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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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Attendees engage in discussion during the Future of Residential seminar, showcasing collaboration in innovative residential design.

The Future of Residential.

Lesley Roberts, partner at Allsop, discusses the future of the build to rent market, emphasizing community and flexibility.

Interview: Lesley Roberts, partner at Allsop.

Interactive Lutron display featuring vibrant lighting and floral arrangement, showcasing innovative design inspiration for architecture and lighting.

Lutron's Prismatic interactive experience for A&D.

Contemporary Greek fast food interior design featuring blue columns, wooden seating, and a minimalist aesthetic at Egeo restaurant.

Masquespacio fuses tradition & tech for Egeo.

Tower of Light featuring intricate lattice design, part of Manchester's zero-carbon initiative, against a cloudy sky.

Tonkin Liu’s Tower of Light & Wall of Energy.

Stylish interior of M'Arks Sky Bar in London, featuring modern lighting, elegant furnishings, and a vibrant bar atmosphere.

The sky's the limit: M’Arks Sky Bar, London.

Tom Dixon and Bethan Ryder engage in a lively discussion on biomaterials and the metaverse with an attentive audience.

CDW22 kicks off with Tom Dixon & Bethan Ryder.

Sculptor Vic Wright in her studio, holding a piece of clay while surrounded by various sculpting materials.

Meet the maker: Sculptor, Vic Wright.

Panel discussion at the Future of Workplace seminar, with an audience engaged in a modern office setting.

Future of the Workplace.

Coconut materials and sustainable biocomposite panels displayed together, showcasing innovative coconut-based products by NaturLoop.

Cocoboard: Sustainable coconut-based panels.

Contemporary Karndean Knight Tile flooring displayed in a modern living space with stylish furniture and decor.

Knight Tile by Karndean offers flexible design.

Exhibition setup featuring diverse materials and textures in a gallery, celebrating the From The Ground Up initiative.

Come & celebrate From The Ground Up.