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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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Forbo flooring contrast against yellow panelled walls

Forbo's adhesive free vinyl supports refurbs.

Photography of Akeefah Tasnia

Interview: Akeefah Tasnia on EDI in architecture.

Words on the screen in a seminar setting

Designing for EDI: How does design empower people?

Gym interiors get a low carbon, high aesthetic uplift from Glass & Mirror Technology.

Glass & Mirror Technology: Gym interiors.

First look: Rylands Building with Jeffrey Bell Architects & Domis.

First look: Jeffrey Bell Architects & Domis.

Halo light hangs above table and chairs

Meet Halo from lumenear UK.

Modern breakout area with calming decor, featuring wooden accents, comfortable seating, and vibrant plants at Calibro Workspace.

Agua Fabrics collaborates with Calibro Workspace.

Sophisticated reception area of The Place in Nottingham, featuring wooden accents and elegant lighting design.

Ekho Studio: PBSA scheme at The Place, Nottingham.

Andrew Hadden, HLM Architects associate, smiles against a rustic brick backdrop, highlighting sustainable architecture and carbon reduction themes.

Andrew Hadden, associate at HLM & president GIA.

BDP Glasgow team collaborating in the new Grosvenor Building studio, discussing sketches and design ideas around a large table.

In Practice: With BDP Glasgow.

Elegant lounge chair positioned in front of textured wallcovering and warm pendant lamp, showcasing Arte's sophisticated Spring collections.

Arte's new Luster & Merino collections.

Modern Manchester Digital Campus office complex designed by AtkinsRéalis, featuring green spaces and urban architecture.

First look: Manchester Digital Campus.