Design has the ability to influence, inform, shift perspectives and change behaviour. We’re pleased to welcome Barrington Reeves, Founder of Too Gallus and Pali Palavathanan, Founder of TEMPLO to the stage at Bristol Beacon’s Lantern Theatre on July 2nd 2025.
Both studios are not only known for their beautiful, award-winning work, but for their belief in using their role and creativity within the design industry to raise awareness, challenge the way things are, shift perspectives and drive vital change. Substance is a celebration of two designers driven by a deep desire to change our industry and society as a whole.
Join us for an evening that will challenge your perception of what design can and should achieve in a world looking for meaningful intervention.
Pali Palavathanan – Co-Founder + Creative Director, TEMPLO
TEMPLO is a cause-led branding and communications agency committed to using the positive power of design for social change. Pali and his team work in close collaboration and co-creation with chosen clients to deliver authentic, attention-seeking and impactful communications.
Inspired by his childhood experiences growing up as a child refugee, he has partnered with the
likes of the United Nations, GF Smith, Climate Change Committee, Amnesty International, V&A, International Truth and Justice Project and Venice Biennale to tackle issues across climate change, human rights and community empowerment.
Barrington Reeves – Founder + Creative Director, Too Gallus
Considered a transformative force in Scottish creativity, Barrington works across multiple creative disciplines. As Founder and Creative Director of Too Gallus, he leads on strategy, design and visualisation for world-leading brands such as Chanel, Royal Enfield, Pandora and Nike.
Outside of agency life, he cultivates grassroots culture with a residency in Sub Club, the world’s longest-standing electronic music club, creating a diverse and accessible space to bring world-leading artists and DJs. Barrington continues to fight and advocate for more equal and equitable creative industries through his work with BLM Scotland and beyond, weaving this objective into all of his work and practices.
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