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Darren Clanford

Co-Founder & Creative Director

Darren Clanford
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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.

Luxurious historic interior featuring ornate decor, grand paintings, and elegant furnishings in a British manor.
Stylish interior showcasing VitrA's textured tiles, modern furniture, and a unique color palette at Cersaie 2018.
Modern tropical sushi restaurant interior featuring vibrant decor, wooden seating, and lush greenery designed by Masquespacio in Valencia.
Modern interior of Maru Asian Cuisine featuring wooden paneling, sleek black pendant lights, and minimalist dining tables.
Elegant green glass lighting installation by Raw-Edges, showcased in WonderGlass' new London showroom during the design festival.
Modern workspace in Carl Hansen & Son's Pimlico store, featuring Scandinavian design elements, stylish lighting, and minimalist furniture.
Contemporary wooden planters displaying lush greenery, part of Another Country and Ekkist's wellbeing furniture collection.
Colorful abstract sculptures by Lorenzo Vitturi displayed in a modern showroom, showcasing innovative design by Established & Sons.
Stylish living room showcasing Karndean Designflooring's Art Select wood collection with modern furniture and natural light.
Jonathan Saunders seated on a green chair, showcasing his new rug collection featuring bold geometric patterns and colors.
Stylish interior of Brew92 cafe featuring wooden elements, modern seating, and decorative plants, designed by Liqui Design.
Stylish concrete planter from Tiipoi's Siment collection, showcasing modern architectural design with textured vertical lines.
Stylish workspace featuring a modern lamp, vintage speaker, artwork, and a cozy chair at PURO Kraków Kazimierz.
Vitra's accessories display features a radio, ceramic bowls, and a plant, showcasing contemporary design elements.
Colorfully arranged fabric piles on a warehouse floor, showcasing Christien Meindertsma's exploration of material reuse at Vitra Design Museum.
Minimalist dining area featuring a long table with a central tree, surrounded by sleek black chairs in an industrial space.
A sculptural coffee table in a petal shape with wooden legs, showcasing innovative furniture design by Christopher Kurtz.
Hand holding three colorful encaustic tiles showcasing vibrant blue, yellow, and black marbled designs from Granby Workshop.
Flexible living space in a Parisian home, featuring an innovative circular bookshelf and active residents engaged in daily activities.
Decorative terrazzo table featuring a vase with greenery, bowls, and a gold dish, against a stylish interior backdrop.