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Laura Connelly

Editor-in-chief

After beginning her career in London 13-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.

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2025 Forecast: 25 views from industry leaders.

Ege Carpets crafts bold striped rugs.

Karndean Commercial x PLATFORM_.

Shell Homage. Photography credits: Rania Elkalla

25 biomaterial and waste-based products for 2025.

Collaboration at Crown Paints Liz Hickson Academy.

Credit: Gareth Gardner

Gensler unveils ultra-connected HQ for Virgin.

Image used courtesy of Pantone

Pantone's Colour of the Year 2025: Mocha Mousse.

Credit: Billy Bolton

Ekho Studio: Art Deco-inspired curves & calm.

Plastic Whale

How it's made: Factory tour at Vepa, Netherlands.

Autex Acoustics’ SpinFix embraces circularity.

Credit: Victoria Middleton

Sam Roberts, TP Bennett, on digital twins.

Credit: Tim Ainsworth

Bespoke rugs by Newhey for Material Source Studio.