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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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Colorful Memphis Milano furniture displayed against a playful black-and-white patterned wall in a modern gallery setting.
Four artists from DeakinBio, engaged in innovative research and creative projects, showcasing diverse expressions in black and white portraits.
Modern architecture at Borough Yards features textured brick exterior with illuminated signage, highlighting a cultural destination in London.
Matt Redding, associate at Gensler, smiling in front of greenery, reflecting on ESG principles for sustainable architecture.
Networking event at Material Source Studio Manchester, featuring diverse attendees engaging in conversation and enjoying refreshments.
Modern workspace interior of PZ Cussons headquarters featuring a stylish bar area, greenery, and collaborative seating spaces.
A textured, white arch-shaped panel made from Smile Plastics’ eco-friendly material named Heron, set against a brown background.
A woman enjoys coffee while using her phone in a modern office, highlighting Scanomat's premium TopBrewer partnership with QBE.
Panel discussion on neurodiversity featuring two speakers engaged in an interactive conversation at Material Source Studio event.
Charlotte Thornton, an interior designer at jmarchitects, smiling while discussing sustainable design and uplifting color palettes.
Bright green plants and glassware displayed on modern shelves at the Spicer & Cole concession in Bristol's Royal West of England Academy.
Modern dining area featuring a unique pink chair, wooden table, cylindrical stool, and textured golden wall inspired by Tangram designs.