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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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Unique furniture made from transformed coffee bags, showcasing sustainable design by Vepa and Peeze with scattered coffee beans.

Vepa transforms would-be waste coffee bags.

Diverse group of industry leaders in architecture and design, showcasing expertise and innovative ideas for 2025.

2025 Forecast: 25 views from industry leaders.

Vibrant lounge area in Kirk Suites featuring Ege Carpets' colorful striped rug and modern furnishings in Vejle.

Ege Carpets crafts bold striped rugs.

Contemporary lounge area featuring stylish furniture, art, and greenery, showcasing innovative design from Karndean Commercial and PLATFORM_.

Karndean Commercial x PLATFORM_.

Colorful biomaterial tray with unique marbled patterns, showcasing innovative low-carbon, waste-based design for sustainable products.

25 biomaterial and waste-based products for 2025.

Modern seating area in the Liz Hickson Academy, featuring colorful decor and natural light for collaborative well-being.

Collaboration at Crown Paints Liz Hickson Academy.

Modern office interior of Virgin Media O2 headquarters featuring collaborative spaces, stylish seating, and vibrant design elements.

Gensler unveils ultra-connected HQ for Virgin.

Swirling shades of brown and cream represent Pantone's Colour of the Year 2025, Mocha Mousse, in an artistic form.

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

Sophisticated workspace featuring Art Deco-inspired curves, calming colors, and greenery in a modern design layout.

Ekho Studio: Art Deco-inspired curves & calm.

Sustainable furniture displayed in a modern showroom featuring artwork of a whale and stylish wooden dining chairs.

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

Hand holding a textured acoustic panel while drilling, surrounded by felt samples on a workspace, highlighting Autex Acoustics' sustainable design.

Autex Acoustics’ SpinFix embraces circularity.

BIM manager Sam Roberts discusses digital twins' impact on achieving Net Zero targets, wearing a brown button-up shirt.

Sam Roberts, TP Bennett, on digital twins.