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Design Museum    

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The Design Museum is a multifaceted museum, an ever-changing space for the public, industry and education to come together and explore new ideas. … See more

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Sep 19, 2024
It was such a waste of time! The building itself is spacious and full of natural light though and I liked it, so I expected to find at least some interesting examples of modern design, but alas… ever… Full review by Noraatc
Sep 12, 2024
There is a confusing number of items on display at the new Design Museum, and as often in museums, more information displayed than can be appreciated in just one visit. But our visit was well worth i… Full review by GlobetrottingViking
Sep 9, 2024
It was a lovely museum, though it lacks interactivity. It was enjoyable to observe the evolution of technological products such as phones, cameras, game consoles, and televisions. A one-hour visit is… Full review by touristturtles
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Facts

Director:Tim Marlow
Established:1989

Questions & answers

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Can I store my brompton foldable bike in the cloakroom?
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There was a place to chain a bike outside and the lockers are very large so could possibly fit a foldable bike in. I think you’ll be fine.
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Is the entry free for adults?
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The free exhibition whilst cleverly, but confusingly arranged, seems to have very little content, compared to other museums in the area. I don’t know what their agenda is, but it’s not …
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The free exhibition whilst cleverly, but confusingly arranged, seems to have very little content, compared to other museums in the area. I don’t know what their agenda is, but it’s not provide a comprehensive chronological history of modern design.
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It doesn't even feel like a museum!
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It’s a very small specialists museum more interesting to people who would remember the exhibits
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So empty and unwelcoming!
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Yes I agree. As a design museum I would have expected to at least have seen several products closely followed from the their conception though the ages to what we have now. This I …
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Yes I agree. As a design museum I would have expected to at least have seen several products closely followed from the their conception though the ages to what we have now. This I did not see. But for me, as I said in my revue, £20.08 for two smallish cups of coffee and two cakes is just beyond belief. Does the "Design Center" Still exist in Tottenham Court Road? Now that was good, but I am going back some sixty years roughly.
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I felt the same way!
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Such a shame they can’t get it right
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