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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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The City of London’s Grade-1 listed Royal Exchange is transformed into new hospitality venue The Libertine.

The Libertine: Grade-1 listed transformation.

Eliza Kesuma, founder of Moody Monday on creating joy, creativity in Edinburgh & the comeback of colour.

Interview: Eliza Kesuma, founder of Moody Monday.

Phoenix Wharf crafts candy-coloured fantasia at Bradford’s Oh So Yum!

Phoenix Wharf crafts candy-coloured fantasia.

Year in review: Top insight of 2022.

Year in review: Top insight of 2022.

Year in review: Top innovation of 2022.

Year in review: Top innovation of 2022.

Year in review: Top projects of 2022.

Year in review: Top projects of 2022.

Unicorn Stores HQ: A headquarters for a company with heritage.

Unicorn Stores: A HQ for a heritage company.

Jifei Ou, founder & CEO of OPT Industries on A New Materials Horizon.

Interview: Jifei Ou of OPT Industries.

Louise Grimes & Stephanie Taylor of M1NT Studio on the high street's revival, urban tech and why it's who you know.

Interview: M1NT Studio.

Pronteau Propure 4 IN 1 by Abode comprises style and safety.

Pronteau Propure 4 IN 1 by Abode: Style & safety.

Pantone announces its 2023 Color of the Year as Viva Magenta.

Pantone 2023 Color of the Year: Viva Magenta.

Tiros seating collection by Gresham: For work or play.

Tiros seating collection by Gresham.