The Seasonal Art of Ikebana

Join Studio Seren at 1 Hotel Mayfair for an intimate 90-minute Ikebana experience exploring the relationship between nature, form and seasonality.

Taking place during London’s Frieze Month, the session brings the 550-year-old Japanese art of Ikebana into a contemporary setting, offering a quiet moment of observation and creativity amidst the energy of the city.

Led by Serena Sensei, a Kyoto-trained First Grade Ikebana Instructor, guests will be introduced to the principles of Ikebana through seasonal flowers and natural materials. Rather than simply arranging flowers, Ikebana considers the individual character of each stem, the space between materials and the changing qualities of nature.

Working with seasonal autumn flowers, you’ll be guided through your own composition, exploring line, balance, space and movement.

Each guest will create and take home their own Ikebana arrangement.

No previous experience is required.

The Experience

• 90-minute guided Ikebana experience
• Seasonal autumn flowers and natural materials
• Vase and kenzan provided
• Step-by-step guidance from Serena Sensei
• An introduction to the principles of Ikebana
• Your completed Ikebana arrangement to take home

During Frieze Month

Taking place in London during Frieze Month, this special Studio Seren gathering brings together Japanese floral art, contemporary culture and the changing season.

Ikebana has evolved over centuries while remaining deeply connected to nature and seasonality. Through working with living materials, the practice invites us to notice their individual forms, movement and imperfections, creating an experience that is as much about observation as composition.

About Studio Seren

Studio Seren creates seasonal Ikebana experiences, installations and private gatherings inspired by Japanese aesthetics and the changing rhythms of nature. The practice has been presented in collaboration with Christie’s, Sotheby’s, Rosewood and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Founded by Serena Sensei, a Kyoto-trained First Grade Ikebana Instructor, Studio Seren currently presents a year-round Ikebana programme at Somerset House, alongside bespoke experiences across cultural and hospitality spaces.

Refund Policy

Due to the intimate nature of our workshops and the preparation of seasonal materials, tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to a friend or colleague by notifying us at least 3 days in advance.

Should the workshop need to be cancelled or rescheduled by Studio Seren, guests will be offered the option of a full refund or transfer to a future session.