Numéro Magazine - PAD London
PAD London: guided tour of the essential design fair
Berkeley Square hosts, as it does every year, the grand tent of PAD London, the essential design fair. On the program for this 16th edition are 62 galleries from 16 countries (including 12 first-time exhibitors) and a journey rich in contemporary discoveries and historical treasures.
'The visitor's gaze is also captivated by the stands of Peter Layton, where a multitude of enchanting blown glass pieces made in the British gallery's workshops are displayed.'
London Glassblowing's stand at PAD is featured in Numéro Magazine's guided tour of PAD, read more here.
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.