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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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Renovated Rosebank Distillery at dusk, showcasing modern architecture alongside the original historic chimney, blending heritage and innovation.

MLA's Rosebank Distillery transformation.

Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens Pavilion illuminated at night, featuring geometric light patterns on a concrete wall.

SpaceInvader: Piccadilly Gardens Pavilion.

Diverse group of professionals featured in interviews about design, creativity, and innovation in 2024.

Year in review: Your most-read interviews of 2024.

Material Source Studio: Christmas opening times.

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.