Architecture
Architecture
The World Building of the Year, supported by GROHE, went to Quay Quarter Tower (QQT), designed by 3XN Architects, while Woods Bagot was awarded the Best Use of Colour Prize at the World Architecture Festival (WAF). Quay Quarter Tower (QQT) by 3XN in Sydney has been declared the World Building of the Year 2022, while Pingtan Children Library by Condition_Lab, has […]
World Architecture Festival (WAF), the world’s largest international live-judged architectural event, opened its doors on 30 November. Numerous Australian projects and practices were awarded. WAF and INSIDE World Festival of Interiors took place at the FIL exhibition centre, Lisbon, from 30 November until 2 December 2022. WAF is where the world architecture community meets to […]
Genton’s recently completed Morris Moor project transformed the site of the former Phillip Morris cigarette factory into a vibrant commercial and hospitality precinct that draws the community in and celebrates local heritage. Situated on a prominent corner intersected by two main roads, the buildings have acted as a landmark for the Moorabbin community since the […]
Open until Sunday 12 March, Bundanon’s Season 3 summer program features over 25 artists and 10 scientific researchers drawing on climate research, critical thinking and First Nations knowledge. Established in 1993, Bundanon was gifted to the Australian people by Arthur and Yvonne Boyd, representing one of the most significant acts of philanthropy in the history […]
A popular cafe was severely damaged by fire in 2016 and Sam Crawford Architects raised it from the ashes, elevating Parramatta Park Pavilion to the status of an architectural phoenix. Nowadays, Parramatta Park Pavilion by Sam Crawford Architects includes a restaurant and public amenities and connects with the river and its extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage-listed […]
With the brief to open the building and give it back to the public as a commercial office development, SJB relied on materials from the past for longevity into the future. Completed earlier this year, Yirranma Place has been restored, reimagined and reinvented for civic purposes. Originally built in the 1920s interwar Beaux-Arts style, this […]
Kane Constructions has moved into a new custom-designed headquarters brilliantly executed by ARM Architecture, with the workspace set to be an exemplar for what authentic, values-driven workspaces can look like for the next-age workforce. Designed and delivered by national practice ARM Architecture, the new Kane corporate headquarters encompasses an entire floor spanning 1395m2, with additional […]
OCULUS, Greenshoot Consulting x Greenaway Architects and Collins and Turner Architects have been selected by Infrastructure NSW to design Bank Street Park, a new 10,000 square-metre waterfront park surrounding the southern pylons of Anzac Bridge. Located within the State Significant Blackwattle Bay Precinct, which includes the relocated Sydney Fish Markets, this project will provide 11,000-square-metres […]
Relying upon a singular red brick material, Madeleine Blanchfield Architects centralised Iririki house into a monolithic and bespoke family home. Based in Paddington, Sydney, Madeleine Blanchfield Architects is an interior design and architecture studio that focuses on “bespoke and beautifully crafted” design. Iririki house is a 1907 home sitting between Victorian and Federation design. With […]
International design practice Buchan continues to build capability and capacity with two new appointments in New Zealand, as Scott Inverarity joins the Auckland studio as a senior associate, whilst Christchurch welcomes associate Crispin Schurr. New Zealand regional operations leader and Christchurch principal Raylene McEwan says both will work across the entire business, in line with Buchan’s fluid […]
Designed by GroupGSA for Westpac at Parramatta Square, this workplace is “centred on the employee proposition”. The new workplace unifies Westpac’s existing Concord and Parramatta sites in the heart of Western Sydney. The workplace, totalling 18,000-square-metre across eight floors, is designed to foster a strong connection to the place with a vibrant cultural overlay. GroupGSA […]
Designed by Melbourne-based architects Adam Newman and Kelvin Tsang, Temple of Boom has been unveiled in the NGV Garden. Now in its seventh iteration, the commission is a chance for architects and designers to pen a temporary pavilion to be displayed throughout the summer at the NGV International’s Grollo Equiset Garden in Melbourne. Newman and […]
