Unison Workspaces marked its transition to a MillerKnoll dealer with a showroom refresh and an exhibition that guided visitors through the history of MillerKnoll. On 22 February, the New Zealand-based furniture and lighting destination hosted the event at its newly renovated showroom in Auckland to commemorate its new role as MillerKnoll’s first dealer in the […]
Continuing our series celebrating Women of Influence in Architecture and Interior Design, Australian Design Review spotlights the diverse career of leading curator Rachael Fry. CRITERIA founder and creative director Rachael Fry’s curatorial approach is anchored in a deep understanding of the métier. Fry launched C. Gallery in 2021 during the depths of the pandemic – […]
Melbourne’s design community filled out the Great Hall at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) on Monday 5 March to hear an energetic — if not somewhat disjointed lecture due to rapidly connect ideas – from one of the industry’s great creative minds: the Spanish-born, Milan-based architect and designer Patricia Urquiola. Hosted by furniture company […]
From humble beginnings as a small scale general engineering workshop, Formway has become an award-winning, world-leading design studio. While they don’t consider themselves as a furniture design practice, it is their task chairs, which include the Life chair for Knoll, and most recently the Denn chair for Zenith, that put them on the map. As […]
Post-pandemic, the return to the office has been sluggish. For many, working remotely in the comfort of home has been too good to fully relinquish. But, it’s well known that to truly work collaboratively and creatively, being in the same physical space as your colleagues is important. Sharing random ideas in real-time, face-to-face with your […]
In recent years, the concept of neurodiversity, which both recognises and celebrates the variations and unique ways of thinking that many people have, has gained an increased amount of traction and attention. With increased awareness comes shifts in expectations about the level of support and inclusion neurodiverse people are offered on a social level, as […]
Working from home is the new normal for many Australians. To make your experience more productive, more serene and less fatiguing, Australian Design Review (ADR) has assembled a selection of the best designer products and pieces you need in your workspace. By embracing this new work model, valued employees can reap the benefits of greater […]
Opening on 23 March and running through to 14 July 2024, TarraWarra Museum of Art presents three distinct yet interconnected exhibitions. Featuring new work by contemporary Australian artists Peter Atkins and Dana Harris, a collection of furniture and lighting by renowned modernist sculptor and designer Clement Meadmore, and a collection of predominantly abstract paintings and […]
Working from home has become a part of working life. Initially, in the COVID-19 lockdown era, it was something we had to do. Now, two years post-lockdowns, having the flexibility to WFH has been recognised as an important part of what it means to have a sustainable, productive and enriching work life. This month ADR […]
Summer is about living and entertaining! ADR curates eight of the best designer pieces and appliances, perfect for making those long summer days and nights a little bit longer, a little more beautiful, and infinitely more fun. Summer days are long and languid – or at least they are before the return to work. For […]
New South Wales-based furniture brand Hegi Design House and Melbourne-based interior designer Jem Juthamat have unveiled their collaboration – the Baan collection, an avant-garde assembly of tubular pieces. Taking its name from Juthamat‘s cultural roots in Thailand, where ‘Baan’ signifies home, the collection includes a console, side table and desk. So far, only the Sabai […]
We know many designers and architects like things just so. With this in mind, Australian Design Review has compiled a last minute Christmas gift guide that ranges from unique pieces for the home to enthralling summer reads. PC Portable Light by HAY Summer is a gorgeous time for entertaining and HAY’s PC Portable Light, designed […]
From DIY surfboard hacks to Louis Vuitton collaborations, Adam Goodrum is an international superstar product designer who never forgets his roots. Adam Goodrum sits at his desk, in his Waterloo design studio in Sydney’s inner East, surrounded by design objects and points of inspiration. Colours pop to the left of his head in the form […]
Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 program provides mentorship and career development in the architecture and design industry, bringing together game-changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors to highlight and empower young architects and innovators of the future. In celebration of the new ADR 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World stream, ADR […]
The 30UNDER30 alum has achieved a skilful balance of creative experimentation and functionality in her latest upholstery ranges with RJ Living, where she is a product and design manager. McEwan’s new upholstery range with Australian-owned and based designer furniture brand RJ Living disproves the assumption that for something to be aesthetically inspiring, it must be […]
The global furniture brand’s much-anticipated Percy chair shines as both a striking statement piece and demonstrator of the powers of adaptive design. NaughtOne’s Percy lounge chair is a valuable asset to offices, universities and hospitality spaces due to its functionality combined with aesthetic style and flair. Deriving inspiration from the utilitarian and simple design typical […]
Elegance, comfort, and sustainability – Zenith’s Jac collection presents the latest milestones in sustainable commercial seating design. Eco-design pioneers Schamburg and Alvisse, in partnership with Zenith, have long understood that creating graceful and versatile furnishings with minimal environmental impact is the way of the future. This knowledge was the impetus for the acclaimed 2019 Jac […]
From 9 December 2023 to 10 March 2024, the Art Gallery of Ballarat will host the Koorie Heritage Trust’s ‘Layers of Blak’ exhibition and display more than 50 pieces of jewellery by Victorian First Nations designers. Previously on display at Melbourne’s Federation Square, ‘Layers of Blak’ coincides with the second-year of the well-received Blak Design […]
In a bold stride towards a sustainable future in design, Danish brand HAY introduces the revamped HAY About A Collection (AAC) – an eco-conscious range that embodies the brand’s unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility and democratic design principles. The standout feature of About A Collection is its use of 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic, a […]
In a thought-provoking panel event hosted by architectural hardware and fittings company Halliday + Baillie, a diverse group of industry experts braved a chilly Melbourne night to explore the ongoing importance of using locally-made products in architectural projects. The panel was moderated by Australian Design Review editor Emily Rayner and featured Halliday + Baillie director […]
This summer, the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) presents an immersive and heartfelt exhibition honouring timeless folk stories associated with childhood. From 2 December until 28 April next year, ‘Fairy Tales’ will be displayed on the entire ground floor of GOMA and feature more than 100 works from contemporary artists, designers and filmmakers. Such […]
Leading homewares brand, Mud Australia, has announced the launch of their porcelain tableware and home decor products on NET-A-PORTER. The partnership with Mud Australia comes as part of NET-A-PORTER’s new and most sought-after luxury edit of designers in the lifestyle space and as the homewares industry is witnessing a significant shift towards emphasising individuality. Producing […]
Harbour Outdoor and Special Lights have officially launched their outdoor furniture and lighting collaboration for the architecture and design community. Bringing together handcrafted outdoor furniture with European-designed lighting, Harbour and Special Lights service all of Australia and provide tailored services to the architecture and design community. Australian Design Review recently spoke with Harbour Outdoor, company […]
Anne Nginyangka Thompson, the recipient of the Wandjuk Marika Memorial 3D prize in the recently announced National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (NATSIAA), possesses an unflagging desire to use art and design as a storytelling vessel. Beloved chair of the Ernabella Arts Board in Pukatja, South Australia – Australia’s oldest Indigenous arts centre […]