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The Future Operator: Designing for Hybrid, Flexible, Experience-Led Models
For decades, hotel design was defined by fixed typologies. Lobby here. Bar there. Restaurant at the back. Bedrooms above. Each space with a single purpose, a clear boundary, a predictable rhythm. In 2026, that model no longer reflects how people live – or how hotels make money. Guests now arrive with laptops as often as… Read More >
A ‘Village of a Million People’ for Knowledge and Connection
Located on the third floor of the i8 Building in one of Munich’s most dynamic emerging districts, LinkedIn’s Munich office reimagines the workplace as a “Millionendorf” – a village of a million people. This phrase – affectionately used by local residents – describes the city’s village-like intimacy despite its scale. The design is… Read More >
At Home with Hospitality: Maoliosa Murray on The Whiteley London
Design Insider had the opportunity to visit The Whiteley London, sitting in the exquisite bar space at Six Senses London, to speak with Maoliosa Murray, one of an elite group of designers selected for the Designer Collection within this landmark development. The Whiteley offers a full spectrum of luxury living and hospitality, bringing together 139… Read More >
Brintons Designer Introduces a New Plaid Collection Rooted in Personal Heritage
Brintons, a global leader in luxury woven carpets, announces the launch of the Self Expression Winter 2026 Collection by Senior Designer Cherise Porretto. Brintons is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality woven carpets and rugs, operating in both commercial and residential markets. Brintons’ reputation is built on design innovation, product excellence, technical expertise and customer… Read More >
A conversation between: Jim Biddulph & Sophia Gravina, Spira Design
Sophia Gravina is an architect with experience across culture, workplace and retail areas in the UK, but it was her time working in the aged healthcare sector in New Zealand that sparked a passion for inclusive design. During her time with Ryman Healthcare, she developed a new care suite that promoted a sense of dignity,… Read More >
Aquarius Interiors: Reporting record growth across global commercial interiors
Design Insider spoke with Warren Offer, Founder of Aquarius Interiors, about the company’s strongest year to date, the continued growth of its commercial division, and how investment in infrastructure, in-house manufacturing, and international project delivery is supporting the business’s next phase of expansion. Aquarius Interiors is an independent, family-run company that designs, manufactures, and installs… Read More >
Material-Led Living The Countryside Project with Havwoods
Set within a converted barn and contemporary extension, The Countryside Project demonstrates how thoughtful material specification can transform the atmosphere of a home. Interior designer Stefania Marchionni from SM Creatives focused on introducing warmth, texture and identity to interiors that previously felt overly white and lacked character. Inspiring architects and interior designers for 50… Read More >
Re-Design vs Design Perfection: Pippa Nissen, Director & Co-Founder, Nissen Richards Studio
Welcome to Re-Design vs Design Perfection, a playful new Design Insider series leading creatives to choose one object they’d happily reimagine and another they consider flawlessly designed. Pippa Nissen, Director & Co-Founder, Nissen Richards Studio shares her choices offering a surprising window into who she is as a designer, revealing the quirks, values and subtle… Read More >