Learning Event Exhibition Tour

Curator Tour of The Nue Black Aesthetic

Enjoy a group tour of the highlights and behind the scenes details of The Nue Black Aesthetic, delivered by the exhibition co-curator Tiya Dahyabhai.

Priority booking for members.

What to expect

The Nue Black Aesthetic is a landmark show celebrating the work of contemporary Black designers whose work shapes the contemporary design industry. Spanning furniture, architecture, fashion and installation, the exhibition unpacks the multifaceted practices of designers who draw directly from identity and culture, build community and those who are redefining design systems far beyond the Black community.

Exhibition in-house curator Tiya Dahyabhai will take the group on a journey, providing unique insights into her process co-curating the show with Charlene Prempeh, working closely with Black designers and the stories behind key objects.

This tour is unmissable for designers, design enthusiasts, students and anyone interested in Black contemporary design.

This event is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access throughout the museum.

Open Code by Mac Collins

Trauma Recovery by Samuel Ross

MARTA by Nifemi Marcus-Bello

NBA Bench by Simone Brewster

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Booking information

Adult: £33

Student/Concession: £32

Members*: £31

*Please note that this benefit only applies to the cardholding Member’s ticket and not those of additional guests. 

Check the Design Museum Academy refunds and cancellations policy.

  • Pre-booking is required as places are limited

  • Individuals can purchase a maximum of 4 tickets. If you require a hearing companion, please add a Carer ticket to your order (free)

  • Suitable Age: 18 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult

  • Assistant dogs are welcome but must be on a lead

Booking information for members:

Please note that we have a new booking system. All Members must now log in to the ticketing platform to book tickets for upcoming events. How to book:

• Click 'Book now’, and this will take you to our new booking platform

• You will be prompted to log in or create an account to complete your booking. Please use the email address registered with your Membership to access Members' discounts and exclusive Members' events

• Choose an event from the drop-down list

• Select the desired tickets, dates and sessions and add them to the cart

• Follow the instructions for checkout and payment

• You will automatically receive an order confirmation email with the details of your booking, along with a PDF with your ticket

• Members don’t need to book tickets for exhibitions and can continue to present their Digital Membership Cards to access exhibitions

If you have any issues, please contact the team at membership@designmuseum.org

For non-members ticketing enquiries, please contact bookings@designmuseum.org

The exhibition

NIGO: From Japan with Love

major exhibition celebrates contemporary Black designers who are reshaping the British design landscape. Discover works spanning furniture, architecture, fashion, and installation, exploring identity, culture, community, and more.

Background image: Born in Flames by Phoebe Collings-James