Industry News
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 >
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 >