Benefits
We offer the support, visibility and connections that help businesses thrive. Membership includes access to an engaged professional network, dedicated showcase space and considered programme of events as well as exclusive content and affiliate services.
the vanguard
app
A digital home to bring your membership to life, The Vanguard’s App and Members Portal is a space to connect, collaborate and grow.
Designed exclusively for the collective, the app allows you to search companies, message fellow members, RSVP to events, upload your own events, access whitepapers and on-demand professional development, plus more.
apt.23
A DESIGN RESIDENCE IN THE HEART OF MAYFAIR, APT.23 IS A LIVING GALLERY THAT BRINGS TOGETHER THE CRAFTSMANSHIP, CREATIVITY AND VISION OF OUR MEMBERS.
In collaboration with the Bruton & Co. Gallery, Apt.23 will act as a gathering place for the community offering an elegant setting where clients, collectors and collaborators can experience design first-hand.
Each room is conceived as a collaborative expression of The Vanguard, including furniture, lighting, textiles and accessories designed by our members – with everything available for purchase. Open to a discerning audience of HNWs, art buyers, tastemakers and designers, this unique showcase opportunity is available exclusively to members of The Vanguard.
curated
events
WE SUPPORT MEMBERS IN HOSTING EVENTS WITH TAILORED GUEST LIST CURATION AND SEAMLESS EXECUTION, ENSURING THE RIGHT PEOPLE ARE IN THE ROOM AND EVERY OCCASION DELIVERS IMPACT.
Alongside these member-led gatherings, we also facilitate co-hosted events and encourage attendance across the collective, creating valuable opportunities for collaboration, cross-pollination of audiences, and shared inspiration.
professional
development
We believe the success of any business starts with the people behind it.
The Vanguard supports the continued growth of its members through professional development opportunities – created specifically for leaders and senior management in the luxury design space.
Our programme includes tailored workshops, leadership training, and expert-led sessions designed to sharpen strategic thinking, improve performance, and foster creative resilience. Whether it’s developing high-potential team members or refining your own leadership style, we provide the tools, insight and space to grow.
search
executive
Members receive exclusive access to executive search specialists PLUG at a discounted rate.
Offering a tailored headhunting service, the team at PLUG take the time to understand the business, culture, and needs of their client before beginning any search.
Every introduction is intentional, ensuring candidates align not only on skills but also on values and ambition. Through careful mapping and targeted outreach, PLUG connect members with exceptional talent who can grow with the business and strengthen teams for the long term.
EMPLOYEE
WELLBEING
OUR MONTHLY RISE & RESET WELLNESS SERIES IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE WELLBEING OF OUR MEMBERS AND THEIR TEAMS WITH GUIDED YOGA AND PILATES SESSIONS.
Each event offers a moment of calm, energy, and focus before the day begins.
Beyond wellbeing, Rise & Reset also offers a fresh way to connect – creating space for meaningful conversations, new relationships, and an investment in team culture that lasts far beyond the mat.
exclusive
content
WE CREATE AND SHARE CONTENT THAT SHINES A SPOTLIGHT ON OUR MEMBERS, HELPING THEM GAIN VISIBILITY AND RECOGNITION ACROSS THE DESIGN INDUSTRY.
From our Plugged-In Series with PrimeResi to the quick-fire After Hours videos, we bring authentic voices and stories to life.
Our Artist Spotlights and Interior Edits are shared across socials and in newsletters reaching 3,500+ designers, ensuring members’ work is seen by a highly relevant, design-savvy audience. Each feature is designed to inspire, inform, and elevate the collective.