Exhibitions & Gallery
Open, industrial space in East London (Shoreditch) for exhibitions, showcases and gallery takeovers.
An exhibition is shaped as much by the space as the work itself — UNLOCKED gives curators and creative teams a blank canvas to build without restriction.
Open, industrial exhibition space for hire in the heart of London, configured around the work rather than around fixed walls or predetermined layouts. From solo gallery takeovers and group shows to large-scale installations and trade previews, the space adapts to the format - whether that calls for a structured curatorial route or something entirely fluid.
❋ Gallery-Ready SpacesClean, open-plan studios with raw industrial finishes provide a strong, neutral backdrop for artwork, installations and curated displays without competing with the work on show.
The space can be zoned into defined curatorial routes or opened up for free-form exploration — across single studios or multiple rooms depending on the scale of the exhibition.
❋ Flexible LayoutsExhibitions can expand vertically across multiple floors, giving larger collections, design fairs and immersive installations the room and layered structure they need.
❋ Multi-Floor Showcases❋ Shoreditch ContextSituated in one of London's most culturally active creative districts, UNLOCKED sits naturally within an area already aligned with art, design, independent galleries and engaged audiences.
From photography to sculpture, design fairs to interactive installations — here's how our venues have been transformed into exhibition environments.
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FAQs
What types of exhibitions use UNLOCKED?
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The space has hosted fine art exhibitions, photography shows, design fairs, sculpture installations, interactive experiences and trade previews — from solo artists to internationally recognised curators.
How large is the exhibition space at UNLOCKED?
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The Shoreditch venue offers 24,500 sq ft across six flexible studios and multiple floors, available individually or combined for larger-scale exhibitions and multi-room curatorial formats.
Can the space be configured for a specific curatorial layout?
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Yes — the open, column-free studios can be arranged into defined routes, free-form environments or multi-floor journeys depending on the collection, the audience experience and the curator's vision.
Is the venue suitable for public-facing exhibitions with high footfall?
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Absolutely — the Shoreditch location, multiple entry points and flexible zoning make it well-suited to both invitation-only previews and public-facing shows drawing significant daily visitor numbers.
Where is UNLOCKED located for exhibition hire in London?
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The venue is in Shoreditch, EC2A — in the heart of East London's creative district, within walking distance of Old Street and Shoreditch High Street stations.