LONDON, UK – 12 November 2019 – Communities in the King’s Cross area can get involved in a roster of inspiring events and skill-sharing workshops at Samsung KX – London’s new destination to experience the latest in culture and innovation, powered by Samsung technology.

A modern-day community hub, the space provides a free events venue for local partners to network and host performances or workshops. The space also provides a flexi-working area where guests can escape from their home or office and be inspired.

As part of this community initiative, the brand has partnered with 27 local charities and organisations to introduce new skills and add value to the local area through deep and meaningful connections.

These partnerships include:

Age UK & Mind Camden – Wellness Workshops:
The charities will be hosting fortnightly technology and photography workshops, helping to drive conversation around mental and physical wellness

Small Green Shoots – Destigmatising Mental Health:
The charity will use the space for its Fundamentals series, which focuses on discussing mental health and helping to remove negative associations

King’s Cross Speakers – Public Speaking Course:
The group hosts Toastmaster Speaker Events which aim to improve public speaking skills by boosting confidence and developing ways to command a room

Urban Development – Urban Music Takeovers:
Urban Development cultivates local urban music talent and will host industry takeovers with tastemakers, talent and fans to discuss trends within the industry

UCL: Institute of Education – Life Skills Workshops:
The only child-centred habilitation course in the UK will host workshops teaching fundamental living skills to the visually impaired

UCL: The Bartlett School of Architecture – Future-gazing Showcases:
University College London will be displaying experimental research projects at the venue, giving guests a glimpse into the future of digital technology

Tanya Weller, Director of Samsung Showcase, KX said: “Samsung KX is a destination committed to inspiring the King’s Cross community and bringing value through culture and innovation. We’re passionate about our community partnerships which are tailored to local passions, including exhibiting artwork by local artists, hosting school assemblies and running workshops that fuel the creativity of King’s Cross and help bring the community together.”

To learn more about the diverse range of events and experiences on offer, visit Samsung KX at London’s Coal Drops Yard, or online at www.samsung.com/uk/kx

In October 2019, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd launched the Co–Lab Series, a new events campaign at Samsung KX, its new experience space in London’s King’s Cross. The series pairs together two experts from different industries who are both challenged to identify and unravel a current cultural issue through collaboration and implementing futuristic solutions.

The Co–Lab Series involves a series of workshops, talks and networking events led by influential creatives. As part of the series, London based DJ & broadcaster Goldierocks was paired with illustrator Charlotte Ager to help both the local community and visitors connect with the King’s Cross area.

In the face of decades of significant changes to the King’s Cross area, Goldierocks blended her experience of world culture with Charlotte’s creative eye to bring to life the international influences and create an illustrated map made up of the community’s DNA. The map highlights must-see spots in the area while celebrating the “global locals” of King’s Cross, showing a range of cultural touchpoints nearby such as House of Illustration, Kings Place and The Hardy Tree.

Charlotte Ager, Illustrator said:

I jumped at the chance to work with Goldierocks to explore the area and share a new perspective on the community. As a Freelance Illustrator, I frequently work by myself so it was nice to be able to collaborate with someone who is so passionate about London both past and present. It was so fun to be able to share ideas and learn from each other while we created an updated guide to such an important part of London.

Living in London can be fast-paced and hectic but this opportunity has allowed us to take the time to really research and discover the area around King’s Cross. I love being able to capture a place and convey stories within my work so it’s been a great experience to create illustrations that share the unique qualities of the spaces we found.

For more information on Samsung KX and the awe-inspiring events on offer, visit www.samsung.com/uk/kx