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Darren Clanford

Co-founder & Creative Director

Darren is co-founder and creative director of Material Source, having worked in the A&D sector for over 30 years. Championing materials, products, and projects from both established brands and new talent, he leads the creative and marketing teams in being 'Inspirational and Useful' to the A&D community in everything they do. He is dedicated to Connecting Creative Minds - the vein which runs throughout an experience-driven approach to nurturing the community Material Source was created to serve.

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Vibrant reception area of The Standard, London, featuring bold blue and red geometric designs and modern architectural elements.

The Standard LONDON.

Seaweed materials stacked against a gray wall, showcasing innovative use in sustainable architecture by Kathryn Larsen.

Kathryn Larsen Seaweed Thatch.

Stylish café interior featuring a navy Corian countertop, vibrant pink walls, and fresh floral arrangements.

Corian: 19 New Colours for 2019.

Minimalist Thonet chair casting an intricate shadow, celebrating 200 years of innovative furniture design and Bauhaus aesthetics.

200 years of THONET.

Wooden architectural installation in a Paris courtyard, showcasing innovative design amidst historic buildings and landscaped greenery.

PARIS shines the spotlight on design.

Intricate spiral architecture of Gasholders London, showcasing Roksanda's artistic vision in a luxurious penthouse space.

A curated space of art and interiors by Roksanda

Matthew Day Jackson poses in a modern setting, showcasing the creative collaboration with Made by Choice and Formica Group.

A new edition of Kolho

Colorful glass tubes displayed on a wall, showcasing unique designs from independent designers at the London Design Fair.

Crossovers by Adorno

Traditional Slovakian embroidery featuring vibrant red and black threads in a contemporary geometric design.

ZUZANA LALIKOVA Contemporary wall hangings

Sustainable pendant lights designed by High Society, showcasing modern, eco-friendly aesthetics in a minimalist setting.

HIGH SOCIETY Lighting using post-industrial waste.

Artistic carousel design by Jaime Hayon featuring playful, abstract characters in black and white, evoking freedom and joy.

Jaime Hayon Carousel for Swarovski

Contemporary workspace design featuring a textured brown wall, minimalist reception desk, and stylish black chair at Summit House.

The Office Group & Note Design Studio