Industry News
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 >
Introducing IN THE FOLD: A new quarterly magazine for Design Insider subscribers
Subscribe to the Design Insider weekly newsletter to access IN THE FOLD, our new quarterly magazine, a curated, subscriber-exclusive edit of the stories shaping commercial interiors. We are surrounded by an extraordinary amount of content every day. Insight, inspiration, expertise, innovation. There is more available to us than ever before to enrich the way we… Read More >
Zebra continues its global expansion with its latest studio in Sydney, Australia
Zebra, a leading international interior design and architecture consultancy, has opened a studio in Sydney under the leadership of recently appointed, Tim Bradbury, which marks its first permanent base in Australia. Zebra’s expertise spans the full design and architectural spectrum; from brand strategy and brand design, conceptual interior design through to design implementation of existing concepts, to being able to act as Architect of Record in all 50 US States. … Read More >
Cheshire-Based DV8 Designs Celebrates 20 Years of Design Innovation
We are delighted to share that Cheshire-based, award-winning Architectural and Interior Design Practice, DV8 Designs, are proudly celebrating 20 years of delivering exceptional design solutions! Established in March 2006 by Managing Director Lee Birchall, the practice began as a small home-based studio before moving into its first office at Birchwood Park in Warrington, initially focusing… Read More >
IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates European growth expanding its portfolio by over a quarter in three years
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is rapidly expanding its footprint in Europe, adding over 32,800 rooms in the past three years to its portfolio – growth of 27%. Six Senses, London A supportive macro backdrop continues to fuel IHG’s growth as it expands its scale and presence in Europe’s… Read More >
Barons Contract Furniture Announces Strategic Expansion with Major Investment in Leyland
Barons Contract Furniture, one of the fastest-growing manufacturers of contract furniture in the UK, has announced a significant expansion of its Leyland operations, acquiring the neighbouring unit to create an enlarged, state-of-the-art facility — a strategic investment reflecting the company’s continued growth and long-term vision. Following a sustained period of success and increasing demand, the… Read More >
Shortlist revealed for the Next Generation Awards 2026
As the media outlet of Commercial Interiors UK, Design Insider is proud to support the Next Generation Awards 2026 and help shine a light on the emerging talent shaping the future of the commercial interiors sector. By sharing the stories, achievements and progression of the people coming through the industry, the awards align closely with… Read More >
Humanscale Brings Human-Centered Design to San Francisco with New Showroom
Humanscale, the global leader in ergonomic design and workplace well-being, announces the opening of its new San Francisco showroom, a ground-floor space designed in collaboration with architect Suchi Reddy FAIA, founder of acclaimed architecture and design firm Reddymade. Humanscale is the global leader in high-performance ergonomic products that improve the health and comfort of work… Read More >
Humanscale Opens Shanghai Flagship Store, Marking a New Chapter in Its Asia Pacific Retail Strategy
Leading ergonomic designer and manufacturer opens its second flagship in China to meet the region’s rising demand for wellness-led design. Humanscale opened its flagship retail store in Shanghai at the end of January, marking a significant and important milestone in the company’s continued expansion in China and its evolution into a globally recognised, consumer-facing design… Read More >
Designing for Difference: From classrooms to offices, KI embeds neurodiversity into everyday design
As the understanding of neurodiversity continues to grow across education and workplace sectors, KI is furthering its longstanding commitment to creating environments that support different ways of thinking, learning and engaging. Through research-led design and close collaboration with architects and specifiers, KI is helping organisations translate inclusive principles into practical, everyday solutions. KI’s furniture helps… Read More >
Manchester City Announces Partnership with Silentnight
Manchester City and Silentnight, a BCorp organisation and the UK’s most trusted sleep brand, have announced a new partnership. The agreement will see Silentnight become the Club’s Official Sleep Partner. Silentnight Group is the home of the most trusted sleep brands in the bed industry, including Silentnight Beds, the UKs leading sleep brand and Serta,… Read More >
Commercial Interiors UK Annual Directory 2026 Launches as a Leading Resource for Commercial Interior Suppliers and Industry Insight
The Commercial Interiors UK (CIUK) Annual Directory 2026 has officially launched, marking a renewed statement of intent from the trade association and a clear signal of confidence in the strength of the commercial interiors sector. While the publication continues to serve as a trusted sourcing resource, connecting designers, specifiers and operators with over 200 Accredited… Read More >