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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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Two men engage in a conversation in a modern educational space, highlighting the future of collaborative learning environments.

What is the future of education?

Stylish commercial space featuring wooden stairs and safety flooring, highlighting Amtico's focus on design and functionality.

Amtico: Safety flooring but make it stylish.

Crowd gathered at Workspace Design Show 2023, featuring discussions on innovative workspace design and sustainability.

Workspace Design Show returns for 2023.

Colorful interior of Edinburgh Gin pop-up store features candy coral terrazzo flooring and vibrant floral window display.

Candy coral terrazzo for Edinburgh Gin.

Modern patisserie interior featuring a long concrete table, minimalist black stools, and soft natural lighting.

Pollen Bakery, Kampus x NoChintz.

Modern reception area of AstraZeneca UK featuring a stylish front desk and artistic wall decor by Ekho Studio.

Ekho Studio envisions the future of workplace.

Vibrant lounge area at Alderley Park featuring green seating, orange partitions, and a living plant wall.

Sixteen3 provides pop of colour to Alderley Park.

Artistic display featuring unique sculptures and furniture reflecting contemporary design at the London Design Festival 2022.

LDF x Material Matters 2022: Top themes.

A woman walks along a street with vibrant, mood-boosting artwork on a building above her in a co-working area.

Sheila Bird Studio x Runway East.

Unique ceramic vase featuring a white top and marbled black stones, showcasing contemporary design by Vic Wright.

Maker in residence: Vic Wright.

Modern lounge area at Eden Locke, Edinburgh, featuring Smoked Oak flooring, stylish furniture, and vibrant greenery.

Smoked Oak Flooring for design hotel, Eden Locke.

Peter Sproule, design director at Moda Living, poses confidently outdoors, reflecting on the evolving rental market and sustainability.

Interview: Peter Sproule of Moda Living.