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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.

A delicate white bird perched on soft peach fabric surrounded by flowers, embodying Pantone's 2024 Colour of the Year, Peach Fuzz.

Pantone's Colour of the Year 2024 is Peach Fuzz.

Colorful ceramics and playful design elements, including candles and decorative objects, featured at DDW 2023.

Our Dutch Design Week top picks.

Organic textile materials and natural color palettes from the Kukka & Studio Ilfa Siebenhaar biodesign project.

7. Kukka & Studio Ilfa Siebenhaar - Living Colour.

Corrugated hemp fibre panel displayed in a natural setting, showcasing sustainable materials from Margent Farm, Cambridgeshire.

6. Margent Farm - Corrugated hemp fibre panel.

Textured clay tiles in earthy tones showcased in Atelier Barb's Bio Series collection, emphasizing sustainable design aesthetics.

5. Atelier Barb - The Bio Series.

Textured material sample highlighting innovative design by Caracara Collective, with a natural element visible beside it.

4. Caracara Collective - Reclaim.

Recycled polyurethane foam bricks displaying a textured surface, part of the Ecofoam collection by IAMMI.

3. Re-Mat – via IAMMI - Ecofoam.

Close-up of Angico bioleather showcasing its unique texture and natural colors, highlighting sustainable materials in fashion.

2. MABE Bio - Angico bioleather.

ReCinder table showcasing sustainable design with 100% recycled ceramic and waste ash materials in varied colors.

1. Rosy Napper - ReCinder.

Graphic featuring the phrase "This Is No Longer Speculative" alongside icons of a tree and a building, emphasizing sustainable materials.

This Is No Longer Speculative.

Helen Sheldon, director of RBA Acoustics, smiling in a studio with soundproofing, highlighting inclusivity and noise impact on wellbeing.

Helen Sheldon, director, RBA Acoustics.

Stevie Leigh, director at Michael Laird Architects, discussing workplace culture and design in the Manchester office.

Stevie Leigh, director, Michael Laird Architects.

Kasia Borkowska and a colleague seated on steps, discussing harmonious architecture and interiors in Liverpool's real estate context.

Kasia Borkowska, director, KKA.

Melba Beetham, a designer and lecturer, poses in a stylish, modern interior space with cozy seating and lighting.

Melba Beetham, designer & lecturer.

Modern reception area of Material Source Studio, featuring vibrant decor and design elements for Scotland's built environment community.

Material Source Studio Scotland now open.

Aimee Holloran from Samsung Climate Solutions, highlighting women's representation in plumbing within a modern office environment.

Aimee Holloran of Samsung Climate Solutions.

Textile designer Freyja Dorren poses with a unique woven creation against a minimalist concrete backdrop.

Maker in residence - Manchester: Freyja Dorren.

Rebecca Finney, creative director at Jasper Sanders + Partners, smiles confidently in a striped shirt against a light background.

Rebecca Finney of Jasper Sanders + Partners.