East Village, Stratford
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.
New for 2023, ‘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.
To get involved in the 2023’s programme and for all venue enquiries, get in touch via [email protected].
Image credit: RÆBURN (Ben Broomfield)
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 (October 2023 to October 2024) 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.
THURSDAY 28 NOV | 18:30-20:30
MEDITATIONS ON TRASH: CHRISTMAS EDITION
A creative evening to meditate, chat and drink. Use the workshop to deconstruct, make and collect items out of old. Whether you want to make a Christmas decoration out of a watch and some sunglasses, a necklace out of a sock or a keychain out of old jewellery, this evening can facilitate that. Come alone or with friends for a wholesome evening, book your ticket here.
THURSDAY 28 NOV | 18:30-20:30
THE ART OF REPURPOSING WITH HANNAH WILD
Join Hannah for a hands-on workshop and learn about the art of repurposing. Transform discarded balloons in your own one-of-a-kind decoration. All materials provided and suitable for children age 6 upwards. Book your workshop ticket.
FRIDAY 29 NOV | 15:30-17:30
BUY NOTHING, REPAIR SOMETHING WITH RAEBURN & RESKINNED
As part of RAEBURN’s anti-Black Friday initiative, we will be hosting a repair surgery with Lizzie McGuire, repair specialist, ReSkinned. East Village residents are encouraged to source a clean, loved item that they would like to have repaired. This initiative is designed to encourage circular economy practices, restoring and repairing, and conscious consumption.
FRIDAY 29 NOV | 18:30-20:30
THE FUTURE OF FASHION: IMAGINING POSSIBILITIES
A part of the “Is Fashion’s Future Secondhand?” talk series, this engaging panel brings together creatives, upcyclers and recyclers to discuss how we can reinvent and remake clothes. Reserve your free space. Moderated by Gemma Metheringham with panellists:
SATURDAY 30 NOV | 12:00-17:00
REVIVAL LONDON SALE
Join us for an exclusive afternoon of sipping and sample-sale-shopping hosted by Revival London. Find one-of-a-kind reworked pieces from trialling different techniques so clothes can still be repurposed and rehomed. Expect clothes with minor defects and quirks priced at up to 80% off retail price. Sip on some beverages provided by our sponsors as you browse the world of slow fashion. RSVP to secure your space.
TUESDAY 3 DEC | 18:30-20:30
PRINT WORKSHOP ‘SYMBOL STORIES’
Join Ellen Rock Studio at The Lab E20 for an evening of printing, community and creativity. Guided by Ellen Rock and her studio team; this 2 hour workshop will invite you to design and make your own print in a symbol of your own exploration using guided exercises. The workshop will guide you through mindful mark-making, collaging and teach you how to create your own print. Reserve your free space, with exclusive discount for East Village residents.
We invite you to relax and take a rest or join us in conversation on social design as we create in a circular process centering inclusivity and vibrant community. Materials all included and no previous experience needed.
ELLEN ROCK is a print artist and designer based in London. Ellen uses her painterly prints to create a language of symbolism, opening universal dialogue and using her work as an enabler for positive global change.
WEDNESDAY 4 DECEMBER
STRATFORD EAST SINGERS: E20 RESIDENTS WORKSHOP
A festive open-choir evening with the Stratford East Singers. Interested participants need to register their details via email [email protected] and pay a small fee of £4 via The Stratford East website.
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.
EVERY LAST SUN | 12:00 – 16:00
YOU CAN KNIT WITH US
A monthly knitting club to help you to pick up the basics and follow the knit pattern provided. Already know what you’re doing? Feel free to bring your existing projects. All materials provided but please bring your own needles if you want to take your creation home. Secure your space for the free knitting class.
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Furmily introduces its doggy daycare, grooming services and cute pet cafe to East Village, helping connect our community of pets.
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The Bakehouse - a space of makers, creators, thinkers, where flour meets flowers and the community comes together under one epic roof in Stratford E20.
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A family owned Dry Cleaners that offer cleaning services for all kinds of garments. Starshine strive to provide an extraordinary service and take the upmost care with all of your fabrics.
