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Reflections, Connections and Looking Ahead
Highlights from Beyond Blueprints, Gubns Directory, Upcoming Events, Jobs
Jesslyn
December 06, 2024
Hi there,
It’s been a little while since our last newsletter but we’re happy to keep your inbox uncluttered, with this being the last one for the year.
A major highlight has been the Beyond Blueprints pop-up exhibition, co-hosted with Of Architecture for both the London Design & Open City Festival. From the open call and curation process to the weekend activities, all the pieces came together in the end: 12 architect-makers showcased original artworks that revealed how 2D perspectives translates into 3D craftsmanship. We’re so proud and grateful to everyone who contributed and came to support this team effort!
If you’re looking for unique gifts this holiday, skip the shopping malls and major retailers—consider supporting independent designers and small businesses instead. Shop our limited edition collection here.
Highlights from the Taster
We also want to give a shout-out to Matter at Hand and Sanko Tea for hosting an unforgettable sensory experience. These tastemakers paired artisanal ice cream flavours with curated tea mocktails, blending culinary craft with design. Give them a follow on Instagram to see what they get up to next.
Gubns Directory: Connecting Talent with Opportunities
This year, we’ve received several requests from people looking for unique design solutions, commissions and bespoke services—whether from architects, furniture designers or other creatives. To meet this growing demand, we’re launching the Gubns Directory, comprising our growing network of architect-makers.
If you’d like to be considered for commissions, custom work or job openings, fill out the form here. If you’re someone in need of a designer or bespoke help, sign up as well and we’ll see if we have the right person for you. Gubns will help facilitate these connections and only take a small commission if the work is secured. Most times, finding work or the perfect fit is all about who you know!
Work Opportunities:
Position | Start Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
MEP BIM Intern | From January 2025 for 3-months, then rolling | TBA depending on experience |
Junior/Mid-Tier Interior Architect | Immediate | £30-38k, London-based, part-time or full |
Send your CV with the role you’d like to be considered for. We’ll share it with the person hiring and do a soft intro if there’s a match, then let you take it from there.
Coming Up, From the Makers:
 | Artist Talk in Dalston Tonight, from 7-9pm join a talk at gallery Pocko, with designers exploring the vulnerabilities of creation, delving into the concepts that shape works before completion. Ft. Sarmad Suhail. More details here. |
 | Alejandra Rojas’ Show in NYC |
 | Lueder Market at Stokey Tomorrow Dec 7th from 6-10pm, stop by the old church in Stoke Newington N16 9ES with special guest Body Amplification Devices. £6 on the door, more details here. |
 | Minor Detail at Cluster Contemporary Jewellery Fair Join Minor Detail for a private viewing at Protein Studios in Shoreditch on Dec 13th from 6-9pm, showcasing unique and stunning contemporary jewelry creations. RSVP here. |
 | Vessel of Light’s Thursday Throwing Classes Every Thursday evening, Vessel of Light hosts intimate beginner throwing classes in Dalston. Learn the basics of wheel-throwing and create your first pottery piece. Book your spot here. |
Enjoy the holidays! Any questions, suggestions or ideas, just hit ‘reply’. 🖤
See you next year,
Jesslyn x