Issue 383
Welcome to our first issue of 2026. As ever, we look forward to bringing you insightful coverage of the people, projects, and products shaping our sector, while exploring the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
One such story can be found on page 18, where John Legg reports on his visit to Isomi’s Cheshire base. There, he met co-founders Nick Welsh and Jenny Davies, alongside production director Mike Davies, to discover how the family-led brand is redefining modular design for a new era of sustainability and serviceability.
Isomi was established in 2011, when Nick and Jenny struck up a partnership with Paul Crofts – acclaimed product and interior designer and the founder of Paul Crofts Studio. On page 26, John delves deeper into Paul’s compelling body of work with Isomi and others, examining his respect for process and the design philosophy underpinning his multiple award-winning practice.
Our cover star this issue is Hettich, which leads our Fittings & Components feature. Renowned for its high-quality hinges and drawer systems, the company continues to respond to the growing demand for flexible living, supporting ever more imaginative approaches to how our spaces are designed and used.
You’ll also find the first iteration of our new Panel Production feature – dedicated to the machinery, methods and manufacturing strategies reshaping the UK’s panel-based furniture sector.
Elsewhere in the issue, we turn our attention to CNC Machinery & Tooling, featuring SCM Group’s Morbidelli X50 PRO-SPACE, alongside solutions from Masterwood GB and JJ Smith, highlighting innovation and efficiency across modern manufacturing.
As the year unfolds, we look forward to sharing stories that celebrate progress, spark fresh thinking, and support our readers as they navigate an ever-evolving market. We always welcome your input, so please do get in touch with us with your news, insight and feedback.
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