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Laura Connelly

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Laura Connelly
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After beginning her career in London 14-years ago, Laura moved back 'up North' to immerse herself in Manchester's thriving creative scene. An advocate of the anecdote, storytelling is her one true passion. She loves to champion new talent in the fields of architecture, interior design, materiality and manufacturing, with a particular interest in biomaterials. Laura has written for a range of publications, including the Guardian.

Louise Emmott, founder & MD, Kingsdene on becoming Chair of WiP NW, mid-market demand, and being heard.
Parkside Architectural Tiles bolsters flexible Nesite Raised Access Flooring range.
EDIB: What does beyond bare minimum look like?
Making Matters: AiM & Manchester Society of Architects bring acclaimed exhibition to our Manchester Studio.
BIM-ready hardware: Consort makes a leap for construction specification.
What do specifiers need to know about the ISO TS 17870-3:2023 standard for porcelain facades?
Motive creates immersive brand-led workplace for Wild’s new Brixton HQ.
KI Europe launches Sebel & Sutton at Material Source Studio Manchester - the former made from 100% British post-consumer waste.
Ashley Taylor-Watts, director, Define Architects on the UK’s first 3D printed house, community & collective collaboration.
SpaceInvader unveils Manchester office for multinational law firm Pinsent Masons.
Workspace Design Show London unveils “Connected Realities” installations.
Francesco Draisci, associate, Allford Hall Monaghan Morris on holistic architecture & interiors, colour, and communicating to our senses.
Single London Plane tree sits at the heart of new Smoke Knutsford by Up North Architects.
Unknown Works unveils a new sonic experience for SALT Salon, Borough, inspired by club culture.
New furniture collections to explore at Material Source Studio Glasgow in 2026.
Blending brand and space: DLSM Studio shapes Noreen’s first UK Restaurant.
6 furniture brands to explore in 2026 at Material Source Studio Manchester.
Caesarstone UK & ROI expands Porcelain Collection with 5 new designs.
Debbie Smith, BIM technician & Callum Kerr, senior sustainability engineer, Cundall, unveil circularity focused workspace design.