Capacity

On request

The Design Museum

224-238, Kensington High Street, London, England, W8 6AG

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Corporate Events at The Design Museum

The Design Museum is a corporate event venue that is creative, polished, and immediately memorable. Set inside a landmark Grade II listed building overlooking Holland Park, the venue’s modernist design and facilities are perfect for conferences, product launches, awards nights, gala dinners, executive meetings, and brand activations.

The Atrium is the standout, with its dramatic roofline, grand staircase, and open balconies creating serious impact for larger events. For more focused programmes, the museum also offers contemporary galleries, private lounges, meeting rooms, and a purpose-built auditorium, with options to add exhibition access, guided tours, or exclusive museum hire.

The Design Museum highlights:

• Design-led events• Iconic Atrium space• Museum exclusivity• Holland Park outlooks• Creative event backdrop

Event types supported

Awards Night

Christmas Party

Conference

Corporate Party

Function

Gala Dinner

Meeting

Networking Event

Seminar

Venue details

Standing

Up to 750 guests

Spaces at this venue

750

PAX

Atrium

Wi-Fi Air conditioning +2 more

220

PAX

Helene and Johannes Huth Gallery

Wi-Fi Projector +2 more

202

PAX

Bakala Auditorium

Wi-Fi Projector +2 more

120

PAX

Sachs Family Park Room

Wi-Fi Audiovisual (AV) equipment +1 more

PAX

Chumsri and Luqman Lounge

Wi-Fi Air conditioning +1 more

PAX

Ulm & Bauhaus Rooms

Wi-Fi Flatscreen TV +4 more

Frequently asked questions

What is an event at The Design Museum like?

Events at The Design Museum take place within one of London’s most recognisable cultural institutions, combining striking architecture with a range of flexible event spaces for a visually stunning experience from end to end.

How many guests can The Design Museum accommodate?

The museum can host events ranging from small board meetings of 14 delegates through to large-scale receptions for up to 750 guests in the Atrium.

Can The Design Museum host conferences and presentations?

Yes. The venue features a purpose-built 202-seat Bakala Auditorium with professional AV facilities, alongside galleries, meeting rooms, and breakout spaces that can support conferences, presentations, workshops, and training sessions.

Does The Design Museum offer parking for guests?

No, the venue does not offer on-site parking. Due to its central Kensington location, guests typically use nearby public car parks such as NCP Kensington High Street or Q-Park facilities within walking distance of the venue.

Is exclusive hire available?

Yes. One can hire individual spaces or secure exclusive use of the entire museum.