(UK) – [d]arc media is pleased to confirm that its partnership with Clerkenwell Design Week will continue into 2026, with the return of the much-anticipated [d]arc thoughts talks programme from the 19-21 May. 

As part of the lighting exhibition at the historic House of Detention, [d]arc media will once again host a three-day programme of talks, bringing together leading voices from across lighting, interiors and architecture. With planning now underway, the editorial team is inviting speaker suggestions and topic ideas from the design community. 

With Clerkenwell Design Week’s audience largely made up of interior designers and interior architects, the programme aims to address the lighting conversations that matter most right now. We want to hear what you would like to understand better, explore in greater depth, or see discussed more openly within the context of lighting and the built environment. 

For lighting designers, this is also an opportunity to help shape the dialogue. What knowledge is most valuable to share with the interior community? Which conversations feel timely, important, or overdue? How can we better bridge the gap between disciplines and encourage meaningful knowledge exchange? All ideas, recommendations and expressions of interest are welcome. 

Those wishing to be considered as a speaker should email Helen Ankers via h.ankers@mondiale.co.uk. 

The [d]arc thoughts programme continues to provide a platform for insight-led discussion, critical thinking and cross-disciplinary collaboration, and arc media looks forward to shaping another compelling edition in partnership with Clerkenwell Design Week. 

See some of our previous talks at CDW via www.arc-magazine.com/category/industry/arc-tv