The Design Museum at 224–238 Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG, explores architecture, fashion, graphics, product design and other forms of contemporary design. Its permanent collection display Designer Maker User and other free displays require no ticket, while paid exhibitions are separately ticketed.
Quick facts
- Best for: contemporary design, architecture and product design, short focused visits
- Known for: Designer Maker User, architecture, fashion, graphics and product design
Why it ranks
It ranks as the most focused design museum in this guide because its free Designer Maker User collection concentrates on how objects are conceived, made and used, while its changing paid exhibitions add fashion, architecture and contemporary design themes. A typical one-to-two-hour visit also suits weekend itineraries better than the larger encyclopedic museums.
Location and links
- Address: 224–238 Kensington High Street, London, W8 6AG
- Official website
Service area and category
- City: London
- Region: England
- Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Museum
Editorial summary
The Design Museum at 224–238 Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG, explores architecture, fashion, graphics, product design and other forms of contemporary design. Its permanent collection display Designer Maker User and other free displays require no ticket, while paid exhibitions are separately ticketed.