Shaping the future

Experts share ideas on creating a more eco-friendly home

Pia Pelkonen, creative director of Pia Design, explains how to put sustainability at the heart of schemes

With the dust having settled after Milan design week, now is the time to reflect on the common threads that have emerged. It’s a glimpse into the ideas that will be driving the style of homes this year and beyond

WHEN DOES PINCHING THE PURSE STRINGS PAY DIVIDENDS IN THE DESIGN WORLD, AND WHEN DO YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO BLOW THE BUDGET? BELLA EVENNETT-WATTS SEEKS ANSWERS FROM THOSE IN THE KNOW

For me, going on a summer holiday is about getting away from it all and possibly having someone to wait on me for a change. But most importantly, it is to really be stirred. At this time in my life, I

We’ve been spotlighting the winners of our Next in Design initiative which champions fresh talent and diverse perspectives – this month, the designers we’re introducing discuss the their work and creative processes