It’s hard to think of a better way to spend a few moments on a Monday than soothing the soul with some beautifully designed gardens. Across the globe, architects and designers are putting pen to paper to create what can be best described as spatial shorthands for sanctuary. From local parks to outdoor museums and city […]
Set in the heart of the cultural district around Paramount House, the new Surry Hills Hotel designed by Fox Johnston Architecture is set to provide “welcome green relief” to the dense urban context. The hotel will be located right on the south-east fringe of the Sydney CBD, providing clients with 121-rooms of contemporary design that […]
The Australian Institute of Architects has recognised the Sir John Monash Centre (SJMC) for its “exceptional dexterity” and skill. Located in the Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery in northern France, the SJMC symbolises the heritage of Franco-Australian relations during WWI. Designed by COX Architecture with Williams, Abrahams and Lampros, the project pays homage to Australia’s story on […]
Polished concrete with pops of neon combine and celebrate the traditional Asian tea ceremony and the European cuppa in Melbourne bubble tea shop Naröcha. Designed by Orlando Sanpo and opened earlier this month, Naröcha Werribee is the second storefront for the Japanese-inspired bubble tea chain started by 21-year-old Nicole Culham. Hand-whisked, Naröcha’s bubble teas celebrate […]
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