The latest in interiors
From the lobby to the bathrooms, the design details inside Hotel Indigo tell a story of Melbourne Walk’s urban context and heritage. The first major development in Bourke Street Mall in more than 50 years, Melbourne Walk unites a collection of eight buildings of different eras across an entire block, and is located between Bourke […]
For a toy that will celebrate its 100th birthday in six short years, LEGO remains one of the most popular playthings across the planet. Its assistance with developing young (and not so young) imaginations is well-established, but that’s just the start of its selling points. A new guide has been developed and released by engineering […]
Two neighbouring Ballarat penthouses by Studio Nicholas explore how shared values can give rise to distinctly personal interiors shaped by family, craft and quiet confidence. Designing two neighbouring penthouses for members of the same family presents a particular kind of intimacy, one that asks for alignment without repetition and cohesion without compromise, and for Nicholas […]
An interior redesign of a classic Victorian workers’ cottage delivers a bolt of colour and materiality, while gracefully preserving its historical foundations. When FYC Architects was tasked with adding a single-storey extension to a traditional four-room, double-fronted Victorian terrace house, director Fei Chau opted to modernise the home with quiet restraint, retaining its historic nature. […]
From her earliest beginnings, Rosina Di Maria has championed diversity, growth and humanity through her interior design work. Here is (just a small part of) her story. Upon meeting Rosina Di Maria, you can immediately sense her conviction, direction and innate leadership. Beneath this drive, too, lies a disarming empathy that makes her not only […]
Bar Julius captured industry attention when it entered Sydney’s hospitality scene a year ago, hoovering up numerous local and international accolades for its design, culminating with its win in the IDEA Colour category in November 2025. Located at the entryway of The EVE Hotel Sydney and part of the broader Surry Hills Village precinct, Bar […]
They say ‘write what you know’, but Studio Gram discovered this can also apply in interior design, with the team winning the Workplace Under 1000sqm category at the Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2025 for designing their very own workspace. While no one in the A+D industry could ever accuse IDEA 2025’s triple-award-winning dynamo, Studio […]
Australian supplier Pacific PropTech supports interior designers and architects at every stage of the delivery process, specialising in bespoke furniture, custom joinery and commercial fitouts. The gulf between great interior design and final handover can bring uncertainty to any project. Without unified oversight over logistics, installation and timelines, even the best design can fail in […]
National architecture and interior design practice Rothelowman has opened a studio shaped by local character on Perth’s main street. Occupying level eight of 190 St Georges Terrace, the new studio aims to strengthen Rothelowman’s presence in Western Australia. Design-wise, it is a “deliberate expression of Western Australian identity” according to the firm, characterised as “warm, […]
Jared Webb founded J.AR Office just a few years ago, but late last year picked up three awards at November’s IDEA gala, including both Emerging Designer and Overall Project – an extraordinary achievement for any fledgling practice. After nearly a quarter of a century of IDEA, Australia’s premier interior design awards program can still throw […]
Two recently launched products are testament to a Knoll core ethos – an ethos that epitomises heritage, experience and enduring appeal with an eye to the future. Pivotal partnerships One of the key elements of Knoll’s passion for heritage is its long history of working with globally respected designers – ranging from modernist stars such […]
While many designers focus on legacy and making a profound impact on the environment, some like Rebeka Hall specialise in ephemeral design – creating something wonderful that will be there one day and gone the next. Rebeka Hall is a Premium Experience Designer at Tennis Australia. And that means that, when you visit Melbourne Park […]
For more than half a century, artisan has championed makers who help shape Australia’s cultural identity. As funding pressures mount across the creative sector, the evolution of Queensland’s peak body for craft and design reveals how cultural social enterprises like artisan are indispensable to a thriving, sustainable design ecosystem. By artisan CEO Carmel Haugh. At […]
As the NGV prepares a landmark 2026 retrospective, four significant works by Margaret Preston remain unaccounted for and the Gallery is asking the public to help complete the picture. Nearly a century after Margaret Preston helped forge a distinctly Australian modernism, her work continues to shape how this country sees itself. Bold still lifes, native […]
Edward Linacre Studio specialises in adaptive reuse, but for its recent collaboration with Kerstin Thompson Architects the team needed to learn a whole new set of paper-making skills. One of the big surprises – certainly for those involved – at 2025’s Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) was the winning project selected in the Sustainability category, […]
The co-founder and director of residential architecture and interior design firm Buck & Simple lives inside a modernist pavilion-style home along Sydney’s Northern Beaches with his wife, their four kids and “loving, fluffy” dog. A recent renovation has brought life back to the way the Crisp clan cohabits. Australian Design Review: How long have you […]
