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Exclusive Interviews with the Designers Behind the CDW Landmark Installations: Chris Duffy, Duffy London
Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) stands as a premier highlight in the UK’s commercial design landscape, annually transforming London’s Clerkenwell into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. The festival, which attracts designers, architects, and enthusiasts worldwide, features an array of showroom events, exhibitions, and engaging activities. Central to the festival’s allure are the commissioned installations, strategically… Read More >
Shaping the Future: GTA Interior’s Groundbreaking Move to Employee Ownership
In an exclusive interview with James Barton, Finance Director at GTA Interior, we delve into the transformative journey of this leading design and build firm as it embraces a new phase of employee ownership. Positioned at the forefront of the industry, GTA Interior recently transitioned to an Employee Owned Trust (EOT), marking a pivotal shift… Read More >
Have Your Say: What advice would you give to the next generation of interior designers?
At Design Insider we recognise the expertise within commercial interiors and we are proud to instigate conversations which inform, challenge & inspire the people who make our sector thrive. We’ve brought together industry experts to share their advice for the next generation of interior designers? I’d advise great caution over the use of artificial intelligence… Read More >
A Conversation Between: Jim Biddulph & Jake Solomon
It’s uncommon for professional athletes or coaches to move to a new sport (Ted Lasso aside) and it’s perhaps even rarer that they make the leap into an entirely new industry altogether. Having moved to America to study towards the beginning of the new millennium, Jake Solomon established himself as a basketball coach, which as… Read More >
Exclusive Interviews with the Minds Behind the CDW Landmark Installations: Lauris Svarups, Jestico + Whiles
Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) stands as a premier highlight in the UK’s commercial design landscape, annually transforming London’s Clerkenwell into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. The festival, which attracts designers, architects, and enthusiasts worldwide, features an array of showroom events, exhibitions, and engaging activities. Central to the festival’s allure are the commissioned installations, strategically… Read More >
Exclusive Interviews with the Designers Behind the CDW Landmark Installations: Jordan Cluroe & Russell Whitehead
Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) stands as a premier highlight in the UK’s commercial design landscape, annually transforming London’s Clerkenwell into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. The festival, which attracts designers, architects, and enthusiasts worldwide, features an array of showroom events, exhibitions, and engaging activities. Central to the festival’s allure are the commissioned installations,… Read More >
A Conversation Between: Jim Biddulph & Snehal Hannurkar
Proposing we build structures made from hemp and cork fabric would have raised more than a few eyebrows even as recently as a decade ago. But as the need to move away from carbon-heavy materials and processes has finally begun to sink in, the development of such biomaterials is becoming more pertinent than ever. Thankfully… Read More >
Shaping the Future of Architecture: An In-Depth Look at AI Integration with Mariangela Iodice at Make
Welcome to an enlightening conversation on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and architecture with Mariangela Iodice, BIM Coordinator and Partner at Make, a company celebrated for its imaginative design and resilient placemaking. As AI continues to be a pivotal focus for Design Insider throughout 2024, this conversation is particularly relevant for our commercial interiors… Read More >
Innovation and Community: How Newmor Wallcoverings Thrives on Tradition
As part of our Next Generation campaign, we caught up with one of Commercial Interiors UK’s longest serving members, Newmor Wallcoverings. David Johnson & Robbie Williams Established in 1967 and based in Welshpool in mid Wales, Newmor has built a reputation as a leading manufacturer in traditional contract specification wallcoverings. But did you know that… Read More >
Career Profile: James Burke, Acrylicize
As part of our Career Profile series, we had the privilege of speaking with James Burke, Founder & Global Creative Director at Acrylicize. We’re pleased to share James’ career so far and hope you can find inspiration in his journey to drive forward your own creative career. The Constant Need for Approval by James Burke… Read More >
MBDS’ George McPherson introduces KLC students to Broadwick Soho in a conversation hosted by Hansgrohe Water Studio
At a recent event at hansgrohe’s Clerkenwell Water Studio, Design Insider’s Managing Editor Alys Bryan led a conversation with George McPherson, Furniture and FF&E designer at Martin Brudnizki Design Studio (MBDS), in front of an audience of KLC School of Design students. The conversation aimed to bridge the gap between design education and industry practice,… Read More >
Column: More sustainable lighting design – where less really is more!
Lighting design practice is a combination of art and science. Historically, on commercial schemes, the engineering solution has dominated over more creative design approaches. There have been good reasons for this, and we still of course need to meet and respect all building regulations and best practice standards for the lit environments we work, live… Read More >
Behind the Scenes with Cleo: Founders Tom Lancer and Westley Harnett’s Vision
In the wake of our recent article looking into Cleo’s transformative rebrand from The Workplace Partner, we delve deeper into the minds behind this innovative shift. Founders Tom Lancer and Westley Harnett share their journey, shedding light on the pivot towards a brand that champions wellness, authenticity, and a reimagined workplace culture. This conversation unveils… Read More >