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Flying the Flag for British Design: Founder, Lisa Cluer on Winning the King’s Award and Leading with Purpose
In this exclusive interview, Design Insider meets with Lisa Cluer, Founder of Inside Out Contracts, following the company’s prestigious win of the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade. Speaking from Windsor Castle, where she met His Majesty King Charles III, Lisa reflects on what the honour means both personally and for her dedicated team…. Read More >
Have Your Say: What Role do Mentors and Collaborators Play in Developing Future Industry Leaders?
At Design Insider we recognise the expertise within our commercial interior community and we are proud to instigate conversations which inform, challenge & inspire the people who make our sector thrive. Wesley Meyer, Creative Director of f.r.a. responds to our question: “What role do mentors and collaborators play in developing future industry leaders?” “The design… Read More >
Joyful Spaces: Casa Batlló, Leanne Armstrong, Founder and Creative Director, Black Ivy Design
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 >
A conversation between: Jim Biddulph & Justus Hilfenhaus
Sometimes the simplest of designs can be the most effective, making them the holy grail for many a designer. Stripping back the bells and whistles, focusing on specific materials and processes in detail, while seeking improved functionality are key ingredients for delivering such products – something that German designer Justus Hilfenhaus has already interwoven into… Read More >
You’re Invited! Dining with Cultural Inspirations: Zoë Allen, Founder, Artistic Statements
Imagine hosting a dinner party where every detail – from the enchanting venue to the eclectic guest list – reflects the passions and inspirations that have shaped your creative life and work. In this joyful feature, we step into the mind of Zoë Allen, Founder of multidisciplinary art consultancy, Artistic Statements, to explore her ultimate… Read More >
The Importance of Colour and Biophilia in the Workplace – Designing with Feeling and Function
During Clerkenwell Design Week 2025, Umbrella and Wagstaff hosted a thoughtful and energised panel, titled “The Importance of Colour and Biophilia in the Workplace.” The conversation was part of the official CDW programme and was moderated by Design Insider’s Editorial Director, Alys Bryan. Panellists Emma Bestley, Co-Founder and Creative Partner of YesColours; Dirk Wynants, Founder… Read More >
Designing Across Generations: How the Multi-Generational Workforce Is Reshaping the Workplace
In recent years, the conversation about the “future of work” has been dominated by one demographic: the next generation. We talk about Gen Z’s expectations, their digital fluency, their hunger for purpose and flexibility. But what if we widened the lens? That was the starting point for a recent roundtable that brought together professionals from… Read More >
Powering Purpose: How Jones + partners are Redesigning the Role of Technology in Furniture
In an in-depth and energetic conversation, Design Insider’s Alys Bryan sat down with Craig Jones, founder of Jones + Partners, to mark the 25th anniversary of his design studio and to explore the pivotal role technology is playing in reshaping how we interact with furniture. Known for his hands-on approach and deep understanding of user… Read More >
Reimagining Higher Education Spaces: A Student Round Table at the Wagstaff Showroom
Design Insider partnered with Wagstaff Group during their Education Month for a standout round table event exploring the future of student learning environments. Chaired by Design Insider Editorial Director Alys Bryan, the conversation placed student perspectives at the centre of university design. Hosted within Wagstaff’s Higher Education Showroom, an innovative space segmented into key interior… Read More >
Graduating into Design: Rebecca Finney’s Top Tips for Starting Your Career – Part 2
In the second instalment of our career advice series, we continue with five more essential insights from Rebecca Finney, Creative Director at Jasper Sanders + Partners. Having recently completed the interview process for a Junior Interior Designer position – reviewing hundreds of applications and appointing two new graduates – Creative Director Rebecca Finney of Jasper… Read More >
Luma Mirrors: Reflecting Excellence in Hospitality Design
At Design Insider, we’re proud to spotlight innovative suppliers shaping the future of commercial interiors. This month, we introduce Luma Mirrors, a specialist in bespoke illuminated and framed mirrors for the hospitality and marine sectors. Rooted in family values and driven by a passion for exceptional service, Luma Mirrors is led by Managing Director and… Read More >
Designing with Purpose: How Five Leading Brands Are Shaping the Future of Materiality
As material choices take centre stage in the sustainability-driven shift of the design industry, five leading commercial interior furnishing suppliers—Panaz, Ulster Carpets, Newmor Wallcoverings, Hypnos, and Harlequin—are at the forefront of redefining what it means to design with purpose. In anticipation of Material Impact: Designing with Purpose, a compelling live panel event hosted by Design… Read More >
Graduating into Design: Rebecca Finney’s Top Tips for Starting Your Career – Part 1
Design Insider is delighted to share the first in a two-part series packed with career advice for emerging designers. Having recently completed the interview process for a Junior Interior Designer position – reviewing hundreds of applications and appointing two new graduates – Creative Director Rebecca Finney of Jasper Sanders + Partners is well-placed to offer… Read More >