Stone Specialist is delighted to welcome Jim Biddulph to the editorial team as a contributing editor. With a career defined by hands-on exploration of materials, colour, and construction, Jim brings a fresh and dynamic perspective to the publication, one rooted in nearly two decades of research, design, writing, and real-world experience.

Jim’s multifaceted background spans design, build, and editorial work, with a distinctive focus on materiality and making. His career began in 2007 at one of London’s pioneering material resource spaces, Material Lab, where he played a central role in shaping the studio over a ten-year period. This formative chapter laid the foundation for his ongoing passion for uncovering and communicating the stories behind materials, a passion that has evolved into a unique voice within the industry.

An active writer and Design Insider Ambassador, Jim has spent the past six years publishing regular features that explore materials through the lens of sustainability, circular design, and human impact. He has become known for championing innovation, spotlighting forward-thinking projects, and asking the bigger questions about how and why we build.

Jim’s design credentials are equally robust. He has curated and built exhibition spaces for major design events including 100% Design, Clerkenwell Design Week, UK Construction Week, Surface Design Show, and Milan Furniture Fair. His creative versatility is further reflected in his collaborations with Dulux, contributing to the Colour Futures panel and supporting initiatives like the Colour in Design Award.

Teaching is another key pillar of Jim’s work. He regularly lectures across UK universities, sharing his insights with students on creative materials, colour application, and sustainable practice.

Currently, Jim’s career takes an adventurous turn as he travels to Siargao, Philippines. There, he is leading a team of young architectural professionals in a hands-on sustainable building project with CAUKIN Studio and Lokal Lab, constructing farmer lodges using local materials and low-impact methods.

With his unique blend of knowledge, creativity, and global perspective, Jim will enrich Stone Specialist with stories that go beyond the surface, exploring how material choices shape both projects and the planet.

We’re excited to have him on board and look forward to the thoughtful insights and vibrant ideas he’ll bring to our readers.

If you have any exciting news to share or just want to get in touch about a new project, please email:

jimbidd@gmail.com