The Lab E20

Creative Hub in East London

Located at 3-4 East Park Walk, The Lab E20 is East Village’s new flagship for experiential retail, cultural exhibition and creative workspace, with a focus on positive fashion and sustainable living.

Designed by Christopher Raeburn, founder of RÆBURN, the 3,500sq ft and double-heighted space in Stratford plays host to events and experiences with various cultural partners for residents and wider community.

‘Regenerative by Design’ is a cultural programme produced by RAEBURN and supported by Get Living celebrating London’s cultural innovation across Climate Action, Low Carbon Living and the Circular Economy.

For special appointments and private tours, please contact Yasmin Jones-Henry, Curator of The Lab E20: [email protected]

Image credit: RÆBURN (Ben Broomfield)

CURRENT PROGRAMME

THE FUTURE OF FASHION: IMAGINING POSSIBILITES
The Lab E20’s latest exhibition The Future of Fashion: Imagining Possibilities has been curated by RÆBURN in partnership with the Centre for Sustainable Fashion, London College of Fashion, UAL to document the local and global impact of regenerative design – from the garments we wear, to the ways in which we shape our cities and our communities. This rolling exhibition is open to the public.

Cultural partners: Crafts Council – Young Craft Citizens, Rosetta Arts, The Sustainable Angle and Grimshaw Foundation
Higher education partners: London College of Fashion, UAL
Programme partners: Project Re/Go-UAL, D Lab Studios, Fashion Revolution, Colechi, Fashion Revolution, Living Song, MD Brunch, Stratford East Singers

Our artists in residence: Haija Dahiru, Harriet Reardon (Starling), Cassie Quinn, Bella Gonshorovitz, Katy Mason, Aurelie Fontan, Christina Brown, Hannah Wild.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SAT 8 NOV | 11:00-17:00
REGENERATIVE BY DESIGN: CRAFT. COMMUNITY. CULTURE – HURRICANE MELISSA RELIEF FUNDRAISER

Newham is home to a vibrant Caribbean community and members of the Jamaican Diaspora. Our event on 8 November is in aid of the Hurricane Melissa Relief Fund by Food For The Poor (Jamaica), a hugely impactful Jamaican based charity providing emergency support and relief to those in need.

In collaboration with Kind At Heart CIC, the Crafts Council and Daniel Heath Studio, we will be hosting a craft & wellbeing charity fundraiser with FREE family friendly activities including screen printing, games (dominoes and chess) music and food provided throughout the day.

Donations made will go towards:
1. Emergency supplies such as food, clean water & medical kits
2. Temporary housing for families who have lost their homes
3. Contribute to the long-term recovery by supporting the reconstruction of homes & community infrastructure
4. Access to healthcare for those injured or at risk due to the hurricane

If you are unable to attend but still wish to donate, you can visit the Food For The Poor (Jamaica) website.

Thank you in advance from The Lab E20 for your continued support.

Disclaimer
This event is an independent community fundraiser organised by Lab E20 in partnership with Kind At Heart CIC, the Crafts Council and Daniel Heath Studio. All donations made via the link provided go directly to the charity.

RECURRING MONTHLY EVENTS

EVERY MON | 16:30 – 18:30
ARTISTS APPROACH PROJECT
Funded by the Arts Council, this project brings together young music mentees with professional artists over an eight-month period to develop their creativity, compose new music together and prepare for regular performances. For more information email: [email protected].

EVERY WED | 17:30 – 21:00
STRATFORD EAST SINGERS
Join this community choir for weekly rehearsals.  Apply to join the choir by emailing: [email protected]. All abilities are welcome, must be aged over 18.

EVERY LAST SAT | 10:30-11:30
PAINT MISBEHAVIN’ ECO ART CLUB
A monthly process art club for kids, inspired by nature and sustainably. Join artist Christina Rose Brown to create, make and play with a range of natural, recycled and art materials with a different project each session. Suitable for children aged 3+. Adults must accompany children at all times. £12 per child, book your eco art club tickets.