Industry News
KI Desks & Storage Selected for RFIB’s new HQ
RFIB’s new global headquarters at 30 St Mary Axe have transformed their workplace strategy to embrace both traditional and new ways of working. Located on the twelfth floor of this landmark building, the new offices feature panoramic views and generous natural light. Offering an enhanced user and visitor experience, they are bright, open, flexible and… Read More >
Sedus: New Dimensions Event
Design Insider is thrilled to share Sedus’ invitation for their upcoming live event New Dimensions on Thursday, 29th October from 6 to 7 PM CET / 5 to 6 PM GMT. The working environment is undergoing a constant change, which the current circumstances have accelerated considerably. Today, office work can take place anywhere. Even internationally staffed… Read More >
13 Reasons to Specify Laminate for Projects
Projects and interiors are more demanding than ever, so it is important to make sure you are specifying the right surface. Laminate is a staple product for many designers, as it offers flexible design in both commercial and private applications. Design Insider speaks with Egger to find out more about the reasons why the specification… Read More >
Hygiene at the Heart of Bathroom Design
One of the UK and Europe’s leading shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, saw a rapid return to previous levels of output after lockdown restrictions were lifted. But times are now clearly different. Roman has been embracing cleanability for decades – but more so than ever before now due to COVID-19 as consumers prioritise hygiene when… Read More >
The Future of the Office and Office Workers
The BCFA has published its major new report into the future of the office and office workers. According to the report findings, the seismic change in the way we work now is here to stay but the future will be a mix of people working from home and at the office. This ‘new norm’ of… Read More >
Herman Miller Redesigns London Showroom
Leading furniture manufacturer Herman Miller has opened the doors of its newly transformed London showroom, welcoming both commercial customers and consumers. Designed with RIBA award-winning Found Associates, the new space at 2 Kingsway showcases a broad portfolio of products from across the Herman Miller Group family of brands. [Find Herman Miller on the BCFA Product… Read More >
BCFA Launch Showroom Guide
Design Insider is thrilled to be able to share with you The BCFA’s latest Showroom Guide. Included in the digital Showroom Guide is over 70 BCFA members, providing details of showrooms. Most BCFA members have opened up their showrooms and are keen to encourage visits from clients to view their latest collections. Download here: BCFA… Read More >
Camira’s Ocean-waste fabric at Deutsche Bahn’s headquarters
Camira Fabrics have exciting news to share – Oceanic – Camira’s first textile to include marine plastic waste – has been chosen by Europe’s largest railway operator, Deutsche Bahn, for inclusion in its brand-new, eco-friendly office suites. Based in Cube Berlin, Deutsche Bahn’s new home has been heralded as Europe’s smartest office thanks to its… Read More >
Phoenix Wharf helps The Bristol Loaf rise in new location
Phoenix Wharf, the Bristol-based interior design and branding agency specialising in hospitality and retail, has announced the completion of a new scheme for innovative bakery business The Bristol Loaf. The Bristol Loaf ‘s first outlet was a single-unit bakery and café in the Redfield area of the city, before expanding into a second unit and… Read More >
Roca’s Sea Change Exhibition
Following the disruption of Covid-19, Roca London Gallery has extended their exhibition ‘Sea Change’ until the end of 2020. The exhibition explores how architecture is having to adapt to a growing climate reality: urban flooding. A recent RIBA report1 shows that 1 in 6 UK homes are currently vulnerable to flooding, with that number expected… Read More >
Connected by wood
We’re all fairly used to meetings conducted via video conference call now. But what happens for makers, particularly those who work in teams and need to be hands on in their approach? Recent London Design Festival project Connected, an initiative led by UK furniture makers Benchmark took the opportunity to explore this whilst simultaneously addressing… Read More >
Silentinght Explores Commercial Sustainability
In the past 12 months, increased awareness of global environmental crises has nudged sustainability from a niche concern to a mainstream opportunity. Silentnight Group explores the response to sustainability, eco-friendly designs, and what the future has in store for sustainability in the Hospitality sector. [Find Silentnight Group on the BCFA Product Finder] In response, we… Read More >
Sustainable Sleep by Hypnos
With over a century of experience in creating bespoke handmade beds for homes and some of the world’s leading hotel brands, Hypnos has continuously evolved to keep up with the latest technology and consumer demands. Now, as it looks to expand its decade-long commitment to protecting the environment, the British bedmaker continues to focus on… Read More >