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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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Bright yellow exterior of the Novu Waffle house featuring a "Delivery Pick Up" window and modern design elements.

Masquespacio puts spin on 'waffle house' concept.

Modern workspace featuring a circular lounge area and a long table, designed for collaboration at Butternut Box.

New workspace for Butternut Box.

Green curtains from the Tundra collection by ILIV complement a stylish wooden table and a decorative vase.

Explore the Tundra collection from ILIV.

Modern co-working space featuring greenery, a large communal table, and relaxed seating, showcasing Vita Group's uhaus brand design.

Vita Group's ‘uhaus’ brand evolution of BTR.

Vivid nature-inspired wallcovering featuring tropical plants and wildlife, showcased alongside a wooden table and decorative plants.

Muraspec launches Panthera and Yucatan.

Chic interior of a boutique hotel lounge featuring vibrant artwork, stylish seating, and distinctive herringbone flooring.

Atkinson & Kirby at Oban boutique hotels.

Renovated Rosebank Distillery at dusk, showcasing modern architecture alongside the original historic chimney, blending heritage and innovation.

MLA's Rosebank Distillery transformation.

Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens Pavilion illuminated at night, featuring geometric light patterns on a concrete wall.

SpaceInvader: Piccadilly Gardens Pavilion.

Diverse group of professionals featured in interviews about design, creativity, and innovation in 2024.

Year in review: Your most-read interviews of 2024.

Material Source Studio: Christmas opening times.

Unique furniture made from transformed coffee bags, showcasing sustainable design by Vepa and Peeze with scattered coffee beans.

Vepa transforms would-be waste coffee bags.

Diverse group of industry leaders in architecture and design, showcasing expertise and innovative ideas for 2025.

2025 Forecast: 25 views from industry leaders.