Conservatories today are wonderful atmospheric rooms which can be enjoyed all year round. With most rooms having a considerable amount of glazing, the effect of UV rays on furnishings needs certain elements of the structural design to help combat these effects. Vale Garden Houses explains further.

Indoor lighting is a key component of interior design and, often, is a piece of art in itself. Lighting design has radically transformed since the introduction of ceiling-mounted chandeliers in the 15th century and today’s designs are not only fit for purpose, but are frequently used as statement centrepieces for interiors. Lighting designs are regularly referred to as ‘works of art’, and Jimmie Martin’s Mannequin lighting collection is no exception.

At the beginning of the year, renowned authority of colour, Pantone, and rapidly-growing online marketplace and hospitality service, Airbnb, came together to ‘bring the outdoors in’ through a magical indoor wonderland in the heart of London. Here, Inex looks at the transformational project – ‘Outside In’ house.

After showcasing Pierre Yovanovitch’s Bear Chair collection in last month’s issue, Inex talks to Founders of The Invisible Collection, Anna Zaoui and Isabelle Dubern, about how they built their widely available platform for all within the interior industry – it all started with the Bear Chair.

Evros Agathou set up Avocado Sweets with his wife and business partner, Susie, in 2010 after graduating from KLC School of Design. Prior to this, he worked for the Government as a Project Manager on construction projects. Making the move into interior design in his 30s inspired him to work for himself and build a design studio that he would want to work in. Here, Inex talks to Evros about his interior practice and what inspires his designs.

The newest addition to Israel’s Diamond Exchange District is the uniquely geometrical Amot Atrium Tower. Located in the entrance hall of the tower is an extraordinary sculptural staircase made from American tulipwood.