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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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Vibrant seating area in a colorful dessert café designed by Phoenix Wharf, featuring pink and blue decor.

Phoenix Wharf crafts candy-coloured fantasia.

Panelist discussing key insights at a 2022 year-in-review event, with an engaged audience in the background.

Year in review: Top insight of 2022.

Stylish interior design featuring sustainable decor, including pendant lights, a potted plant, and eco-friendly materials.

Year in review: Top innovation of 2022.

Modern café interior featuring vibrant coral chairs and lush greenery, highlighting popular design trends in hospitality for 2022.

Year in review: Top projects of 2022.

Modern kitchen interior featuring minimalist decor, geometric artwork, and a magazine on a white countertop with a coffee cup.

Unicorn Stores: A HQ for a heritage company.

Textured white material samples showcasing innovative design in new materials, highlighting OPT Industries' unique approach to sustainability.

Interview: Jifei Ou of OPT Industries.

M1NT Studio's team collaborates in a contemporary workspace, showcasing innovative interior design and architectural concepts.

Interview: M1NT Studio.

Luxury kitchen featuring a gold Pronteau Propure 4 IN 1 steaming hot tap alongside a tea set and elegant afternoon tea display.

Pronteau Propure 4 IN 1 by Abode: Style & safety.

Artistic representation of Pantone's 2023 Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, featuring intricate textures and bold hues.

Pantone 2023 Color of the Year: Viva Magenta.

Modern Tiros seating collection by Gresham, featuring stylish armchairs with plush cushions in a sophisticated library setting.

Tiros seating collection by Gresham.

3D printing process for construction, showcasing a robotic arm applying concrete layers for sustainable building design.

How do you grow a building? You 3D print it.

Four diverse team members from Auric Design stand confidently against a sleek black backdrop, embodying collaboration and creativity.

Interview: Jose Kennedy of Auric Design.