sculptural and functional creations that redefine the boundaries of design.
The fair’s setting on Berkeley Square mirrors its character: intimate yet cosmopolitan, refined yet alive with discovery. Collectors, curators, and design enthusiasts gather not only to acquire but to engage — in conversations about form, heritage, and innovation.
More than an exhibition, PAD London is a statement of taste and vision, a place where the past informs the present and where design continues to evolve as an expression of culture and artistry.
