Industry News
A Strategic Stitch: Chase Erwin and thesign® Join Forces Under Panaz Group
In a move that signals bold growth and creative synergy within the luxury textile sector, Chase Erwin has acquired Swiss design house thesign®, marking a transformative new chapter for the brand. To explore the strategy behind this landmark acquisition, Design Insider sat down with Tony Attard, Founder & Chairman of Panaz Group, and Lauren Stonnell,… Read More >
Designs with Distinction: Workspace Design Awards Launched!
Workspace Design Show (25 – 26 February 2026, Business Design Centre, London) announces the launch of the Workspace Design Awards, a brand-new awards programme dedicated exclusively to celebrating outstanding workplace design and its impact on business. The 2026 London edition of the Workspace Design Show will see the first awards take place on 25 February… Read More >
MillerKnoll Unveils Landmark Archives Space: A Living Legacy of Modern Design
MillerKnoll announces the opening of its archives, a 12,000-square-foot space located at its Michigan Design Yard headquarters in Holland. The one-of-a-kind facility serves as a new permanent home for the brands’ archival collections, with holdings of over one million total objects. Featuring a selection of these works from Herman Miller, Knoll, and other brands of… Read More >
Humanscale Highlights its Award-Winning Chairs That Help Clean Our Oceans During Plastic Free July
Humanscale the leading manufacturer of ergonomic products is a certified B Corporation recognised for its planet positive manufacturing leaving the world better off, one product at a time. In support of Plastic Free July, it is showcasing its range of Ocean chairs: the Smart Ocean, Liberty Ocean, and Path chairs all made with reclaimed ocean… Read More >
f.r.a. Achieves B Corp Certification, Joining a Global Movement for Purpose-Driven Design
f.r.a. a design company specialising in wayfinding, placemaking and brand for the built environment, has become the latest UK business to achieve B Corp Certification, the internationally recognised standard for businesses committed to balancing, people, planet and profit. London and Shrewsbury – based design studio f.r.a. joins the global movement for responsible business Verified by… Read More >
Celebrating 40 Years of Design Innovation: Seltex Wallcoverings
As a proud sponsor of the Commercial Interiors UK Summer Party 2025, Seltex Wallcoverings marks an extraordinary milestone, 40 years at the forefront of the commercial interiors industry. Known for their exceptional craftsmanship, bespoke capabilities, and enduring relationships with architects and designers, Seltex has become a trusted name in wallcoverings for sectors ranging from hospitality… Read More >
Skopos Champions Emerging Talent with ‘Latitude’ Launch
Skopos was extremely proud to be involved in the prestigious New Designers event last June, at the Business Design Centre, Islington, London. New Designers, the annual event, which champions the work of talented student artists across the UK, covers a broad spectrum of artistic disciplines, including ceramics, fashions, interior textiles, fine art and jewellery, and… Read More >
MillerKnoll Unveils Expansive Chicago Flagship at Fulton Market Design Days 2025
MillerKnoll, a global leader in design, is introducing a new Chicago flagship location in time for Fulton Market Design Days taking place from June 9-11, 2025. Spanning eight floors and nearly 70,000 square feet of showroom and retail space between the existing building at 1100 West Fulton Market and a new location at 1144 West Fulton Market,… Read More >
Chase Erwin Strengthens Global Presence with thesign® Textiles Acquisition
Chase Erwin Textiles, a leading name in the luxury textiles sector, today announced the acquisition of thesign® Textiles, an innovative provider of premium woven and printed fabrics based in Switzerland. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for Chase Erwin as it continues to expand its global footprint and reinforce its position as a pioneer… Read More >
Design Careers Take Centre Stage as Hansgrohe Opens Doors for Emerging Talent at CDW 2025
Kicking off its 2025 Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) schedule, Tuesday 20th May between 3pm and 7pm, will see Hansgrohe open its doors for an afternoon packed with advice and inspiration – all dedicated to those wanting to make the most of a career in design. Hosted in its refreshed Water Studio in Clerkenwell – a… Read More >
Celebrating the Future of Design: Julia Gdula Wins the Next Generation Student Award 2025
Commercial Interiors UK (CIUK) Next Generation Awards returned for their second year, once again shining a spotlight on the brightest emerging talents in interior design. This year’s event, sponsored by Silent Night Contract and held at the iconic Hallé St Peters in Manchester, was not only a celebration of student excellence but also saw the… Read More >
Shining a Light on Talent: Celebrating Commercial Interiors UK Next Generation Member Awards 2025
Following the success of the 2024 Next Generation Student Award, Commercial Interiors UK (CIUK) expanded their awards programme in 2025 with the introduction of four new categories exclusively for CIUK members. These awards were designed not only to celebrate outstanding individuals within the commercial interiors supply chain but also to provide the wider industry with a… Read More >
Southern Drapes Reveals New Website: Celebrating Four Decades of Handcrafted Luxury and Timeless Design
For nearly four decades, Southern Drapes has been synonymous with exquisite craftsmanship, timeless design, and luxury. Specialising in bespoke soft furnishings for the world’s most prestigious hotels and high-end residences, their work graces iconic interiors including The Dorchester, Adare Manor, The Lanesborough, and Broadwick Soho. With the launch of their newly reimagined website, Southern Drapes unveils a… Read More >