JOIN THE BEST IN SURFACE MATERIAL INNOVATION 

6000+

visitors

12

hours of CPD accredited content

60

speakers

150+
exhibitors

‘Surface Design Show is a fantastic place to connect with high quality architects and interior designers and to really push the story of your brand and your products. We will definitely be back for 2026’

Matt Robb
Stone Federation
‘Surface Design Show brings energy, the whole sector is thriving, vibrant, forward-looking and 
exciting-it is not like any of the other shows’ ‘As a designer, you cannot afford to miss 
Surface Design Show, it has what you need in order to be future ready in terms of your future 
career and projects’
Alys Bryan
Design Insider
It has been absolutely fantastic here; such a great bunch of people have come’ ‘We are keen to support what you are doing: bringing everyone together; the suppliers, the innovators, the specifiers, we love coming here for inspiration and the people are so nice’ 
Vanessa Champion
Journal of Biophilic Design
‘I visit Surface Design Show every year, I absolutely love it, there are lots of creative suppliers and materials that we use for our projects. I think it is one of the best shows’ ‘Surface Design Show is always full of independent and creative people, opening new ideas, and they use sustainable products’ 
it is definitely worth a visit’ ‘I definitely will be back next year, and every year after!’
Zuzana Phillips
Accanto Interiors

DISCOVER

Why Exhibit?
Why Exhibit?

Exhibit at Surface Design Show, the UK’s leading event for architectural surfaces and material innovation, and connect directly with over 6000 architects, designers and specifiers from practices such as Zaha Hadid Architects, Gensler, WilkinsonEyre and Allies and Morrison. Showcase your products to a highly targeted, specification-led audience, generate high-quality leads, and position your brand at the forefront of the built environment and design industry.


 

Why Visit?
Why Visit?

Visit Surface Design Show, the UK’s leading event for architectural surfaces and material innovation, to discover the latest materials, gain industry insight and connect with a vibrant community of architects and designers. Explore [180+] exhibitors, a dynamic programme of seminars, workshops and installations, and source innovative solutions for your next project.


 

Sustainbility
Sustainability

Sustainability is at the core of Surface Design Show, with SDS recognised as the most sustainable event within the Montgomery Group and a proud participant in the Better Stands initiative, driving more responsible exhibiting practices. Explore our dedicated Sustainability Trail to discover exhibitors and materials leading the way in circular design, low-impact production and future-focused innovation.


 


 

Our Partners

 

 

 

Our Industry Advisors 


 

What did you miss at SDS26?

Day 1 - Highlights

Day 2 - Highlights

FAQs

Surface Design Show is the UK's only exhibition dedicated to surface material innovation. It is the event of choice for architects and designers to see, source and specify the latest and most inspiring internal and external surface materials from over 180 exhibitors.

3-5 February 2026 at London's Business Design Centre. Register for your free pass now.

Business Design Centre
52 Upper St, Islington
London
N1 0QH

Take a look at our 'How to get here' page.

Tuesday 3 February 2026 16:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 4 February 2026 10:00 - 20:00
Thursday 5 February 2026 10:00 - 17:00

Want to attend? Register for your free pass now.

SDS is an event for anyone involved in design, architecture, and the specification of surface materials for both interior and exterior environments.

Yes, Surface Design Show welcomes students. We request that Students do not attend in big groups and are respectful of the show. If you are a student who wants to attend SDS26 register to get your free pass now.

With some incredible Exhibitors signed up so far, Surface Design Show will feature a wide range of materials such as flooring, cladding, natural stone, and innovative surface solutions for both interiors and exteriors.

See the full list of exhibitors here

 

Yes, Surface Design Show 2026 is free to attend. You will need to register for your ticket, you can register for your free pass here. 

To discover new materials, technologies, and design trends that can be used in upcoming projects, from residential to commercial spaces.To explore practical and cutting-edge surface materials that can enhance the durability, aesthetics, and sustainability of their projects. To find inspiration and new materials for the creation of furniture, decorative elements, or other surface-based products. To stay informed about the latest eco-friendly materials and surface solutions that align with green building practices. To gain insights into design trends that can increase the value and appeal of properties by incorporating innovative surface designs. Want to attend? Register for your free pass now.

Yes, you can! We have 12 hours of CPD accredited content planned between 3-5 February 2026 at London's Business Design Centre. Hear from Shepard&, BIID, HOK, Giles Miller Studio. 

Our brand new Show App is available for everyone who has registered to access. 

Use your badge ID found on your badge and create a password. View more about the App and access your download links here

Fill in this simple form, it will take you less than 3 minutes:

Register for free now

Brand new for 2026 we have introduced an interactive new Show App to enhance and improve the show experience for all visitors and exhibitors. Access the app here. Use your badge login as your ID to register.

We also have a brand new stage! Introducing The Workshop Stage

Created off the back of feedback from our design community, this stage give visitors a chance to get hands on with materials in guided workshops. From jewellery making from recycled materials through to introductions to concept and in development materials.