Six Dots Design champions self-expression, imperfection, and self-determination both inside and beyond the home. We embrace expressive forms, raw materials, and visible imperfections to challenge established norms within interior design. Our hope is that when someone owns one of our pieces, they feel more like themselves accepted, empowered, and inspired to create on their own terms.

Founded in 2020 by Joseph Ellwood, Six Dots began as a personal exploration of design and craft. Shortly after graduating from the University of Bath with a degree in Architecture, Joe honed his skills working for a cabinet designer and maker during lockdown. Sharing his work on Instagram led to early commissions and the beginnings of Six Dots as a brand.

In 2021, Joe began a master’s degree in Architecture at the Royal College of Art, continuing to develop bespoke built-in furniture under the Six Dots name. A pivotal moment came during a study trip to Villa André Bloc, where the playful, sculptural nature of Bloc’s work inspired Joe to rethink his design philosophy, seeing objects not just as solutions, but as expressions of joy and soul.

This shift led to Six Dots’ first full collection, Contemporary Vanity, launched with a debut event and five subsequent exhibitions. The collection received wide acclaim, with features in Sight Unseen and House & Garden. In December 2022, Wallpaper Magazine named Six Dots one of its “Future Icons” of design.

While still studying, Joe and the Six Dots team took on high-profile commissions, including a suite of furniture for the Shoreditch Arts Club, and a collaboration with Rimowa for their As Seen By exhibition. In summer 2023, Six Dots partnered with H&M and IKEA to design and manufacture a series of cups and jugs, even visiting IKEA’s factories to learn about their production process.

In January 2024, Six Dots debuted at Collectible in Belgium, where the Handcraft Spacecraft table was named a Collector’s Pick. That same year, we launched our retail-ready Handcraft Spacecraft collection, now sold globally through select retailers.

In November 2024, we unveiled Not in Service, a 15-piece furniture collection introduced through a fashion show–style performance. The success of the brand has since led to an exciting roster of projects and collaborations for 2025, including work with Maison Martin Margiela and Rimowa.

At Six Dots, we continue to explore the beauty of imperfection and the power of self-made creativity designing pieces that feel as honest, human, and expressive as the people who live with them.