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Laura Connelly

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Laura Connelly
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Laura Connelly is a writer and editor specialising in architecture, interiors, design and the wider built environment. With more than a decade’s experience across editorial, publishing and communications, she has worked with global practitioners and brands to develop stories that connect ideas, people and places. Laura began her career on the Guardian’s culture desk and has since held editorial roles across the design sector, reporting on ‘world firsts’ and developing a deep knowledge of the people, practices and ideas shaping the industry.

Becky Spenceley, Gensler design director, poses in a modern workspace, highlighting neurodiversity and purposeful design in the workplace.
Signage indicating gendered restrooms, highlighting compliance with accessibility and building regulations ahead of Part T implementation.
Modern café interior featuring Grestec's Silence Collection porcelain tiles, stylish plants, and elegant lighting.
Panel discussion at Workspace Design Show 2025 focusing on sustainable design, featuring industry experts in a vibrant setting.
Modern reception area of Hill Dickinson's new Manchester workspace, featuring elegant design and lush greenery.
Modern kitchen featuring sleek cabinetry, RAUVISIO Cube island, and warm lighting, inspired by concrete textures.
Panel discussion on materiality's role in achieving Net Zero, with an engaged audience in a modern venue.
Handcrafted lumenear acoustic lamp featuring a stylish wooden design that blends elegance with sound absorption.
Patrick Thomas, founder of Up North Architects, smiling during an interview about architecture and design in Manchester.
Modern Dubai office space featuring vibrant colors, contemporary furniture, and natural light, creating an inspiring workplace environment.
Textured wallcovering samples in rich colors, including burgundy, beige, and orange, showcasing Arte's 2025 spring collection.
Uli Blum, senior associate at Zaha Hadid Architects, engaged in thoughtful discussion about empathetic AI and architectural advancements.
Vibrant co-working space inside The Typewriter building, featuring a modern kitchenette and collaborative work areas.
Group discussion on technology and sustainability in design, featuring engaged participants in a modern meeting space.
Bright yellow exterior of the Novu Waffle house featuring a "Delivery Pick Up" window and modern design elements.
Modern workspace featuring a circular lounge area and a long table, designed for collaboration at Butternut Box.
Green curtains from the Tundra collection by ILIV complement a stylish wooden table and a decorative vase.
Modern co-working space featuring greenery, a large communal table, and relaxed seating, showcasing Vita Group's uhaus brand design.
Vivid nature-inspired wallcovering featuring tropical plants and wildlife, showcased alongside a wooden table and decorative plants.
Chic interior of a boutique hotel lounge featuring vibrant artwork, stylish seating, and distinctive herringbone flooring.