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Inspiration

Our inspiration section encapsulates that feeling of enthusiasm that we all get from new ideas, insight, and creativity. Whether it's interviewing the most exciting and knowledgable industry experts, reviewing an event, taking a tour, or offering design inspiration through one of our monthly mood boards, this section delivers innovative thoughts and ideas for the workspace, hospitality, public, healthcare, education, and residential sectors.

Modern industrial kitchen and living area featuring sustainable design elements, vibrant decor, and natural light throughout.

Sustainably driven brands to specify now at MSS.

Pantone's announcement of Very Peri, the Colour of the Year 2022, displayed on a smartphone screen.

Pantone Colour of the Year 2022: Very Peri.

Zhekai Zhang and a collaborator pose in contemporary fashion showcasing innovative textiles, emphasizing sustainable design practices.

Interview: Material designer Zhekai Zhang.

Leanne Wookey seated at a modern table in a light-filled office, reflecting a sustainability-focused creative environment in the North West.

Interview: Leanne Wookey of TP Bennett.

Modern welcome area of Material Source Studio in Manchester, featuring a stylish counter and lush greenery.

Material Source Studio now open.

Creative workspace featuring hands designing and cutting various textile patterns and shapes for the May Wild Studio exhibition.

What's On: Material Source Studio Presents...

A designer showcases a unique, handmade lamp crafted from natural materials at the Surface Design Show.

Surface Design Show unveils New Talent.

Smiling man in a safety vest representing Eatock Design & Build, symbolizing resilience in business during lockdown.

Interview: Paul Eatock of Eatock Design & Build.

Circular area rug with abstract patterns under a modern black table and chair, highlighting contemporary interior design.

Part 7: Introducing the MSS partners.

Anne Asensio and Arthur Mamou-Mani examine innovative design materials at the Design Museum during COP26 discussions.

COP26 Q&A: Anne Asensio & Arthur Mamou-Mani.

Modern workspace design featuring a stylish lounge area with seating, a presentation screen, and greenery for the Workspace Design Show.

Workspace Design Show: One-week countdown.

Colorful wooden slats arranged vertically, highlighting diversity in wood design featured in Wood Awards 2021 nominations.

Wood Awards 2021: Shortlist announced.

Translucent coffee table with organic shapes and multicolored glass legs, part of Adorno's Matérialité collection from Paris Design Week.

Matérialité: Curated by Stephen Markos of Adorno.

Stylish interior of a modern dining space with navy chairs and a sleek countertop, showcasing contemporary design elements.

Part six: Introducing the MSS partners.

Designer Agnė Kučerenkaitė holds a unique handcrafted vase, symbolizing innovation and sustainable design from waste materials.

Interview: Agne Kucerenkaite.

Modern office workspace with ergonomic chairs and desks, featuring panoramic ocean views, emphasizing inspiring workspace design.

Workspace Design Show 2021: Two month countdown.

Jasper Sanders, designer and founder of Jasper Sanders + Partners, smiling while seated against a brick wall backdrop.

Interview: Jasper Sanders.

Textured stone setting featuring a unique hanging light, minimalist table, and handcrafted bowls in an innovative design display.

Tactile Baltics: A focus on materials.