Collect at Somerset House
London Glassblowing returns to Collect
28 February - 2 March
We were pleased to announce our continuing participation in Collect, the Crafts Council’s International Art Fair for Contemporary Objects. It is one of the world’s most influential and prestigious showcases for contemporary craft and design. We are proud to be contributing by highlighting glass as a flourishing medium for artistic self expression.
In an exciting development, we expanded our presence to encompass an entire room, allowing us to create an environment that truly celebrated these remarkable works.
Read our blog: Peter Layton reflects on Collect 2025.
Dr Heike Brachlow, Dawning
Bruno Romanelli, Menkib
Exhibiting Artists
Anthony Scala, Bruce Marks, Bruno Romanelli, Colin Reid, Coucou Manou, David Patchen, Davide Penso, Elliot Walker, Dr Heike Brachlow, Kate Pasvol, Katherine Huskie, Layne Rowe, Liam Reeves, Louis Thompson, Peter Layton, Sabrina Cant, Sila Yücel, Tim Rawlinson and Tomáš Brzon
Our Stories
Fifty Years of Fire: Celebrating Peter Layton and London Glassblowing
For half a century, London Glassblowing has transformed contemporary glass art - pioneering new techniques, supporting generations of artists, and establishing a studio at the forefront of innovation. This milestone year offers a moment to reflect, to reminisce, and to celebrate the extraordinary impact that has helped shape the world of glass.
Silent Auction Stories: Staff Favourites
Our 2026 Silent Auction celebrated fifty years of glassmaking with works from Peter Layton's personal 'Highlight' collection alongside archival pieces from our resident and guest artists. The gallery team shared their favourites and the stories behind them, from a never-before-seen Fabrica platter to the smallest Portal Tim Rawlinson has ever made.
Peter Layton Receives the First-Ever Lifetime Achievement Award at Collect 2026
We are incredibly proud to announce that Peter Layton has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at Collect, and he is the very first person to receive it. Read Peter's acceptance words, reminiscing on his extraordinary career and contribution to the world of glass.