Kit Kemp at the Isle of Wight Literary Festival: Friday 9th October 2026
Friday 9th October 2026 | 2:00pm–3:00pm
Join Kit Kemp at the Isle of Wight Literary Festival for an inspiring talk exploring her distinctive approach to interior design and the ideas behind her first Rizzoli book, Design Stories.
Kit will share the inspiration behind her signature style and how she brings together texture, craft and individuality to create spaces that are designed to be lived in and enjoyed.
An Evening with Kit Kemp In Conversation with Emma Barnett: The Future's Bright (and Colourful)
Monday 23rd November, 6pm – 7:30pm
Join Kit Kemp for a special evening in conversation with broadcaster and journalist Emma Barnett.
Taking place at Ham Yard Hotel, the evening offers a glimpse into more than four decades of creativity and Kit’s remarkable career in design. Kit will share insights into her current collaborations and collections, alongside an exclusive look at what lies ahead – from the opening of a new Firmdale hotel near The British Museum in 2027 to a host of exciting new creative projects.
Order Your Signed Copy of Design Stories Now
Design Stories by Kit Kemp, with Giles Kime. Photographs by Simon Brown. Signed by Kit Kemp.
Throughout this striking hardcover book, Kit reveals how her distinctive and often bold approach invokes curiosity and intrigue and provides a visual journey for the reader that will delight both the eye and the mind.
