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Laura Connelly

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Laura Connelly
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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.

Sumi fabric swatches in various colors, alongside natural elements and decorative items on a textured surface.
Designer Agnė Kučerenkaitė holds a unique handcrafted vase, symbolizing innovation and sustainable design from waste materials.
Modern office workspace with ergonomic chairs and desks, featuring panoramic ocean views, emphasizing inspiring workspace design.
Colorful, modern lamps from the SowdenLight SHADES collection, showcasing diverse configurations against a soft pink background.
Reiko Kaneko, a ceramicist, seated in her studio surrounded by colorful hand-crafted plates and ceramic art.
Jasper Sanders, designer and founder of Jasper Sanders + Partners, smiling while seated against a brick wall backdrop.
Textured stone setting featuring a unique hanging light, minimalist table, and handcrafted bowls in an innovative design display.
Modern washpod installation between escalators in a public space, emphasizing hygiene and design by CDUK.
Sculptural installation featuring repurposed coffee waste, showcasing circular forms arranged in an artistic pattern for London Design Festival 2021.
Bright yellow-themed modern interior featuring stylish chairs and a sleek table, perfect for autumn color inspiration.
Modern boys’ washroom at Stretford Grammar featuring inclusive design, sleek sinks, and private cubicles for accessibility.
Colorful geometric shapes made of materials displayed against a deep blue background, showcasing design creativity and innovation.
Modern residential buildings featuring Dekton façades against a blue sky in London.
Bright blue-tiled jewellery shop interior inspired by Wes Anderson, featuring elegant displays and playful red objects.
Natasha Bonugli, wearing a black turtleneck, poses thoughtfully in a modern chair against a textured brick wall.
Sleek, glass-clad office tower surrounded by greenery, pedestrians, and cyclists, illustrating urban regeneration design by ACPV.
Latvian designer examining a textured biomaterial panel, showcasing Studio Sarmite's innovation in sustainable design and waste reimagining.
Colorful textile sculptures by Anna Ray highlight the City of London’s weaving heritage in a vibrant exhibition space.
British artist Charlotte Smithson arranges suspended test tubes filled with flowers in her Manchester studio, showcasing her connection to nature.
Showcasing colorful material samples and designs at the Surface Design Show 2022, emphasizing sustainable design trends and creativity.