Located in Balaclava, Melbourne, Moonhouse by Ewert Leaf is a sensorial experience that “focuses on the exciting synergies between the menu, drinks, atmosphere, ambience and sound”. For starters, Ewert Leaf used the iconic Art Deco architecture of the existing building to explore creative design solutions for its client, Commune Group. Given the cuisine of the […]
Welsh + Major has won a design excellence competition for a new multi-level industrial warehouse and distribution complex at St Peters, in the inner suburbs of Sydney, on Gadigal Land. The practice has a reputation for creating delightful, practical and inspiring architecture, which is thoroughly represented in its newly awarded project. The proposal to be […]
IGO by Rezen + Templewell is one of the Best of Globe winners from the 2022 Shaw Contract Design Awards, which celebrate the optimism of design, and its ability to influence everyday lives. Rezen + Templewell were tasked with creating a mining workplace that wasn’t traditionally masculine and that is representative of IGO’s values and people. IGO […]
Global sintered stone specialist Neolith is all about showcasing beauty while opting for a natural look – Neolith looks are synonymous with taste and elegance in kitchens and bathrooms. Particularly, when it comes to kitchens and bathrooms, choosing Neolith is always a safe bet. With its diverse collection and extensive design knowledge, Neolith is an […]
Located in West Melbourne, the new multilevel showroom is an expansive, industrially-inspired space for Krost’s full breadth of commercial and office products. Krost is at the forefront of supplying commercial furniture that is current, relevant and offers the latest in workplace design and research. Spread over 2600-square-metres, the showroom is home to Krost’s full furniture […]
Conceived to showcase the Genovese coffee brand, the flagship store by Alexander &CO. references Italian-street front shops and European Classicism. Genovese Coffee House is a multi-functional hospitality space set within an industrial heritage site. This project has been shortlisted in the Hospitality category for IDEA 2022 with winners to be announced on Thursday 24 November at […]
8 Loftus St – Quay Quarter Lanes is all about civic ambitions beyond the apartment. Designed by Studio Bright with styling by Megan Morton, this multi-residential project proves that inner-city dwelling doesn’t have to compromise on life quality. Situated in the heart of Sydney, Quay Quarter Lanes is home to 31 apartments and two levels […]
The immersive multimedia exhibition Gucci Garden Archetypes, designed by Italian design studio Archivio Personale, has arrived in Sydney at Powerhouse Ultimo. Gucci Garden Archetypes, a compilation of cutting-edge technology, elaborate hand-crafting and innovative interior design to create a sequence of distinct, immersive worlds, has been designed by Archivio Personale. The design studio has transformed Gucci’s […]
Opening today until Saturday 10 December, A Gentle Unwinding showcases the world of artists from the Modern Times community. A Gentle Unwinding explores the relationship between relaxation, tension, and the various stages of unwinding resulting in more than 80 artworks that span a variety of methods and practices. As we come to the end of […]
Announced on Saturday 12 November, the Melbourne Awards recognises inspirational Melburnians making extraordinary contributions to our community. This year’s awards acknowledge the outstanding work of 27 finalists across eight categories – Aboriginal Melbourne – ganbu guljin, Arts and Events, Community, Hospitality, Knowledge and Innovation, LGBTQI+, Sustainability and Urban Design. This year, Kerstin Thompson Architects with BVN was awarded the Urban […]
It’s getting close! The IDEA 2022 Gala party is this Thursday 24 November 2022. And it’s shaping up to be a sensational night full of dancing, celebration and good vibes. If you haven’t got your tickets yet, come party with us at Melbourne’s Timber Yard. We could all use an excuse to dress up and the […]
The idea of climbing up the career ladder in architecture and design can be daunting if you also plan to have kids. An industry known for perfection and punishing hours might deter someone who wants to start a family and vice versa. Can you have both? And is the culture changing to better cater to […]
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