Detail of Francesco Perini's wall cabinet for Gallery FUMI, exhibited at PAD London 2024.

Objects of Desire at PAD London

Courtesy of Gallery FUMI

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, PAD London is where art, design, and collectible craftsmanship collide in the most effortless, intoxicating way.

A haven for the aesthetically inclined, 2024 was a masterclass in curation—think museum worthy objet d’art, boundary pushing contemporary design, and antiques.

It’s a place where past and present mingle over perfectly patinated surfaces, where design lovers, collectors, and the creatively curious gather to revel in the unexpected.

A feast for the design obsessed, with certain pieces leaving an indelible mark including Francesco Perini’s Nucleo wall cabinet for Gallery FUMI—a masterclass in texture and form, its raw, sculptural presence redefining functional art.

Over at Aeqūo, a collectible design gallery referencing India’s history of craftsmanship, Kelly Wearstler’s latest work exuded her signature blend of bold geometry and material alchemy, while Boris Brucher’s Handmade Tale brought an almost poetic fragility, layering craftsmanship with storytelling.

From coffee tables to mirrors, Linde Freya Tangelder’s contribution showcased her knack for architectural forms, transforming everyday materials into quiet, sculptural statements.

Vladimir Salvov’s one-of-a-kind Chandelier for Objects with Narratives played with shadow and reflection, turning illumination into an artful experience. Meanwhile, Bryan O’Sullivan Studio’s Aura Mirror memserised with its soft, diffused glow—more portal than mere reflection.