The Affordable Art Fair has brought major growth to the Australian art landscape since debuting in 2019 with a total of 37,500 visitors providing more than $7 million in art sales for hundreds of living artists and galleries. The Fair has had a global name for nearly 20 years and produced stellar outcomes, hosting over […]
Norfolk house by SE DÉA pays respects to the heritage of the building while integrating a contemporary style of living. With a subtle and feminine palette, Norfolk house evokes a sense of calm with its neutrality decoratively paired with minimal and restrained layering. Led by director and founder Samantha Birtles, SE DÉA is a Sydney-based […]
IDEA 2023 is now open for entries, celebrating the best Australian interior design projects and the studios and designers behind them. This year, entries will be open until Sunday 18 June, with discounted early bird rates available until Sunday 7 May. Enter IDEA 2023 now! Create an account (or log into an existing account) and start […]
With Neolith, its technology and aesthetic offering, every dream becomes a reality. “All art is but imitation of nature,” were the wise words of Roman philosopher Seneca. This adage has been proven time and time again by Neolith. And this year it has done so with flying colours. The Neolith colour portfolio comprises 66 different […]
Nestled among the rolling hills of Ewingsdale on the outskirts of Byron Bay is Soma, an oasis of modern architecture, natural elements and the ancient practice of yoga. Byron Bay has become the epicentre of Australia for yoga retreats, meditation gurus and all forms of alternative practices and lifestyles. For Vedic meditation teacher and yogi, […]
The Mirrii collection by Koskela focuses on lampshades stemming from a very special collaboration with the artists of Yinarr Maramali. Entitled Mirii (star), the First Nations lighting range is the first NSW-based lighting collaboration which builds on the success of the Yuta Badayala, Tili Wiru, Yuttu Dugitj and Kapu Minaral collaborations. Yinarr Maramali is a […]
Sikata house by The Designory sits within a square feet corner site in Byron Bay’s coveted golden grid, mirroring the sandy warm tones of the surrounding beaches, clifftops and bushlands. Exuding all the hallmarks of the global travel experience, Sikata house is an exploration of the concept of wabi-sabi, the elusive beauty of imperfection, aptly […]
Under the guise of a typical contemporary family home in inner-east Melbourne, Hideaway house by Cera Stribley cleverly conceals a subterranean oasis. Originally, Hideaway house, an existing three-storey dwelling, had all the nuts and bolts of a contemporary family home in Melbourne’s inner-east. But with a vivacious young family to accommodate, there was limited space […]
Perched atop the Burbury Hotel in Canberra and nestled above the skyline and clouds, this cafe by day and bar by night reveals very different visages, one with a hint of Italian modernism by day and the other an ode to the retro universe of Edward Hopper at night. At first glance, if you step […]
At the end of last year, we announced the IDEA 2022 winners at The Timber Yard in Melbourne. The winner in the prestigious Event category was Arthur Koutoulas for Denfair – Main Stage. The Denfair – Main Stage is an immersive foam installation that aims to explore the dissolving distinctions between sculpture, furniture and architecture. The […]
Situated in Adelaide’s Heritage-listed old East End Produce Markets, which were developed into residential accommodation during the 90s, East End residence is a three-level townhouse that possessed ‘beautiful potential’ in need of realisation. Subtle is the first word that comes to mind when you stumble across East End residence. After a pared-back space that removed […]
In 2022, Australian Design Review announced the inaugural ADR’s 30UNDER30, a program designed to recognise the talents of Australian interior and product designers. After a rigorous judging process, the final 30 have been unveiled. The judging panel included Adam Goodrum, Kirsten Stanisich, Ara Salomone, Andrew Parr, Carolyn Solley, Sophia Leopardi, Peta Heffernan and Dr Jess […]
The Sue Carr Award is dedicated to third-year architecture and interior design students who can demonstrate excellent academic achievement. Today, the most recent recipient, Natasha Veri, shares what it meant to win, her future plans, and how her design philosophy is always a “work in progress”. Announced at the INDEX exhibition opening night in early […]
Infused with retro-inspired details and a speakeasy bar, Pirate Life Brewery by Stickman Tribe is a multi-venue project that offers two distinct hospitality experiences in Perth’s CBD. Stickman Tribe is a boutique interior design studio founded by principal designer Marcos Cain. Along with offices in Dubai and Shanghai, Stickman Tribe recently unveiled its new studio […]
The director of Harley Graham Architects takes inside on a tour of his personal passion project, dubbed Phoenix house and located in Byron Bay. ADR: This project is perhaps the most unusual we’ve ever featured, as it spent quite a bit of time in storage, right? Harley Graham: That’s right! I had purchased a small […]
Graduate Institute of Innovation by Jordan Design Studio is a coworking space designed for developing the skill set of the next generation of Australian scientists. Completed over the course of 24 weeks, this project met two briefs. Functionally, the client required a space with a reception, platform, booth seating and kitchenette. Visually, they were after a calm […]
Representing Australian craftsmanship and bold colours, Kiln by Fiona Lynch Office (FLO) is also an exercise in sustainable multidisciplinary collaboration. Located in the new Ace Hotel Sydney’s rooftop restaurant and bar, Kiln is a unique space that evokes the Australian landscape through its aesthetics of filtered, vibrant hues. Speaking on her design approach, Lynch says […]
Designed for a young family, Hütt 01: PassiveHouse by Melbourne Design Studios (MDS) is an inner-urban oasis on a tiny footprint. MDS is an interactive studio for high-end contemporary architecture and sustainable design. Recently, the studio was the recipient of the Sustainability award for IDEA 2022 for the project Hütt 01: PassiveHouse. The Sustainability category […]
Giant Design’s recently completed project Oborozuki is a modern take on Japanese aesthetics at the heart of Sydney. ‘Oborozuki’ roughly translates to hazy moon, an allusion that provided ample inspiration for the interior direction. A year and a half in the making and with a budget of almost $5 million, Oborozuki was been a labour of […]
Beloved Mark Robinson passed away aged 44 on 22 December 2022. A memorial was held today in Melbourne celebrating his amazing life, followed by a wake. The devastating news of Robinson’s passing was shared by David Flack on Flack Studio’s Instagram on 30 December. “His legacy and spirit will remain forever. “Mark created opportunities for […]
After undergoing a multimillion-dollar refurbishment, Lancemore Milawa is showing off its face-lift by Melbourne-based studio The Stella Collective. Located at the gateway of King Valley in Victoria’s northeast, wedged between the twisting grapevines of Brown Brothers winery, the 40-room lodge now welcomes guests to the High Country with a contemporary Mediterranean embrace. Embedded with a […]
ADR chats about female empowerment in the building and interior design industry with BuildHer Collective founder Rebeka Morgan. “At BuildHer, we support women because they are at the core of the building process,” says BuildHer Collective founder Rebeka Morgan. “When it comes to this industry, knowledge is power.” Also a registered builder as well as […]
Inviting guests to explore the subtlety and complexities of a coffeehouse through colour, texture and theme, Compass South by Flack Studio is a “gentle fusion of nostalgia and artistic elements juxtaposed with luxurious accents.” Located in South Melbourne on the ground floor of a new office building and housing 60-seats, Compass South draws inspiration from […]