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Creativity Meets Culture at the London Design Center: Día de los Muertos

A craft table covered with art supplies, including baskets of colourful paint pots, paintbrushes, pens and scissors. A glass of water, a white paper cup and a paper plate sit alongside sheets of white paper, ready for a creative activity. Other tables and chairs are visible in the background.
A long table displays a generous spread of food, including platters of sliced meats, cheeses, fresh vegetables, tomatoes, olives, dips, savoury pastries and small appetisers. Serving tongs and bowls are arranged among the dishes. A bottle of sparkling wine sits in an ice bucket near the back of the table, with glasses ready for serving. Shelving and chairs are visible in the background.
A group of people take part in a creative workshop around tables covered with art materials. In the foreground, a man paints a white mask while other participants sit around the table with printed images of colourful Día de los Muertos masks. In the background, a woman stands and speaks with three seated women. Paintbrushes, paper cups, flowers and craft supplies are spread across the tables. Historical photographs and information panels are displayed on the wall.
A group of women participate in an arts and crafts workshop around a table, looking at colourful printed designs and artwork. Two women are seated in the foreground with their backs to the camera, while four others sit across the table, discussing the materials and sharing ideas. The table is covered with printed illustrations, papers, flowers, cups and craft supplies. A large screen displaying the Disney+ logo is mounted on the wall behind them.
Two women wearing colourful Day of the Dead sugar skull face paint sit together at a table. Both are dressed in black. The woman on the left has long, curly auburn hair and wears white face paint with black floral patterns, dark eye sockets and stitched-mouth details. The woman on the right has short, curly silver-blonde hair and wears more colourful skull makeup, with red and pink flowers surrounding her eyes, a black nose and red stitched-mouth detailing. In front of them are craft materials, decorative g

Día de los Muertos • 22 October 2026

On 22 October, the Kronospan London Design Center welcomed a lively group of architects, designers and creative professionals for a colourful Día de los Muertos mask-painting workshop.

Inspired by the colours, patterns and symbolism associated with the Mexican Day of the Dead, participants created their own decorative masks, each reflecting a different artistic interpretation.

Paintbrushes, conversation and refreshments brought a relaxed atmosphere to the Design Center, giving guests the opportunity to explore their creativity and connect with fellow professionals outside the usual working day.

A Space for Creativity and Connection

The London Design Center is more than a place to explore materials. Alongside its product displays and specification support, it offers a programme of hands-on workshops, industry talks and collaborations that bring the design community together.

The Día de los Muertos evening illustrated how creative experiences can open up new conversations and strengthen relationships between Kronospan and the architecture and design sector.

Further workshops, CPDs and collaborative events are planned. Follow Kronospan London Design Center for news of upcoming opportunities to take part.

The Wellbeing Benefits of Creativity

There is something restorative about making something with our hands. Creative activities encourage us to focus on the present moment, giving the mind space to slow down, unwind and recharge. Research suggests that art-making can help reduce stress while engaging parts of the brain involved in attention and emotional regulation. It is not about being an accomplished artist, but about enjoying the process: experimenting, expressing ourselves and taking a little time away from everyday pressures. For busy design professionals, even a simple creative workshop can offer a welcome opportunity to reconnect with curiosity, wellbeing and one another.

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