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Sackler funding secured for New Design Museum
The Dr Mortimer & Theresa Sackler Foundation has pledged a generous gift to the new development of the Design Museum it was announced today. The funds will be used to create a library as part of the museum’s new home at the former Commonwealth Institute in Kensington.
Plans unveiled to create world's leading Design Museum in London
The Design Museum today unveiled plans to create the world’s leading museum of design and architecture at the former Commonwealth Institute building in Kensington, London. Designs for the site have been produced by two of the world’s most innovative architectural practices: John Pawson has redesigned the interior of the Grade 2* listed building and OMA has planned the surrounding residential development.
Designs of the Year 2012 - Nominations Announced
The longlist for the fifth annual Designs of the Year Awards are announced. Showcasing a year in design, the 2012 longlist is a celebration of the best in global designs. Industry experts have nominated innovative and engaging designs across seven categories: Architecture, Digital, Fashion, Furniture, Graphics, Product and Transport.
