Recent weather patterns have highlighted the need for intelligent architecture and products that secure a stable future for the domestic environment. It brings with it also a thought-provoking reminder of the importance of sustainable design. This issue’s theme is green living and, as always, Inex is packed full of inspirational products, projects and industry insights.

The cover star of this edition is Jay Watson, whose recycled designs use sustainable material experimentation as an opportunity for social commentary. “I love the idea of avoiding waste by giving new life to materials and objects, but also of making something that will be loved and used for the long term,” explains Jay. Read more about his sustainable philosophies on page 16.

Elsewhere in this issue, Inex presents garden products that not only boast on-trend aesthetics, but also encourage local wildlife to thrive. It has never been so important to incorporate animal-friendly products as the habitats of local wildlife have been affected and in some cases destroyed by recent storms and floods – view more information about these on-trend exterior products on page 20.

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