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Nathalie Kenning promoted to Associate at Jasper Sanders + Partners & welcomes new designer Josie Robertson
Jasper Sanders + Partners is delighted to announce the promotion of Nathalie Kenning, formerly Lead Interior Designer, to company Associate, as well as the appointment of a new team member, Junior Designer Josie Robertson. Nathalie Kenning has been with the company since 2021, joining directly after graduation from Leeds Beckett University. Since then, she has… Read More >
Kiln-free ceramics signal a new era in low-carbon surface design
As the built environment continues to focus on reducing embodied carbon, attention is increasingly turning towards materials that have traditionally been difficult to decarbonise. Ceramics sit firmly within that conversation. Long valued for their durability, versatility and aesthetic appeal, traditional ceramic tiles rely on energy-intensive firing processes that contribute significantly to their environmental impact. A… Read More >
CARE Welcomes His Majesty King Charles III to The CARE Hub, a Community Space Reimagined by Sanderson Design Group
CARE (Christian Action & Resource Enterprise) is honoured that His Majesty The King visited The CARE Hub community space at 86–88 Victoria Street today, as part of a visit to Grimsby to meet the people working together to build a stronger future for the town. This visit recognises CARE’s commitment and the impact of the… Read More >
A Decade of Disruption: Bjelin Reflects on 10 Years of Growth and Innovation
Bjelin is celebrating its 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of growth, innovation and international expansion. In the last year, the company has experienced a 40% increase in Woodura flooring growth, confirming the company’s strategic direction and market demand for durable, resource efficient flooring solutions. Since its launch in Sweden 2016, the company has expanded beyond… Read More >
LANZA atelier, founded by Isabel Abascal and Alessandro Arienzo, selected for the Serpentine Pavilion 2026
Serpentine is delighted to present the 2026 Pavilion by Mexican architecture studio LANZA atelier, founded by Isabel Abascal and Alessandro Arienzo. Titled a serpentine, the Pavilion opened to the public at Serpentine South on 6 June 2026, with Goldman Sachs supporting the annual project for the 12th consecutive year. Serpentine Pavilion 2026 a serpentine, designed… Read More >
Design Studio Lumsden Receives a King’s Award for Enterprise
London based design studio Lumsden has been honoured with King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade. Lumsden is one of only 185 organisations nationally to be recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in 2026. Announced today (Wednesday 6 May), the Award acknowledges the company’s outstanding achievement in International Trade. Lumsden was founded in… Read More >
Award-Winning Wangan Studio Arrives in London
Internationally recognised Wangan Studio has launched in London, bringing its integrated model of designing spaces to the UK. Mert Can Uzyıldırım, Kerem Özerler and Kutay Yorulmaz, co-founders Established across Istanbul and Paris, the studio arrives with a clear proposition: design as a single act. Architecture, interiors, branding and experience are conceived together under one direction… Read More >
Martha Brown Wins the Next Generation Exceptional Student Award 2026
Commercial Interiors UK and Design Insider are delighted to announce Martha Brown of Sheffield Hallam University as the winner of the Next Generation Exceptional Student Award 2026, sponsored by Silentnight Contract. Created to celebrate emerging talent within the commercial interiors industry, the Next Generation Awards recognise the creativity, ambition and potential of individuals shaping the… Read More >
VIA Antwerp by Merav Bustan wins Best Hotel Design of the year at the Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam 2026
VIA Antwerp, a lifestyle hotel designed by Berlin-based interior designer Merav Bustan, has received the Best Hotel Design Award of the year at the Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam 2026. Presented annually, the award recognises outstanding hotel projects across the Benelux region and Germany, evaluating both design quality and the integration of guest experience, functionality, and… Read More >
BW reports record financial year as turnover hits £326.7m
BW Interiors Limited, the trading name of BW: Workplace Experts (BW), has reported a 132% increase in pre-tax profit to £13.9 million for the fiscal year ending 31 December 2025. The London office fit out and design and build specialists are now targeting £500 million turnover by 2030. BW attributes its record performance, with turnover… Read More >
Next Generation Awards 2026 Judging Complete Ahead of Tonight’s Celebration
Ahead of tonight’s Next Generation Awards 2026, Commercial Interiors UK and Design Insider are proud to recognise the expert judging panels who have helped shape this year’s awards. Sponsored by Silentnight Contract, the Next Generation Awards celebrate the rising talent helping to define the future of commercial interiors. From emerging designers and apprentices to professionals… Read More >
Laufen and Roca open Sydney Gallery, a new hub for architecture and design in Australia
Roca Group, a global leader in bathroom solutions, has officially opened Sydney Gallery, a new design-led space that becomes part of its international network of Galleries developed worldwide. Roca Group is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and sale of bathroom products for architecture, construction, and interior design. Founded in 1917, it combines tradition… Read More >
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