Interiors
Interiors
Bathrooms have come a long way since Thomas Crapper invented the siphonless flushing mechanism in the 19th century. It’s hard to believe, but even as recently as the early 1990s, stand alone separate showers were uncommon inclusions in private or personal use bathrooms. Over the past three decades, bathroom design has undergone fundamental and rapid […]
The recently unveiled Charles Darwin University (CDU) Education and Community Precinct is setting new standards in urban development and community engagement in Darwin’s CBD. As part of the transformative Darwin City Deal, this dynamic project was a collaboration between the Australian and Northern Territory Governments and CDU to reshape a key city block into a […]
A beautiful expression of material innovation and design, the Ino bathroom collection by Laufen—designed by acclaimed French designer Toan Nguyen—reinterprets the traditional washbasin through an architectural lens. Harnessing the unique capabilities of Laufen’s SaphirKeramik, the collection is defined by its slender yet remarkably robust forms, offering an interplay of delicate lines and structural integrity. The […]
Opening in spring 2024, The Finish Line penthouse apartments in Hobart promise to redefine luxury accommodation in Tasmania’s capital. Nestled in the historic Battery Point district, these two stunning penthouses overlook the picturesque Derwent River and pay homage to the iconic Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Developed by passionate sailing enthusiasts Pip and Mike Cooper, […]
Established in 1976, Design Tasmania has become one of Australia’s leading not-for-profit design organisations. With the promotion of design and craft through exhibitions, collection, retail, workshops and colloquiums central to everything the organisation does, it’s not surprising that the annual Women in Design Colloquium boasts an incredible speaker lineup of Australia’s leading female designers across […]
A conversation about ‘a vision for the future bathroom’ at Hansgrohe’s Melbourne showroom delved into the new smartphone controls and tactile textures in bathroom design – and whether any designs are “too crazy”. On Tuesday 22 October, Australian Design Review‘s managing editor Jessica Agoston Cleary sat down with AXOR’s global brand ambassador Michael Kiolbassa to […]
Halliday + Baillie is expanding its Australian-based production with a new drawer extrusion range in a win for local manufacturing. The New Zealand-born business, which has been operating in Australia for more than 20 years, is immensely proud of its commitment to industry on this side of the world. In that time, Halliday + Baillie […]
COLLA FEHÉR is a collaborative design partnership between interior designer Monica Alba Colla and architect Ben Feher. Together, the duo pursue their work in architecture, interiors and furniture with a design sensibility that is considered, yet still allows for playfulness and surprise to unfold within each project. The outcome is often the result of their […]
Ahead of Melbourne Cup day next week, Australian Design Review talked to award-winning interior designer Brahman Perera about his multifaceted design for the LANDMARK by Lexus pavilion. Through Perera’s deft eye and attention to detail, this temporary structure emerges as an elegant, cohesive expression of the historic camera obscura for future-focused guests. ADR: The theme […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s (ADR) 30UNDER30 program has established itself as the leading mentorship and career development program in the architecture and design industry. The unique program brings together game changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors to celebrate and empower the young interior and product designers of […]
Lauren Ryan is an interior stylist and founder of Darwin-based Amari Home and Styling. Whether she’s styling for her residential clients or bringing homes to life for sale through home staging, she has an unwavering passion for creating interiors that are inviting and feel authentically like home. Below, Ryan shares a selection of her favourite […]
Interior architect Adrian Condina has decades of experience locally and internationally. Recently returned to Australia after 10 years working in London with David Collins Studio, Condina honed his incredible eye for luxurious details and incomparable quality while working on ultra-high-end residential, luxury retail and hospitality projects for iconic global brands. Here, he shares his insights […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s (ADR) 30UNDER30 program has established itself as the leading mentorship and career development program in the architecture and design industry. The unique program brings together game changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors to celebrate and empower the young interior and product designers of […]
As remote and hybrid work arrangements continue to gain popularity, Architectus is stepping up to the challenge, luring workers back to the office with innovative fitouts and redefining the workplace experience for a new era. Recent projects for Allianz Australia in Brisbane and Adelaide epitomise Architectus’ commitment to employee wellbeing, fostering environments that make the […]
Melbourne-based interior designer Kate McCluskey Kyle has carved a niche in the industry as the go-to designer for restoring historic homes and commercial spaces. Her confident approach to colour, form and materiality, and fusing the old with the new underpins every project she works on. Thriving on creativity and collaboration, her design approach blends more […]
Medibank, Gray Puksand and Zenith come together to create a highly customised workplace for the Medibank head office in Australian Design Review (ADR)’s latest video feature. Medibank’s head office, a 17,500-square-metre space located inside Melbourne Quarter Tower in Docklands, came with a brief to achieve three C’s: concentration, collaboration and connection. Connection pertained both to […]
Sophia Leopardi’s career has been shaped by mentors. From traditional mentorship to validation by her peers, the Adelaide-based interior designer has mentorship to thank for her partnership with Williams Burton Leopardi. Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 is thrilled to welcome Leopardi to the judging panel. It is here where Leopardi will be seeking applicants who are […]
As businesses embrace the dynamic nature of work, the need for storage solutions that adapt to their unique requirements has never been more pressing. Workplaces require the flexibility of a storage solution that works for them. Zenith rises to meet this challenge with their newest storage system that lets you be the maker of your […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s (ADR) 30UNDER30 program has established itself as the leading mentorship and career development program in the architecture and design industry. The unique program brings together game changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors to celebrate and empower the young interior and product designers of […]
In this Q&A, Melbourne-based designer Joanne Odisho unpacks her aesthetic, shares secrets to staying creative and reveals her latest projects. Origin story After completing my studies in interior design, I came to realise that I not only enjoyed the workings of a space as a whole, but was fond of the objects within them. Furniture […]
Increasingly, research is showing that traditional school environments are not meeting the needs of every student. Ability, gender, cultural and trauma-related factors mean many students are struggling with mainstream schooling, despite being willing and capable learners, under the guidance of highly competent teachers. It’s clear that many of our physical school environments need to be […]
In honour of World Architecture Day on 4 October, Roca reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to the architecture and design community through a series of dynamic events and exhibitions hosted at its Roca Galleries worldwide. These events underscored the brand’s deep connection with design, a relationship forged through years of collaboration with leading architects and designers. […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 program has established itself as the leading mentorship and career development program in the architecture and design industry. The unique program brings together game changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors to celebrate and empower the young interior and product designers of the […]
Sonia Simpfendorfer is director at Nexus Designs and heads up the studio’s Interior Designs division. With more than two decades of experience in the industry, Simpfendorfer has seen many design trends come and go. Here, she shares her thoughts on the future of bathroom design and gives us her tips and tricks on how to optimise […]
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