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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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Andrew Hadden, HLM Architects associate, smiles against a rustic brick backdrop, highlighting sustainable architecture and carbon reduction themes.

Andrew Hadden, associate at HLM & president GIA.

BDP Glasgow team collaborating in the new Grosvenor Building studio, discussing sketches and design ideas around a large table.

In Practice: With BDP Glasgow.

Elegant lounge chair positioned in front of textured wallcovering and warm pendant lamp, showcasing Arte's sophisticated Spring collections.

Arte's new Luster & Merino collections.

Modern Manchester Digital Campus office complex designed by AtkinsRéalis, featuring green spaces and urban architecture.

First look: Manchester Digital Campus.

Creative director Jon Humphreys in a black shirt, showcasing a thoughtful expression against a textured industrial backdrop.

Jon Humphreys, director & co-owner, Sheila Bird.

Modern student accommodation interior at Oxford Brookes University featuring a cozy seating area and large windows.

Karndean: Oxford Brookes University.

Artistic display of modern sculptures and unique wooden furniture, showcasing craftsmanship at the Collect 2025 exhibition.

Preview: Collect 2025.

Mas tile samples and raw materials, showcasing the innovative design and sustainable, recycled content for flooring and wall applications.

Meet Mas: From Parkside & Alusid®.

Modern bar interior featuring dynamic lighting and colorful backlit shelves at the Pixel Artworks London showroom.

Light Forms: Pixel Artworks showroom.

Georgina Lynch, MD, smiling in a heritage home setting, emphasizes sustainable retrofitting and carbon reduction in architecture.

Georgina Lynch, MD, The PJ Livesey Group.

Stylish commercial interior featuring Zentia's Obsidian black ceiling tiles, modern lighting, and lush greenery in hanging planters.

Zentia launches Obsidian: A black ceiling tile.

Engaged audience members at a seminar on net zero carbon buildings, demonstrating interest in sustainable architecture practices.

NZCBS: What's the business advantage?