Leisure

Johnson Tiles Brings Material Detail to a Growing Padel Club

Padel has become one of the standout growth stories in UK sport, with participation rising from just 15,000 players in 2019 to over one million by May 2026, across 1,825 courts and 551 venues (Source: LTA). That growth has brought a wave of new venues into towns and cities across the country and with it,… Read More >

18 August 2026

Roman Completes Installation at Malaysia’s Renowned Millen Hotel

The UK’s leading shower designer and manufacturer, Roman, is delighted to announce the installation of its premium showering solutions at the newly refurbished Millen Hotel in Penang, Malaysia. This project has been two years in the making, beginning with the mockup room phase and progressing through to full installation across the hotel’s newly designed spaces…. Read More >

13 August 2026

Behind the Project: Bringing The Reeds at South Lodge to Life

With more than 30 years of experience, RHA Furniture is one of the UK’s leading contract furniture specialists, delivering bespoke furniture and joinery for hospitality, leisure and commercial interiors across the UK and Europe. Working closely with designers, operators and project teams, the company specialises in translating design concepts into beautifully crafted furniture that enhances… Read More >

6 August 2026

A-nrd completes Arthouse Glasgow, a thoughtfully imperfect design hotel within a restored 19th century Scottish landmark

Award winning interior architecture and design studio A-nrd has completed Arthouse Glasgow, a 76 key lifestyle hotel set within a restored 19th century listed building on Bath Street in the heart of Glasgow. Owned and developed by Oberland, the project marks the debut hotel for the British hospitality brand and sees the London based multidisciplinary… Read More >

3 August 2026

Harrison Spinks Unveils New Wildwood Collection

Fifth-generation British bedmaker, Harrison Spinks, is launching The Wildwood Collection – a new range designed to offer an accessible introduction to its handcrafted mattresses, combining natural comfort, expert craftsmanship and exceptional value. Harrison Spinks Bramble 2000 Mattress Inspired by the calm and character of the woodland, The Wildwood Collection comprises three turn-free mattresses, each reflecting… Read More >

20 July 2026

Chef Stuart Ralston’s Lyla Unveils Thoughtfully Designed Guest Rooms at Edinburgh Townhouse

Chef Stuart Ralston’s Michelin-starred Lyla restaurant in Edinburgh has unveiled four beautifully designed guest bedrooms within the adjoining Georgian townhouse, marking the next chapter in the Lyla experience as Ralston continues his pursuit of a second Michelin star. Located on Royal Terrace, the former 21212 townhouse has been thoughtfully reimagined by Glasgow-based interior architects Scarinish… Read More >

17 July 2026

Charred vaults, ceremonial halls and a buried river: Carter Owers Studio reimagines the interiors of Skinners’ Hall as 8½ London

Skinners’ Hall has reopened as 8½ London following the first major refurbishment in three decades. Reimagined as a contemporary hospitality and events venue, the transformation follows a four-year programme of restoration by interior design studio Carter Owers Studio, working in parallel with architectural interventions led by 6a architects. With over 20 years of experience designing… Read More >

10 July 2026

A New Stage for Sport and Storytelling SMASH by THG Studios with Havwoods

Designed by THG Studios and located within their studio in Manchester, SMASH is the world’s first immersive padel court designed specifically as a platform for content creation, brand storytelling and live experiences. Combining sport, entertainment and technology, the venue has been created to support both high-performance gameplay and professional content production within a single environment… Read More >

7 July 2026

Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel Debuts in Mumbai

Roswyn marks Ennismore’s first Morgans Originals in India. For those already familiar with Morgans Originals, the brand’s core spirit is immediately recognizable: a collection of hotels consistently shaped by unique personality, innovative design, and an inherent sense of belonging. Ushering in a new era of hospitality, Morgans Originals first entered the scene in 1984, introducing… Read More >

3 July 2026

Nissen Richards Studio scheme to expand legendary Welsh music venue ‘Clwb Ifor Bach’
gets planning go-ahead

Ambitious plans to expand and refurbish legendary Cardiff grassroots music venue Clwb Ifor Bach, designed by architects Nissen Richards Studio, have been granted planning permission by Cardiff Council almost three years after the initial submission went in. Approach to Clwb with view of existing building The new vision for the venue, sited in a historic… Read More >

26 June 2026

Behind the Design of Six Senses London: AvroKO and Heathfield & Co on Crafting Atmosphere

At Six Senses London The Whiteley, decorative lighting played a central role in shaping the atmosphere of the Grade II-listed landmark, balancing heritage, wellness and contemporary luxury across accommodation and public spaces. For this exclusive Design Insider interview, Patrick Watson, Commercial Director at Heathfield & Co, and Luca Ferraro, Associate & Senior Design Manager at… Read More >

25 June 2026

Lift opens in Riyadh’s JAX District as a hybrid creative platform

Lift Studio/Space/Gallery has opened its doors in Riyadh’s JAX District, becoming the latest addition to a rapidly expanding ecosystem of artists, galleries and cultural platforms. Founded by HH Princess Nouf bint Abdulaziz AlSaud and designed by Saudi-based quartz architects, the 6,500 sq ft space is conceived as a fluid, multi-layered environment where exhibition, production and… Read More >

24 June 2026