Interiors
Interiors
Global design company Wendelbo has transitioned from a residential brand to a versatile player in both the home and commercial markets with furniture offerings that combine comfort with craftsmanship. ‘Resimercial’ describes the blurred distinction that exists between residential and commercial spaces today. Love or hate this catchy portmanteau, it has a meaningful real-world application, persisting […]
Ilianna Ginnis is among Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 Interior and Product Designers for 2024/2025. Here, we learn more about the interior designer, access consultant, neuro-inclusive design specialist at Architecture & Access, newly minted doctor and research officer at the Design Health Collab at Monash University. This talented multi-hyphenate shares her dedication to building an environment […]
Brisbane’s design community gathered at the Miele Experience Centre on Wednesday 30 April for the official launch of the 2025 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) and a first look at its newest award: Enduring. Miele Experience Centre Brisbane on 30 April 2025 Hosted in partnership with Miele – IDEA’s Overall sponsor and the sponsor of […]
Co-located with Digital Construction Australia, Australia HVACR Expo and the International Construction Expo, Sydney Build begins today, Wednesday 7 May, at the ICC Sydney. Sydney Build has cultivated a reputation for creating a bustling festival atmosphere, complete with conference content, exhibitors, live music, entertainment and immersive experiences – and this year is no different. The […]
In Far North Queensland, where the tropical air hums with colour and life, a hospitality fit-out called Mexicairns is changing the conversation about sustainable design. Brought to life by Myriad Design, this spirited eatery champions bold materials with an equally bold message: beauty should never cost the earth. At the heart of the project are two […]
The Adelaide-based architecture and interior design studio needed a new office that reflected its open-arms approach to the architecture community. Inspiration came from an unlikely source. When looking for a new home to house their professional practice – as well as embody their unique creative philosophy – Studio Gram found just what they were looking […]
BRITA’s report examines how a conveniently and strategically located water station in offices can boost mental wellness, create socialisation opportunities and combat screen fatigue. Learn about BRITA’s six essentials for a thriving office – nature, comfort, rest, movement, social spaces and access to clean water. Products like the Extra C-Tap demonstrate the power of small […]
Designed by Silvester Fuller in collaboration with Jamie Durie, Belah House, located in Avalon, New South Wales, is a prime example of residential design that fuses luxury, sustainability and innovation. Belah House extends gratitude to the landscape and demonstrates the power of innovative green technologies and Neolith’s eco-friendly services to create a home that feels […]
Australian textiles and wall-coverings specialists Materialised have released a collection of printed acoustic panels for a range of styles and settings, including designs from local artists. Render of AcoustiCalm Strand Bondi panel by Materialised After 45 years in the contract furnishings industry, Materialised remains curious, which has been key to delivering innovative and fit-for-purpose solutions […]
The Australian lifestyle is known the world over as one of ease and effortlessness. Endless stretches of glistening coastline and golden sand. Richly hued, earthy outback towns. Bright sunlight reflecting off iconic city landmarks. For Australian born designers Harrison and Nicholas Condos, this laid-back philosophy fused with their Mediterranean heritage serves as the inspiration for […]
Billie Murphy is among Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 Interior and Product Designers for 2024/2025. Below, the Sydney-based senior interior designer from Gray Puksand talks about her penchant for designing joyful and quirky spaces, her experience working on a primary school project in Vienna and her love of scuba diving. Australian Design Review: How would you […]
After sharing his highlights from among Milan Design Week’s apartment tours, Australian Design Review’s marketing coordinator Alvin Wu rounds up his favourite exhibitions from the event. Taking place from 8 to 13 April, Milan Design Week 2025 was a bustling festival of exhibitions, tours, product launches, presentations, workshops and parties, including the return of the […]
Australian workplaces are becoming more sophisticated as boundary-pushing designers innovate to serve the evolving needs of various stakeholders. Commercial interior designer and Carr associate director Catherine Keys shares some of the influences driving change in the sector and her methods for supporting collaboration, focus and flexibility. As many workplaces around the country strive to become […]
Tamara Glick is among Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 Interior and Product Designers for 2024/2025. Below, Glick confesses to her lifelong admiration for Charlotte Perriand and shares her passion for using design as a vessel for storytelling. Australian Design Review: How would you describe your work? Tamara Glick: My design approach is driven by the desire […]
At the wheel of Swedish automotive manufacturer Polestar’s colour and materials team, Maria Uggla is redefining what car interiors can be – ethical, sustainable and anything but conventional. Design instinct runs deep for Uggla. Her visceral reactions to art and design act as her own inbuilt compass guiding her to true north. “I tell my […]
Designing for early learning is often about soft corners, bright colours and safe thresholds. But what happens when a space must speak to children who experience the world in wildly different ways? At The Sanctuary Early Learning Centre Health and Knowledge Precinct, architecture becomes a quiet collaborator, shaping experience without instruction. Every surface, volume and […]
Fresh off a visit to Milan Design Week, a yearly pilgrimage which attracts nearly half a million design lovers to the Italian city, Australian Design Review’s marketing coordinator Alvin Wu shares his favourite apartment tours from the event. Alongside the official furniture fair, Salone del Mobile, Milan Design Week features several apartment tours where designers […]
Rothelowman has helped Aria Property achieve its most liveable and sustainable residences to date with Trellis, a multi-residential development opposite Musgrave Park in South Brisbane. Just looking at Trellis, named after the trains of plants that climb up and down its facade, it’s no surprise to learn that its developer, Aria, has a vision to […]
Australian floor covering provider Andersens has collaborated with ResiLoop on industry product stewardship to expand their advocacy for green industry practices. ResiLoop is a not-for-profit scheme backed by major suppliers, aimed at decreasing waste by incorporating circular economy principles for floor coverings. Andersens CEO Rowan Hodge says that ResiLoop aligns with his company’s commitment to […]
From humble beginnings as a healing ale to its newest venture as a bold new landmark, South Australia’s brewing icon proves evolution was always on tap. When legendary South Australian brewer Coopers envisioned a guest-centred public destination that bucked tradition, Studio Nine Architects and interiors gurus Studio Gram leaned into the challenge. Eschewing the tired […]
Andrew Glover will judge the 2025 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA), joining Jade Whittaker, Melissa Leung, Conrad Lowry and jury chair Paul Hecker. IDEA is Australia’s longest-running independent architecture and interior design awards program with winners selected annually by a panel of expert judges working in the industry. GroupGSA associate director Andrew Glover brings over […]
The Sydney-based contingent of Australian Design Review’s (ADR’s) 30UNDER30 gathered for the first time on Wednesday 26 March – here’s how it went. Kiln was the perfect meeting place for this year’s cohort of interior and product designers. Perched on the 18th floor of Ace Hotel Sydney with views overlooking the popular design destination of […]
Australia’s visual and craft arts workers face deteriorating conditions, a newly released study led by RMIT and the University of Melbourne has found. The four-year study conducted alongside several peak arts bodies revealed that declining conditions in the industry will lead to more workers exiting the sector. The findings highlighted high rates of voluntary unpaid […]
Designers see the world slightly differently from the general population. For Sheridan’s head of design, Bec Burnard, the sources of inspiration for her collections range from the artworks of world-renowned artists to a simple cashmere scarf. With a background in fine arts – painting and drawing, to be specific – it’s not surprising that mark-making […]
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