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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, modern lamps from the SowdenLight SHADES collection, showcasing diverse configurations against a soft pink background.

SowdenLight throws some Shades.

Reiko Kaneko, a ceramicist, seated in her studio surrounded by colorful hand-crafted plates and ceramic art.

Meet the maker: Reiko Kaneko.

Jasper Sanders, designer and founder of Jasper Sanders + Partners, smiling while seated against a brick wall backdrop.

Interview: Jasper Sanders.

Textured stone setting featuring a unique hanging light, minimalist table, and handcrafted bowls in an innovative design display.

Tactile Baltics: A focus on materials.

Modern washpod installation between escalators in a public space, emphasizing hygiene and design by CDUK.

Primo Specialist Washpod by CDUK.

Sculptural installation featuring repurposed coffee waste, showcasing circular forms arranged in an artistic pattern for London Design Festival 2021.

LDF/21: Giles Miller Studio x Grind.

Bright yellow-themed modern interior featuring stylish chairs and a sleek table, perfect for autumn color inspiration.

Top 5: Colour inspiration 2021.

Modern boys’ washroom at Stretford Grammar featuring inclusive design, sleek sinks, and private cubicles for accessibility.

Inclusive washroom scheme for Stretford Grammar.

Colorful geometric shapes made of materials displayed against a deep blue background, showcasing design creativity and innovation.

Part 5: Introducing the MSS partners.

Modern residential buildings featuring Dekton façades against a blue sky in London.

Dekton by Cosentino specified for exterior façade.

Bright blue-tiled jewellery shop interior inspired by Wes Anderson, featuring elegant displays and playful red objects.

Wes Anderson-style swimming pool blue hues.

Natasha Bonugli, wearing a black turtleneck, poses thoughtfully in a modern chair against a textured brick wall.

Interview: Natasha Bonugli.