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Laura Connelly

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Laura Connelly
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Laura Connelly is a writer and editor specialising in architecture, interiors, design and the wider built environment. With more than a decade’s experience across editorial, publishing and communications, she has worked with global practitioners and brands to develop stories that connect ideas, people and places. Laura began her career on the Guardian’s culture desk and has since held editorial roles across the design sector, reporting on ‘world firsts’ and developing a deep knowledge of the people, practices and ideas shaping the industry.

Artistic display of modern sculptures and unique wooden furniture, showcasing craftsmanship at the Collect 2025 exhibition.
Mas tile samples and raw materials, showcasing the innovative design and sustainable, recycled content for flooring and wall applications.
Modern bar interior featuring dynamic lighting and colorful backlit shelves at the Pixel Artworks London showroom.
Georgina Lynch, MD, smiling in a heritage home setting, emphasizes sustainable retrofitting and carbon reduction in architecture.
Stylish commercial interior featuring Zentia's Obsidian black ceiling tiles, modern lighting, and lush greenery in hanging planters.
Engaged audience members at a seminar on net zero carbon buildings, demonstrating interest in sustainable architecture practices.
Becky Spenceley, Gensler design director, poses in a modern workspace, highlighting neurodiversity and purposeful design in the workplace.
Signage indicating gendered restrooms, highlighting compliance with accessibility and building regulations ahead of Part T implementation.
Modern café interior featuring Grestec's Silence Collection porcelain tiles, stylish plants, and elegant lighting.
Panel discussion at Workspace Design Show 2025 focusing on sustainable design, featuring industry experts in a vibrant setting.
Modern reception area of Hill Dickinson's new Manchester workspace, featuring elegant design and lush greenery.
Modern kitchen featuring sleek cabinetry, RAUVISIO Cube island, and warm lighting, inspired by concrete textures.
Panel discussion on materiality's role in achieving Net Zero, with an engaged audience in a modern venue.
Handcrafted lumenear acoustic lamp featuring a stylish wooden design that blends elegance with sound absorption.
Patrick Thomas, founder of Up North Architects, smiling during an interview about architecture and design in Manchester.
Modern Dubai office space featuring vibrant colors, contemporary furniture, and natural light, creating an inspiring workplace environment.
Textured wallcovering samples in rich colors, including burgundy, beige, and orange, showcasing Arte's 2025 spring collection.
Uli Blum, senior associate at Zaha Hadid Architects, engaged in thoughtful discussion about empathetic AI and architectural advancements.
Vibrant co-working space inside The Typewriter building, featuring a modern kitchenette and collaborative work areas.
Group discussion on technology and sustainability in design, featuring engaged participants in a modern meeting space.