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Architectus has delivered Perth’s new Ruah Centre for Women and Children (RCWC) – a purpose-built facility housing several services in one location for women and children affected by family and domestic violence. Within one seven-storey building in Northbridge, RCWC provides a range of holistic support services including counselling, physical and mental health, alcohol and other […]
Melbourne — a city globally celebrated for its culture, art and design — will once again take centre stage as the Naomi Milgrom Foundation unveils MPavilion Season 11, inviting locals and visitors to reimagine the intersection of architecture and creativity. From 21 November 2024 to 22 March 2025, Tadao Ando’s iconic temporary structure will transform […]
Renowned architect Carol Marra has launched a new toolkit created to help architects meet the urgent demands of climate adaptation and design buildings equipped to withstand environmental challenges. Internationally renowned architect and Marra+Yeh Architects director Carol Marra, has launched a toolkit to equip architects with the necessary strategies to design climate-resilient buildings and spaces. With […]
Geelong Design Week returns from 21 to 30 November 2024, bringing ten days of dynamic exhibitions, workshops, tours, talks and experiences to Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula, and the Surf Coast. As regional Victoria’s largest design festival, this year’s program boasts more than 70 events, showcasing the region’s rich design culture while celebrating Geelong’s designation as […]
Sydney’s northwest is set to welcome a transformation that marries history with modern luxury as SJB Architects unveils its plans for the $300 million Putney Wharf Residences. The project centres on the restoration of the historic Halvorsen Boatshed, a landmark that will be converted into luxury residences, retail spaces and dining establishments, along with a […]
International design practice Hassell has joined a global community of more than 9000 purpose-driven businesses as a Certified B Corporation, underscoring its dedication to creating places people love and making a meaningful difference in the world. The milestone reflects Hassell’s ongoing commitment to designing with purpose and balancing social, environmental, and economic values. What it […]
Urban sprawl is a concept architects, planners, developers and homeowners have opinions about. It’s often the topic of commentary in local newspapers and online community forums. Yet, it’s not a topic that architects — the creative thinkers, problem solvers and designers of the buildings that occupy our ever-sprawling cities — often have the opportunity to […]
Embracing change is the ethos of architecture, writes Amy Bunszel, the executive vice president of architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) solutions at Autodesk. Below, she outlines the ways AI is unlocking new possibilities for creativity, sustainability and efficiency in Australian architecture. Since prehistoric times, architectural designs have reflected the cultural beliefs and technological advancements of […]
Home Truth, Breathe Architecture’s installation for the 2024 NGV Architecture Commission, beckons a country that likes to live large to consider the benefits of smaller dwellings. The average floor area of Australian homes was a whopping 236.7 square metres in 2020, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Our residences are among the […]
Golden beaches and undulating sand dunes, the azure sparkle of the Pacific Ocean, the energetic vibrancy of Australia’s sixth largest city and fastest growing economy – amid this tapestry of natural beauty and human enterprise sits Dune, a new luxury apartment tower designed by Rothelowman. Named for the dune at Main Beach on which the […]
ADR visits Nuanu Creative City, Bali’s new cultural hotspot, for the inaugural illumination of Tri Hita Katana (THK) Tower by French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani. Nestled along the scenic coast of Tabanan, Bali, Nuanu Creative City is poised to become Asia’s newest epicentre for creative expression, cultural enrichment and environmental consciousness. Spanning 44 hectares, Nuanu embodies […]
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 […]
Outdoor playgrounds have long been essential to society, according to national landscape architecture practice TCL, but climate change is threatening this. When well-designed, outdoor playgrounds prioritise fun, exploration, and education for children and their caregivers, helping them forge stronger connections with nature and each other. Today, these playgrounds can also serve as a digital detox, […]
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 […]
OCULUS celebrates a new associate director, Studio Bright bolsters its team, while major milestones are marked at multiple studios in this month’s round up of industry appointments. OCULUS eyes new associate director Cross-disciplinary design studio OCULUS entered October with a new associate director in Peta Miskovich. She joins fellow Australian associate directors Claire Martin, Keith […]
Sam Crawford Architects (SCA) started 25 years ago as a one-person firm. Today the studio celebrates this milestone with more than 200 completed projects and 25 staff. Their projects, both public and residential, have been shortlisted for 70 awards and have won 32. Sam Crawford shares his thoughts on how he has grown and developed […]
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