The latest in interiors
Mythologised and loved, the iconic Hydro Majestic sits firmly in the collective memory of holidaying pleasure. (inside) magazine co-editor Gillian Serisier looks at its refit by CRD design studio.
Nothing accrues a beautiful patina in the way a timber surface can. While the warmth, durability and availability that has made timber such a popular construction material persist, advances in materials technology have seen some savvy suppliers exploring new ways of using timber in contemporary interiors.
Julius Pizzeria is a rare example of pared-back design, shifting the experience of diners to the sensory.
Jan Henderson, co-editor of (inside) magazine, chats with Dr Markus Miele and Dr Reinhard Zinkann, the current proprietors of Miele, to learn more about them and their iconic brand.
Williams Burton Leopardi (WBL) is an Adelaide-based design studio with a vision to make spaces meaningful and personal to the people who inhabit them.
Travis Walton Architecture has created more than a retail space or ‘grab-and-go’ juicer; the Greene St Juice Co. project has become a local icon, with a devout following.
Situated in Sydney’s beachside suburb Tamarama, this home by Decus Interiors is a symbol of contemporary luxury design.
Fresh from its win at the 2015 Houses Awards last week within the House Alteration and Addition over 200 m2 category, we look at Tower House by Andrew Maynard Architects, described by the practice as a 'village'.
We chat with managing director Kristina Hetherington about the role of design in a constantly evolving industry and the present and future of the company.
Hugg’s fit-out is an example of TANDEM’s creative and co-operative approach to design work and client collaboration.
The Fat Duck arrived in Melbourne amid a blaze of publicity and the promise of a never to be repeated dining experience. Now at the end of its 6-month stint, Sandra Tan explores how the restaurant's interiors set the scene to create the magic.
Lovers of food and architecture, rejoice! Andrew McConnell, of Melbourne restaurant Cutler & Co, has joined forces with the Robin Boyd Foundation to host dining experiences at Walsh Street House.
Though set in a commercial office tower in the heart of Brisbane, WMK Architecture's fitout of the TooBirds Bistro and Bar provides a warm and inviting atmosphere against a busy corporate setting.
With sophisticated, brooding interiors by Megan Hounslow and Melanie Beynon of Meme, The Wolf Upstairs private event space offers a place to enjoy the trappings of the past in the present.
Once the hotel of choice for debutantes, the sailing elite and travelling socialites, the InterContinental Double Bay had faded. Bates Smart’s refit reinstates luxury to both the hotel and Double Bay with a fitout that suits locals and visitors alike.
In the Melbourne suburb of Alphington sits Benjamin’s Kitchen, with a soft, pastel palette making all the right waves. Annie Reid tucks in.
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The latest in architecture
Open plan living and the ability to live in and through a home has inspired this Miami, Florida, transparent and easy-living family home. Set between the Indian Creek Canal and Pine Tree Drive in Miami’s historic Collin’s Waterfront district, the space, designed by South African firm SAOTA, is expansive and fluid – opening up to […]
The Meat Market in North Melbourne has been transformed into a giant installation for Melbourne Knowledge Week (MKW18), the City of Melbourne’s annual festival that explores the future of Australia’s fastest growing city. Designed by Grimshaw, the installation comprises approximately one square kilometre of fruit netting. The tensile structure has been manipulated to provide an […]
Danish architect and founder of BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, Bjarke Ingels, has taken up the newly created role of chief architect at co-working space company WeWork. Announcing the news in a blog post, Adam Neumann, co-founder and CEO of WeWork said that Ingels has been brought on board as the company continues to expand rapidly across […]
Perched on a hill in the Melbourne suburb of Richmond, the James Street Residence by B.E Architecture is a multi-generational, multicultural family home. The building is made from two distinct parts: a restoration of the existing period home, which revitalises one of the first examples of a kit home in Australia and a modern extension. […]
Rapper, fashion designer and now aspiring architect Kanye West has announced plans to open an architectural firm named Yeezy Home. West announced his new business venture on Twitter over the weekend saying: “We’re starting a Yeezy architecture arm called Yeezy home. We’re looking for architects and industrial designers who want to make the world better.” West […]
Experimental architect and psychologist Margot Krasojević is known for designing structures that engage smart materials and sustainability and her latest project doesn’t disappoint: she is currently working on ‘the first renewable resource positive energy hotel’. The Harmonic Turbine Tidal hotel, located on Yalong Bay, on the island of Hainan in the South China seas, has been designed […]
Currently in Australia, residential investment represents around 35 percent of all housing finance, with the majority being centred on resale. While that figure may seem relatively unremarkable, couple it with a changing housing marketplace and it is sending a ripple effect through the architectural industry’s approach to design. Thirty years ago, a home used to […]
The project architect on the fantastic Backyard bungalow project by Wolveridge Architects, Will Smart tells us what inspires his work and keeps him sane. Designer/architect/artist who inspires your work? I grew up in Christchurch and the school I attended had a number of buildings designed by old boy Sir Miles Warren, who was a founder […]
The Interior Design Excellence Awards has been honouring the talent of Australian designers for 15 years. Among the many winners over that time, one category has been shining a light on the next generation of up-and-coming designers. ADR takes a look back at three of the previous winners from the Emerging Designer category to see where they […]
Having been destroyed by fire in 2015, the Waltzing Matilda Centre in Winton, Queensland, has been redesigned by Cox Architecture. The centre was designed to reflect the significance of the iconic Australian song through an architecture and interpretative experience. The building’s materials, predominately concrete and rusted steel, have been crafted, textured and shaped to capture the […]
Nestled in the dense forest of Harestua, located 45 kilometres north of Oslo in the municipality of Lunner, Snøhetta has designed a new planetarium and a visitor centre for Norway’s largest astronomical facility. Solobservatoriet is the largest solar observatory North of the Alps, located 580 metres above sea level. The expanded facilities will offer guests […]
The relocation of the Koorie Heritage Trust from King Street to Federation Square saw Lyons Architecture collaborate with Indigenous Architecture and Design Victoria (IADV), in a project that was designed through the lens of dialogue. Originally housed at the Museum of Victoria, then 295 King Street, the Koorie Heritage Trust relocated to the Yarra Building at […]
Hotels are booming business in Asia. Last year in South East Asia alone, an incredible 437 hotels began construction, commissioned by big brand businesses and first-time owners alike. With western tourists visiting the region in their droves, it’s only natural Asian businesses are looking to their relatively close by Australian design and architecture neighbours to […]
With 24 offices and over 1000 employees around the world, US-based CannonDesign is emerging as a major player in the global architecture landscape. The firm’s expertise extends to healthcare, education, science and technology, corporate, recreational and civic projects, and while the the firm is focused on innovation and the future of architecture, CannonDesign’s executive director of design, […]
A tight construction timeline and budget called for a non-traditional solution to the construction of Montoro Wines’ cellar door in Orange, NSW. Montoro Wines is a young boutique winery that is finding significant success with its range of cool climate Shiraz wines. Encouraged by this success, the decision was taken to build a cellar door on […]
Best known for creating architectural design pieces for the luxury hospitality industry, ceramic designer Pascale Girardin’s approach of blending science and art makes for a unique harmony. Girardin’s inquisitive mind and relentless urge to explore have driven her to develop a significant and constantly evolving body of work. From her Montreal office and studio, her creative […]
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