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Antumbra Lighting Design: The Quiet Influence of Light
With over two decades of experience illuminating boutique hotels, luxury yachts, and international public spaces, Damien McKay, Partner at Antumbra Lighting Design, has shaped how architecture is experienced through light. In this opinion piece, he explores how lighting is not merely a complement to design, but its defining medium, transforming materials, guiding emotion, and giving… Read More >
Workplace Matters: Why We Must Not Forget AI is a Tool, but Creativity is Human
Workplace Matters is an editorial series which explores thought-provoking and knowledge-based opinions on the workplace. This monthly series sparks meaningful conversations and shapes workplace design discourse. Workplace Matters continues with a compelling reflection from Ena Mujagić, Head of Interior Design at Kettle Collective, who shares her thoughts on the rising presence of AI in design and… Read More >
Column: Engineered Wood & Zoning – My Go To Choices!
Wood brings the human touch to any corporate fit-out, but it’s also a brilliant tool to guide customers / clients. I like to treat the plank direction as an arrow: move the graining 90o to signal a breakout space, or switch to a chevron format in the café to add an uplifting feeling. Colour blocking… Read More >
Joyful Spaces: Copenhagen Contemporary – Jenny Crossland, SpaceInvader
Outside our homes, the commercial spaces we inhabit daily should do more than just function – they should enrich our lives and spark joy. Our new Joyful Spaces series will form a collection of inspiring spaces, chosen by designers and professionals who share their personal connections to the places that brighten their days. Each article in this… Read More >
Grounded in Connection: Studio 93 Brings a Human Touch to Northern Energy’s New HQ
At Design Insider, we love discovering studios that balance creativity, collaboration, and genuine care for the people who use the spaces they design, and we’re thrilled to welcome Studio 93 to our platform for the very first time! In this feature, we sit down with Jake Harris, Senior Interior Designer at Studio 93, to explore… Read More >
Margaret Howell 2026 Calendar & Exhibition: Peter Collingwood – Macrogauze Wall Hangings (1922-2008)
Margaret Howell is pleased to announce an exhibition of Macrogauze wall hangings by Peter Collingwood (1922–2008), regarded as one of the most important weavers of the 20th century. A selection of Macrogauze wall hangings will also feature in the 2026 Margaret Howell Calendar. You can also read all about the current calendar that celebrates Lucienne… Read More >
Sustainable Disruption: How Jane Abernethy Is Building a Net Positive Future at Humanscale
As Humanscale prepares to launch its latest CSR report, in a candid and deeply insightful conversation, Design Insider’s Alys Bryan sat down with Jane Abernethy, Chief Sustainability Officer at Humanscale, to explore her remarkable journey from industrial design to leading one of the most ambitious sustainability programmes in the commercial furniture industry. Jane brings a… Read More >
A Season of Change
As the signs of seasonal change begin to come into focus, it’s perhaps a good time of year to take note of some projects that harness transformation as a positive act of creation. Autumn is a period of abundance, notably in the natural world, where the energy and vitality of the spring and summer reach… Read More >
74: From Rebellious Architects to Interior Design Visionaries – David Holt on People-First Design
In this exclusive Design Insider interview, we speak with David Holt, co-founder of award-winning Manchester-based design studio 74. Known for their people-first approach, 74 specialises in large-scale PBSA, Build-to-Rent and hospitality developments, with a portfolio spanning the UK and Europe. Their work ranges from revitalising Grade I-listed heritage sites to creating sustainable, resident focused spaces shaped… Read More >
Workplace Matters: WELL Benefits for Guests and Employees
Workplace Matters is an editorial series which explores thought-provoking and knowledge-based opinions on the workplace. This monthly series sparks meaningful conversations and shapes workplace design discourse. Workplace Matters continues with a thought-provoking perspective of Timna Rose, founder of studio ATARA, who shares the benefits of addressing WELL in hospitality settings for the guest and the staff…. Read More >
Column: Tiled Flooring Requirements 101 – For Busy Specifiers!
Commercial floors are a minefield! I’ve learnt to start every conversation with performance related to the project, followed by beauty of the product. Here’s a few key points to keep in mind on every project when you are looking into your next space: 1. Slip resistance: UK HSE guidance requires a Pendulum Test Value ≥… Read More >
Workplace Matters: Workplace Design After Hybrid – Why Not Rethink It All?
Workplace Matters is an editorial series which explores thought-provoking and knowledge-based opinions on the workplace. This monthly series sparks meaningful conversations and shapes workplace design discourse. Workplace Matters continues with a thought-provoking perspective of Natalia Ratajczak, Founder & Creative Director of WHY NOT Design, who shares her blueprint for the next generation of workspaces. The seating… Read More >
Shaping Connections and Championing Innovation: Edmund Bell on the Value of Community in Commercial Interiors
At the heart of the commercial interiors sector lies collaboration, innovation, and the ability to adapt to evolving challenges. As proud sponsors of the Commercial Interiors UK (CIUK) Annual Luncheon 2025, Edmund Bell is a company that embodies these values. We spoke with Fiona Napier, Managing Director, who shared her perspective on why events like… Read More >