Designs In Mind is a not-for-profit design studio based in Oswestry, Shropshire, dedicated to smashing the stigma of mental health and unlocking potential through art and design.
We offer a supportive, creative community for adults living with mental health challenges. Our members work together on ambitious, experimental art and design projects, developing beautiful products, public art, and commercial collaborations. The studio is a hive of activity, fostering confidence, connection, and wellbeing through the experience of making.
What we offer:
- Access to a welcoming creative studio and community
- Listening support and pathways to new opportunities
- Referrals to practical support
- Skill-building workshops and art projects
- Opportunities to collaborate on public art and design projects
We are not art therapists or mental health professionals, but we focus on the positive impact of creativity and provide a warm, friendly environment where people can talk and be heard. Our work aims to raise confidence, uplift individuals, and promote understanding of mental health in society.
Opening Times:
- Studio: Monday to Friday, 9.15am – 5pm
- Shop: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 10am – 4pm
Our studio is spread across three floors with a shop on the ground floor. There is a lift available for accessibility. Please note, there is no parking at the studio, but several car parks are within walking distance.
By joining Designs In Mind, you become part of a vibrant community, gain access to creative opportunities, and help challenge perceptions of mental health.
Adults from Shropshire with mental health challenges/diagnoses.