A suburban optical dispensary is reimagined as an intimate, luxurious ‘dressing room’, as mirrored walls reflect light and deliver spatial illusions in a compact space. As part of the client’s takeover and rebranding of an established local optometrist, the brief to Ricci Bloch was to replace the existing fitout with a more contemporary interior, complementing […]
Set with the task of redefining bridal retail, Adam Kane Architects has created a new, contemporary boutique for Mariana Hardwick in South Melbourne, Victoria. The new showroom was required to be both elegant and refined, and the concept also sought to reimagine the luxury shopping experience. It was imperative the design of the new store […]
Handpicked Wines Cellar Door is an urban cellar door combining an engaging retail offer with cellar door tastings, a wine bar and an experiential wine room for functions and tutorials. Architect’s statement The Handpicked Wines Cellar Door in Sydney’s Chippendale precinct is the first physical presence for the Australian winemaker. The brief called for a […]
Founded in 2015 by flooring expert Xander Okhuizen, Modieus’ ability to create almost any carpet design is putting it weaves ahead of its competitors. After spending 25 years working for a range of companies in the commercial flooring world, Okhuizen decided to strike out on his own and open up B2B flooring company Modieus (which […]
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