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Inspiration

Our inspiration section encapsulates that feeling of enthusiasm that we all get from new ideas, insight, and creativity. Whether it's interviewing the most exciting and knowledgable industry experts, reviewing an event, taking a tour, or offering design inspiration through one of our monthly mood boards, this section delivers innovative thoughts and ideas for the workspace, hospitality, public, healthcare, education, and residential sectors.

Swirling shades of brown and cream represent Pantone's Colour of the Year 2025, Mocha Mousse, in an artistic form.
Vibrant display of Dutch design featuring colorful textiles, modern decor, and innovative crafts at Dutch Design Week 2024.
BIM manager Sam Roberts discusses digital twins' impact on achieving Net Zero targets, wearing a brown button-up shirt.
Participants engaged in a creative gingerbread house decorating workshop at Material Source Studio in Manchester.
Sandra Junele sits amidst vibrant discarded textiles, reading a book on sustainable art and closed-loop practices.
Creative individuals engage with vibrant textile artworks at the Design Council's Design for Planet Festival.
Art installation by Frankie Boyle featuring a wooden wall piece with blue lighting, evoking emotions at LiGHT 24 exhibition.
Simon Millington, founder of Incognito, poses thoughtfully in a stylish interior design setting, highlighting his innovative approach.
Sarah de Freitas, creative director at AXI Studio, with long brown hair against a dark background, embodying modern architecture and design.
Worker monitoring production machinery in Forbo's Telford factory, highlighting sustainable flooring systems, celebrating 100 years of Nuway.
Guests enjoying drinks and lively conversation at the Community festival event at Material Source Studio in Manchester.
Modern workspace with unique rugs in various shapes, showcasing sustainable design concepts at Orgatec 2024.
Tim Goss, principal consultant at Steer, smiling in a professional setting, emphasizing transport infrastructure and travel strategies.
James Brimble, senior project architect at Page\Park, poses confidently against a stone wall in Glasgow.
A selection of by-product based materials, showcasing innovative textures and colors for circular design exploration.
William Lee, lead designer at Giles Miller Studio, poses with a thoughtful expression against a neutral background.
Kim Ebling, director of decarbonisation at Corstorphine & Wright, smiling during a discussion about AI and social housing challenges.
Colorful geometric sculptures made from reused materials, highlighting innovative design at Dundee Design Festival 2024.
Michael McGurk, project director at MLA, discussing challenges in Scottish residential renovations with a project plan on the table.