PAD London — Sculpture, Substance and the Sublime.

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, PAD London is an exclusive and intimate destination 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 objets 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 Aequō, 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 Slavov’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 mesmerised with its soft, diffused glow—more portal than mere reflection.

As the evening wound down and the crowd thinned, people-watching reached its peak—chic effortless types drifting by, warm smiles from the Aequō team, Brian O’Sullivan and partner radiating calm sophistication, and a perfectly-timed entrance moment with none other than Pierre Yovanovitch at the front door. From sculptural statements to quietly powerful pieces, each work left its mark, proving that great design isn’t just seen; it’s felt. Until next time—here’s to living, breathing and occasionally obsessing over texture, form and functional art.

xxx ADC

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Francesco Perini for Gallery FUMI
Nucleo wall cabinet by Francesco Perini for Gallery FUMI (2024), Oak and brass.
Photography by Jacopo Bille

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Francesco Perini for Gallery FUMI
A peek inside Francesco Perini’s studio.
Photography by Jacopo Bille

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Boris Brucher for Aequō
Pila screen with illustration by Boris Brucher for Aequō (2023), Silver inlay on casted metal alloy.
Photography by Sahil Behal

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Boris Brucher for Aequō
Pila screen with illustration by Boris Brucher for Aequō (2023), Silver inlay on casted metal alloy.
Photography by Sahil Behal

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Bryan O’Sullivan Collection
Aura mirror by Bryan O’Sullivan (2023), Cast brass with illuminated cast glass elements.                                                              Photography by Giulio Ghirardi

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Linde Freya Tangelder for Aequō
Slabs low table by Linde Freya Tangelder (2023), German silver, teak and brass.

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Linde Freya Tangelder for Aequō
Slabs low table by Linde Freya Tangelder (2023), German silver, teak and brass.

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Linde Freya Tangelder for Aequō
Slabs mirror by Linde Freya Tandelder (2023), Brass and teak.

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Linde Freya Tangelder for Aequō
Slabs mirror by Linde Freya Tandelder (2023), Brass and teak.

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Kelly Wearstler for Aequō
Traditional bronze casting and glass enamelling processes, reimagined with a contemporary outlook.

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Kelly Wearstler for Aequō
Traditional bronze casting and glass enamelling processes, reimagined with a contemporary outlook.

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Kelly Wearstler for Aequō
Traditional bronze casting and glass enamelling processes, reimagined with a contemporary outlook.

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Vladimir Slavov for Objects With Narratives
Chandelier by Vladimir Slavov (2024), Cast bronze and LED
Photography by Axel Verhalle en Tiel Bemelmans

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Vladimir Slavov for Objects With Narratives
Chandelier by Vladimir Slavov (2024), Cast bronze and LED
Photography by Axel Verhalle en Tiel Bemelmans