Culture is a big idea and there is no doubt the practice of architecture is a cultural act – but does it direct culture? Can or should it? In this edition of AR, guest editors Stuart Harrison, Simon Knott and Christine Phillips turn the focus to this broad theme with a series of diverse projects.
Work takes up so much of our time and how we work depends on the function, practicality and comfortable interiors that an office can contribute. Michelle Bailey visits the new Woods Bagot studio in Brisbane to experience an office that celebrates design in the heart of the city.
If you’re a regular on the Melbourne foodie scene, chances are you’re familiar with the work of local practice, Figureground – fast emerging as a studio with a hospitable approach to community.
Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien have built a career as partners in life and creative practice, producing distinctive work alongside some of the world’s highest profile brands. ADR caught up with the talented duo during their recent trip to Perth for the 2015 Design Circus, as guests of Mobilia and major Australian furniture group Schiavello.
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