London’s emerging designers and makers have unveiled a pop-up shop at Battersea Power Station, supported by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. Open throughout December in Turbine Hall A, the London Made Me shop showcases limited-edition art, jewellery, homeware, clothing, ceramics, and more, just in time for the festive season.
This initiative brings together creatives from the Mayor’s Creative Enterprise Zones, designed to support under-represented artists and entrepreneurs with affordable workspaces and opportunities to grow their businesses. Selected participants include designers, ceramicists, and fashion creators who collaborated on the shop’s design, gaining practical experience and skills to further their ventures.
Highlighting the festive programme is a partnership with renowned photographer Rankin, who will host RANKIN Live on 11 December. Customers can have portraits taken in-store, and Rankin will conduct a Q&A and masterclass session with the artists to help them refine their craft and business strategies.
The shop also features an interactive schedule of workshops, giving visitors the chance to create jewellery, candles, festive decorations, greeting cards, and more. The initiative emphasises creativity while building a platform for small businesses to thrive.
Deputy Mayor for Culture and the Creative Industries, Justine Simons OBE, said:
“I am thrilled to see the London Made Me shop open at the landmark Battersea Power Station. Thanks to the Mayor’s Creative Enterprise Zones, we are supporting some of London’s most exciting up-and-coming creatives with this sought-after retail space over the festive period.
“With retailers offering everything from bespoke leather goods to hand-illustrated cards, East African inspired womenswear to typewriter art, this year’s shop shows the best of our capital’s creatives, as we build a better London for everyone.”
Rankin shared his enthusiasm, saying:
“London’s creativity is unmatched, and working with the Mayor of London on ‘London Made Me’ is an amazing way to champion that talent. In the run-up to Christmas, I’m excited to meet the incredible artists behind the work for the store. London thrives on its diversity and creativity, and it’s a privilege to be part of it.”
The shop has previously appeared in Regent Street (2022) and Carnaby Street (2023). This year, its placement at Battersea Power Station underlines the location’s growing reputation as a cultural and retail destination. Donagh O’Sullivan, CEO of Battersea Power Station Development Company, remarked:
“We are thrilled to be home to this year’s London Made Me pop-up shop. Supporting small, independent businesses and artists has always been important to us when creating the new retail, leisure and cultural destination at Battersea Power Station. We are delighted to welcome the 12 London Made Me artists, designers and makers and encourage everyone to come down to see their products, take part in the interactive workshops and show their support this festive season.”
One of this year’s participants, Hanaa Bawamia, owner of La Plante Carnivore, shared her experience:
“London Made Me has been an incredible experience, and the biggest challenge undertaken yet for me and my small business. Already the design phase has been invaluable, and I’ve learned so much from the guest experts and from my wonderful colleagues.”
The shop is also supported by Lone Design Club, whose CEO Rebecca Morter highlighted the value of collaboration:
“At Lone Design Club, we aim to support our partners in helping creatives and independent brands by providing them with the tools, spaces, and opportunities to shine. The London Made Me shop exemplifies the power of collaboration, bringing together incredible talent from the Creative Enterprise Zones to showcase their work in one of London’s most iconic locations.”
For more details on participating creatives and event schedules, visit London Made Me.
