A museum event space with open atrium, wood floors, tiered walkways, and colorful geometric wall art at the Design Museum.

The Design Museum

Museum

224-238 Kensington High Street, London, W8 6AG –
High Street Kensington Station (0.3 mi)
From £4800
hire fee
Up to 400
seats
Up to 750
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Spaces for hire at The Design Museum

The Atrium at The Design Museum
The Atrium
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Private space
400 seats
750 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
The Atrium is a dramatic, triple height space with views of the stunning hyperbolic paraboloid ceiling. It connects all of our exhibition galleries and event spaces and is perfect for hosting dinners, receptions, product launches and brand takeovers. Capacities: Dining 150-400 depending on levels used Standing up to 750 depending on levels used T...
Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
from £12000 hire fee
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The Huth Gallery at The Design Museum
The Huth Gallery
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Private space
200 seats
220 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
The Helene and Johannes Huth Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the museum, and offers 319sqm of floor space. It’s a versatile and flexible space featuring a retractable wall system, and direct lift access from our Loading Bay for installs. The Huth Gallery is perfect for hosting conferences, product launches, banquets, receptions and pop-up ex...
Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
from £9600 hire fee
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Bakala Auditorium at The Design Museum
Bakala Auditorium
Auditorium / Conference Room
·
Private space
202 seats
Book 2 hr. minimum
The Bakala Auditorium seats 202 guests on fixed, raked seating. It features state-of-the-art AV equipment including: - Mirage HD10K-M 3D DLP projector - 4.5m x 2.5m projection screen (16:9) - 5.1 surround sound PA system with ceiling speakers - integrated lectern - wired and wireless microphones - HD Camera to relay to green room Please no...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
from £4800 hire fee
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The Sachs Family Park Room at The Design Museum
The Sachs Family Park Room
Event Space
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Private space
100 seats
120 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
The Sachs Family Park Room is located on the second floor of the Museum with panoramic views of Holland Park. The space was designed in 2023 by renowned interior designer Matthew Williamson and is available to hire furnished or unfurnished. It has a seated capacity of around 100 guests and a standing capacity of 120. Capacities: Dining 80 Standin...
Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from £9000 hire fee
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Tuesday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Wednesday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Thursday
6:00 – 6:00
from £4800 hire fee per hour
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
6:00 – 6:00
from £4800 hire fee per hour
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Friday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Saturday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day
Sunday
8:30 – 22:00
from £4800–£12000 hire fee per day
The Atrium
18:30 – 22:00
from £12000 hire fee per day
Bakala Auditorium
8:30 – 17:30
from £4800 hire fee per day
The Huth Gallery
8:30 – 17:30
from £9600 hire fee per day
The Sachs Family Park Room
8:30 – 17:30
from £9000 hire fee per day

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 750
standing
Up to 400
seats
In-house catering
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Design Museum

The Design Museum is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

The Design Museum, located on Kensington High Street with stunning views over Holland Park, is the world’s leading museum devoted to contemporary design - and a truly unique venue for corporate and private events. Set within a beautifully refurbished 1960s Grade II* listed building, the museum offers a variety of versatile spaces that provide an inspiring backdrop for brand activations, exhibitions, gala dinners, networking events, and more.

Remodelled by renowned architect John Pawson, this iconic modern London landmark is perfectly suited for meetings, conferences, screenings, award ceremonies, dinners, drinks receptions, and product launches. As a registered charity governed by a board of trustees; events held at the Design Museum contribute to the museum’s vision of helping everyone understand the value of design.

Currently offering 20% off venue hire for bookings before 31st March 2026! Get in touch with the events team to find out more.

FAQ

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At The Design Museum, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

The Design Museum does not offer parking facilities.

The Design Museum is located at 224-238 Kensington High Street, in Holland Park, London. The nearest metro station is High Street Kensington Station.

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