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Laura Connelly

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Laura Connelly
Bio

After beginning her career in London 14-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.

Vivid nature-inspired wallcovering featuring tropical plants and wildlife, showcased alongside a wooden table and decorative plants.
Chic interior of a boutique hotel lounge featuring vibrant artwork, stylish seating, and distinctive herringbone flooring.
Renovated Rosebank Distillery at dusk, showcasing modern architecture alongside the original historic chimney, blending heritage and innovation.
Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens Pavilion illuminated at night, featuring geometric light patterns on a concrete wall.
Diverse group of professionals featured in interviews about design, creativity, and innovation in 2024.
Unique furniture made from transformed coffee bags, showcasing sustainable design by Vepa and Peeze with scattered coffee beans.
Diverse group of industry leaders in architecture and design, showcasing expertise and innovative ideas for 2025.
Vibrant lounge area in Kirk Suites featuring Ege Carpets' colorful striped rug and modern furnishings in Vejle.
Contemporary lounge area featuring stylish furniture, art, and greenery, showcasing innovative design from Karndean Commercial and PLATFORM_.
Colorful biomaterial tray with unique marbled patterns, showcasing innovative low-carbon, waste-based design for sustainable products.
Modern seating area in the Liz Hickson Academy, featuring colorful decor and natural light for collaborative well-being.
Modern office interior of Virgin Media O2 headquarters featuring collaborative spaces, stylish seating, and vibrant design elements.
Swirling shades of brown and cream represent Pantone's Colour of the Year 2025, Mocha Mousse, in an artistic form.
Sophisticated workspace featuring Art Deco-inspired curves, calming colors, and greenery in a modern design layout.
Sustainable furniture displayed in a modern showroom featuring artwork of a whale and stylish wooden dining chairs.
Hand holding a textured acoustic panel while drilling, surrounded by felt samples on a workspace, highlighting Autex Acoustics' sustainable design.
BIM manager Sam Roberts discusses digital twins' impact on achieving Net Zero targets, wearing a brown button-up shirt.
Bespoke rug with organic patterns in earthy tones, complementing modern furniture on a dark herringbone floor.
Collaborative workspace design by Modus, featuring seating areas, plants, and a warm color palette at Landsec's headquarters.