The latest in interiors
In the next IDEA Retrospective interview, Tandem Design Studio discuss their 2009 winning residential project with CATC students Misty Milne and Jenna Madden.
A hamburger has never tasted so good as when served in the surroundings of Huxtaburger Prahran, the latest project from Russell & George. The design of the premises screams hot, hot, hot - and that’s not just the jalapenos talking. This project featured in (inside) Interior Design Review Issue 81.
Haymes has divided its latest forecast into five main concepts - Exotic Botanic, New Skin, Rhythmic Palms, Raw, and Relaxed Replay. Photography by Martina Gemmola and Shannon McGrath, with styling by Ruth Welsby.
In this week's first IDEA Retrospective, Paul Morgan reflects on his IDEA award winning project of 2007, Cape Schanck House. Written by CATC student Jessica Viscarde, with all photography by Peter Bennetts.
The Australian Design Review continues the IDEA 2014 Shortlist series with an exceptional public space by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects.
Continuing our IDEA Retrospective series, Australian Design Review presents a conversation with Ross Didier written by CATC student Amy Thomson. Didier reflects on his IDEA award winning project of 2005, the Obelisk Chair.
The Australian Design Review kicks off the IDEA 2014 Shortlist series with a refined residential project by Maddison Architects.
The first in our IDEA Retrospective series, an interview with Paul Hecker and Hamish Guthrie by CATC student Barbara Remmen. The pair reflect on their past IDEA award winning projects Reserve Restaurant (Hospitality 2003) and SABA Women's Clothing (Retail 2004).
Exponentially expanding volume as both a concept and physical boundary, March Studio explores cyberspace in bricks and mortar for fashion house Sneakerboy in Melbourne.
The new design of a Melbourne office provides workers and visitors alike with surroundings that feed the soul and inspire the intellect.
Artist David Serisier studied the images from James Turrell’s 2013 Guggenheim installation, and observed minute changes in colour and light to create a collection of paintings focused on re-formation and an attempt to capture the ephemeral. We look at the artist’s latest works for his upcoming exhibition – Gallium Sky.
Picking the right colour scheme for a room can set its mood and can even affect the way people perceive its physical space.
The latest in architecture
Bringing in influences of Japanese Zen, homeowner and architect Renjie Teoh rejigged this 1920s Regency-style Heritage apartment into an uber-functional space, all on a shoestring budget. Proving that a clever floor plan and sensitive approach can result in a comfortable and thoughtful home, Teoh’s apartment in Sydney’s Rosebank also brings in plenty of personality, but […]
With high expectations of luxury accommodation for many travellers these days Shacky is somewhat of an anomaly. Shacky is a self-contained structure that at just seven metres long, two and a half metres wide and 3.3 metres high is definitely not a normal hotel room, but a very different hospitality destination proving to be a […]
Melbourne’s iconic Rooftop Bar & Cinema has been reinvigorated following a major redevelopment by Technē Architecture + Interior Design. Technē was tasked with breathing new life into the renowned Melbourne venue, elevating its design quality to cater to a more discerning, sophisticated audience. The architectural response is now a cohesive, crowning fixture for Curtin House, […]
A large-scale, temporary retail and recreation facility at Sydney’s Macquarie University has taken the ‘pop up’ ethic to a new level. Designed to provide a makeshift replacement while infrastructure is redeveloped, the pop up known as Campus Common comprises 60 modified containers and houses areas for food service, bars, food storage, as well as plant […]
Industrial designer and director with Maynard, Julian Maynard talks to ADR about the intersection between art and engineering, the importance of mentors and how a dark period cast new light on his work. Australian Design Review: Can you tell us about your background and how you got into the design industry? Julian Maynard: When I […]
Almost half of a 55-storey office tower precinct proposed for the heart of Circular Quay is to be devoted to community infrastructure. Lendlease has lodged its development application (DA) for the precinct and office tower on George and Pitt streets, with the City of Sydney. The DA proposes a precinct that balances community and commercial […]
While increasing urban density is pushing more people into apartment living, the desire to stay in touch with nature has become more pressing. So, when it comes to gardening, how can we do more with less. We asked Byron Smith the director of Urban Growers. Australian Design Review: Many Australians now live in apartments. Which […]
The creation of a luxurious interior space that is rich with intrigue has seen Melbourne-based design firm Carr crowned Overall Winner for its work on the Jackalope Hotel at this year’s Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA), while SJB has secured the prestigious Designer of the Year award. At a sold-out gala event at Melbourne’s Heritage-listed […]
The Sydney suburb of Waterloo could soon boast the country’s tallest man-made waterfall following developer Crown Group’s successful test of a prototype waterfall designed to cascade down the side of a new residential tower complex. It will be the signature design feature of Crown Group’s $400 million Waterfall development, which comprises 331 apartments across three […]
Plans for the first five-star resort to be developed on the Sunshine Coast in the last 30 years signal a new direction in Australian coastal resort design. Sekisui House Australia has commissioned HASSELL to undertake the master planning of the Yaroomba Beach site including architecture, and landscape architecture. The project presents a rare opportunity for […]
Big River Armourpanel is Australia’s strongest decorative plywood – proven to tolerate extremes of heat and humidity and resist shrinkage while maintaining a high-quality aesthetic. Chosen by several award-winning architects, it combines durability, stability and strength with stunning visual aesthetics – using beautiful native timbers to create warm, inviting environments. Amourpanel maintains the unique characteristics […]
GOLDEN is shortlisted in Zenith’s Emerging Designer category at the 2017 IDEA Awards. The winners will be announced at the exclusive Gala Party on 24 November at Meat Market, Melbourne. Ahead of the awards ceremony, we caught up with practice directors Kylie Dorotic and Alicia McKimm. Australian Design Review: Can you discuss the process behind the Sum of Us project […]
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