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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 >
Spires Art Project Spotlight: The Green Hotel, Dublin
Spires Art is proud to have played an integral role in the completion of The Pen & Player, one of Dublin’s most elegant new hospitality destinations nestled within The Green Hotel on Harcourt Street. This sophisticated cocktail bar, part of the O’Callaghan Collection, is a masterclass in design, where heritage architecture meets avant-garde ambiance. We… Read More >
Introducing Atrium & Muslin: Two New Designs from Muraspec
Muraspec Wallcoverings, the global leader in high-quality, fire-rated, IMO-certified wallcoverings, proudly unveils two distinct yet complementary collections: Atrium and Muslin— both designed to elevate any interior space. Atrium: Light, Geometry & Architectural Grandeur Muraspec, 14087 Atrium Inspired by the sweeping architectural elegance of open atriums, the Atrium collection celebrates structure, proportion, and illumination through a… 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 >
A Light Touch: Linear by Friends of Wilson Elevates Acoustic Design with Natural Wool Felt
With the creation of sensory spaces an increasingly important factor for the workplace, the new Linear Light from Friends of Wilson (FOW) brings a fresh approach to interior acoustic lighting. Made from 100% wool felt, Linear beautifully combines design, art and acoustics to create a warm illumination that softens acoustics to create a calming and… Read More >
f.r.a. Achieves B Corp Certification, Joining a Global Movement for Purpose-Driven Design
f.r.a. a design company specialising in wayfinding, placemaking and brand for the built environment, has become the latest UK business to achieve B Corp Certification, the internationally recognised standard for businesses committed to balancing, people, planet and profit. London and Shrewsbury – based design studio f.r.a. joins the global movement for responsible business Verified by… Read More >