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Clerkenwell Design Week 2026

Billi at CDW.
19–21 May

Two exclusive keynote sessions at our Clerkenwell showroom. Intimate events, limited to just 20 places each.

Limited spots — enquire now to secure your place

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Keynote Sessions

Each session includes a 30-minute keynote, 15-minute Q&A, followed by a project clinic with the keynote speaker and a member of the Billi spec team. Strictly limited to 20 attendees.

Katy Deacon
Tuesday 19th May

Katy Deacon

Chartered Engineer • Vice President of the IET • Founder, Towards Belonging Ltd

Designing Beyond DDA Compliance: How Accessibility Shapes Wellbeing in the Built Environment

Following her MS diagnosis in 2012, Katy founded Towards Belonging Ltd and developed BelongifAI — a pioneering tool using AI and VR to help architects master Part M4(2) and (3) standards. Supported by the Royal Academy of Engineering, she bridges the gap between the technical industry and disabled communities. A Visiting Professor at Huddersfield and Aston Universities, Katy doesn’t just advocate for inclusive design — she creates the technology that makes it a reality.

30 min keynote + 15 min Q&A + Project Clinic with Katy & a member of the Billi spec team
Only 10 places available
Michael Pawlyn — photo credit Kelly Hill Photography
Wednesday 20th May

Michael Pawlyn

Architect • Writer • Founder, Exploration Architecture

Invisible Architecture: Designing for The Planet

Michael Pawlyn is a leading expert in regenerative design and biomimicry. Central to the team that designed the Eden Project, he established Exploration Architecture in 2007 to focus on high-performance buildings and circular economy solutions. His TED talk has had over 2 million views and his book Biomimicry in Architecture remains the publisher’s best-selling title of the last fifteen years. In 2019 he co-initiated ‘Architects Declare’ — now signed by over 8,000 firms across 28 countries.

30 min keynote + 15 min Q&A + Project Clinic with Michael & a member of the Billi spec team
Only 10 places available

What to Expect

Each session follows a structured format designed to maximise value for architects, designers and workplace consultants. Arrive, learn, consult, connect.

1
Keynote & Q&A

A 30-minute presentation from a leading industry voice, followed by 15 minutes of audience Q&A.

2
Project Clinic

Bring a drawing or query and get practical advice on placement, sustainability data or compliance needs.

3
Networking

Connect with fellow professionals over drinks. Photography and video captured for post-event content.

4
Billi Tour

Explore Billi’s latest products and innovations at our Clerkenwell showroom.

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“ It’s refreshing when you find a company that truly cares about you as a person and doesn’t just treat you as a number. I would not hesitate to recommend Billi UK — 5 star service. ”

Register Your Interest

Places are limited to 20 per session. Register your interest and we’ll be in touch to confirm your place.

  • Exclusive keynote sessions with industry leaders
  • Hands-on project clinic with Billi’s spec team
  • Product tour of our Clerkenwell showroom
  • Networking with fellow professionals

Who it’s for: Architects, Interior Designers, Specifiers & Workplace Consultants

Location: Billi Showroom, Clerkenwell, London

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Part of the Festival

Clerkenwell Design Week 2026

The UK’s leading independent design festival returns to London’s creative quarter — three days of talks, showroom openings, installations and new product launches.

Dates 19–21 May 2026
Location Clerkenwell, London
Festival 13th Edition
Visit the CDW Website clerkenwelldesignweek.com