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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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Modern hipped house design by Oliver Leech Architects features a blend of natural materials and serene outdoor living space.

Hipped House by Oliver Leech Architects.

Modern office space at Queen Mary University, featuring collaborative areas and greenery, promoting innovative work environments.

Arcadis IBI Group x Queen Mary University, London.

Refurbished exterior of The Lexi cinema, featuring a marquee with film listings and a woman walking past.

Cinematic spaces: The Lexi by RISE Design Studio.

Modern retail space featuring a warm welcome desk, decorative lamp, and a stylish tote bag against a rustic brick backdrop.

ōH store by MONIKA Studio.

Modern interior featuring red doors against warm wood, showcasing 2023 color trends inspired by bold design choices.

Interior colour trends 2023: Red.

Stylish interior of WunderLocke in Munich featuring natural decor, modern furniture, and vibrant greenery.

Holloway Li designs WunderLocke in Munich.

Modern glass partition showcasing colorful interior design elements and plants at Globe Point, Leeds, by Ekho Studio.

Ekho Studio melds past & future at Globe Point.

Hazel Pearson, director at Michael Laird Architects, smiles at a workspace table adorned with design materials and stationery.

Interview: Hazel Pearson, Michael Laird Architects

Elegant seating area featuring Karndean Designflooring, historic decor, and a statement mirror in CoVault's Glasgow location.

Karndean brings new life to historic building.

Bright citrus-themed interior of the Mango Teen store in Barcelona, featuring recycling and collection signage.

Zingy citrus scheme for first Mango Teen store.

Elegant dining setup at The Libertine, featuring exposed brick arches and stylish decor in London's Royal Exchange.

The Libertine: Grade-1 listed transformation.

Eliza Kesuma showcases vibrant wallpaper designs from Moody Monday in her Edinburgh studio, emphasizing creativity and color.

Interview: Eliza Kesuma, founder of Moody Monday.