Industry News
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 >
International Women’s Day 2026 – Sharing the Load: Reimagining Parenthood in the Built Environment
International Women’s Day on 8th March has long created space for important conversations around equality, leadership and the realities of balancing career progression with family life. Parenthood, in particular, has historically been positioned as part of the women’s narrative, however, this conversation widened the breadth of the discussion. Prompted by International Women’s Day, chapmanbdsp brought… Read More >
Studio Moren promotes Ed Murray to Partner
Studio Moren is proud to announce the promotion of Ed Murray to Partner, representing a significant milestone for the growing, 70-strong practice of architecture and interior design specialists. Ed originally joined the studio in 2007 as a graduate and developed his early career at Studio Moren, through to his first years as a qualified architect…. Read More >
Humanscale Opens Landmark Sydney Showroom, Further Expanding Its Global Design Footprint
Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance workplace products, has officially opened its first-ever Australian showroom in Sydney. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued global expansion and long-term commitment to the Australian market, further expanding its showroom presence across the APAC region. Located within the iconic Royal Exchange Assurance Building on… Read More >
Harrison and Conceptional Announce Strategic Partnership to Redefining Hotel Food & Beverage Concepts Across the UK and Europe
Harrison, specialists in hospitality architecture, interior design and brand storytelling, has announced a new strategic partnership with food and beverage consultancy experts, Conceptional, a leading food and beverage consulting firm specialising in hotels and experience-driven environments, food and beverage consultancy experts. Together, they will create a new client-focused solution which marries operational excellence and strategic… Read More >
Milliken Floors to Exhibit at Workspace Design Show London 2026, Celebrating 40 Years of UK Manufacturing
Milliken Floors, a leading provider of innovative commercial flooring solutions, is delighted to announce its participation in the Workspace Design Show London 2026. The event, renowned as the UK’s premier workspace interiors exhibition, will take place in London and attract architects, designers, and workplace professionals from across the country and beyond. The exhibition takes place… Read More >