The latest in interiors
Autumn in the Garden State is synonymous with many things – the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, fluttering brick-coloured leaves, footy scarves galore and Melbourne Design Week. The globally celebrated design week returns on 15 May and patrons can expect 11 memorable days packed with more than 350 events, exhibitions, talks and installations. Melbourne Design Week […]
There’s a new kind of nightlife brewing on the corner of North Terrace and Bank Street in Adelaide’s CBD. Once home to the gritty Fat Controller nightclub, the basement space is now undergoing an imaginative transformation into K-Box – a genre-bending karaoke destination from Matthews Architects that promises to blur the lines between intimacy, spectacle […]
Global design company Wendelbo has transitioned from a residential brand to a versatile player in both the home and commercial markets with furniture offerings that combine comfort with craftsmanship. ‘Resimercial’ describes the blurred distinction that exists between residential and commercial spaces today. Love or hate this catchy portmanteau, it has a meaningful real-world application, persisting […]
Ilianna Ginnis is among Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 Interior and Product Designers for 2024/2025. Here, we learn more about the interior designer, access consultant, neuro-inclusive design specialist at Architecture & Access, newly minted doctor and research officer at the Design Health Collab at Monash University. This talented multi-hyphenate shares her dedication to building an environment […]
Brisbane’s design community gathered at the Miele Experience Centre on Wednesday 30 April for the official launch of the 2025 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) and a first look at its newest award: Enduring. Miele Experience Centre Brisbane on 30 April 2025 Hosted in partnership with Miele – IDEA’s Overall sponsor and the sponsor of […]
Co-located with Digital Construction Australia, Australia HVACR Expo and the International Construction Expo, Sydney Build begins today, Wednesday 7 May, at the ICC Sydney. Sydney Build has cultivated a reputation for creating a bustling festival atmosphere, complete with conference content, exhibitors, live music, entertainment and immersive experiences – and this year is no different. The […]
In Far North Queensland, where the tropical air hums with colour and life, a hospitality fit-out called Mexicairns is changing the conversation about sustainable design. Brought to life by Myriad Design, this spirited eatery champions bold materials with an equally bold message: beauty should never cost the earth. At the heart of the project are two […]
The Adelaide-based architecture and interior design studio needed a new office that reflected its open-arms approach to the architecture community. Inspiration came from an unlikely source. When looking for a new home to house their professional practice – as well as embody their unique creative philosophy – Studio Gram found just what they were looking […]
BRITA’s report examines how a conveniently and strategically located water station in offices can boost mental wellness, create socialisation opportunities and combat screen fatigue. Learn about BRITA’s six essentials for a thriving office – nature, comfort, rest, movement, social spaces and access to clean water. Products like the Extra C-Tap demonstrate the power of small […]
Designed by Silvester Fuller in collaboration with Jamie Durie, Belah House, located in Avalon, New South Wales, is a prime example of residential design that fuses luxury, sustainability and innovation. Belah House extends gratitude to the landscape and demonstrates the power of innovative green technologies and Neolith’s eco-friendly services to create a home that feels […]
Australian textiles and wall-coverings specialists Materialised have released a collection of printed acoustic panels for a range of styles and settings, including designs from local artists. Render of AcoustiCalm Strand Bondi panel by Materialised After 45 years in the contract furnishings industry, Materialised remains curious, which has been key to delivering innovative and fit-for-purpose solutions […]
The Australian lifestyle is known the world over as one of ease and effortlessness. Endless stretches of glistening coastline and golden sand. Richly hued, earthy outback towns. Bright sunlight reflecting off iconic city landmarks. For Australian born designers Harrison and Nicholas Condos, this laid-back philosophy fused with their Mediterranean heritage serves as the inspiration for […]
The latest in architecture
Context Landscape Architecture celebrates a new associate director and Sydney studio, while Hot Black’s Eliza Monti moves up the ranks – and up north – to the studio’s new Brisbane office in this month’s round up of industry appointments. An ‘era of evolution’ for Context Context Landscape Architecture says it is embarking on a new […]
At a powerful juncture in her career, BVN’s outgoing co-CEO Ninotschka Titchkosky sits down with Australian Design Review (ADR) for a candid chat about the challenges of leadership, her belief in bringing your authentic self to work and what’s next after her departure from BVN in April. Ninotschka Titchkosky is something of a titan in […]
STEEL PROFILE® has always been about showcasing the potential for architectural innovation with steel. The latest edition is no different. Bringing together some of the most outstanding and dynamic projects across Australia, it is both a source of inspiration for architects, as well as a practical resource for material specification. ADR has selected three projects […]
Check out the highlights from Australian Design Review (ADR)’s intimate dinner on Wednesday 20 February hosting the 30UNDER30 architects and innovators of the built world for 2023/24. On Wednesday 20 March, Fitzroy, one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods, became just a little bit cooler. Behind the inconspicuous facade of Gertrude Street’s Poodle, coincidentally designed by […]
Australian Design Review (ADR) recently revealed the 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World for 2023/2024. To celebrate, we are getting to know this exciting multidisciplinary cohort, the passions that drive their work and what makes them tick creatively. Ali Whelan, a pivotal member of Breathe Architecture since 2019, spearheads the front-end design team […]
In our series celebrating Women of Influence in Architecture and Interior Design, Australian Design Review caught up with Lisa-Maree Carrigan, the humble, passionate and highly successful director of global multidisciplinary design firm, GroupGSA. As an award-winning architect with an established reputation as a design and thought leader, Carrigan has a wealth of knowledge with more […]
Australian Design Review (ADR) recently revealed the 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World for 2023/2024. To celebrate, we are getting to know this exciting multidisciplinary cohort, the passions that drive their work and what makes them tick creatively. Naa Effia Atswei Adjei is a highly curious architect, driven to understand the everyday impact […]
Continuing our series celebrating Women of Influence in Architecture and Interior Design, Australian Design Review asks Laraine Sperling to reflect on the prejudicial challenges she overcame to reach a position of influence, and how the workplace difficulties that women face have evolved. The day Sperling speaks with Australian Design Review, she is preparing for an […]
Vetérro is the latest offering by HVG Facades. This innovative high-density fibre cement product redefines the landscape of architectural cladding with its unique blend of aesthetics, durability and sustainability. Vetérro isn’t just another construction material; it’s a testament to the enduring beauty that comes with time. Crafted with a meticulous attention to detail, Vetérro encapsulates […]
Leading design and property firms Architectus, MPA, and Slattery proudly united as The Consortium to champion First Nations design talent, thrusting local creatives onto the world stage at the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival on Thursday 7th March. This collaborative effort supported the festival’s First Nations Pathways Programme, a joint initiative with Mob in Fashion. The […]
Major architecture firms are failing to meet the target gender pay gap, according to recent data and recommendations from Australia’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). The difference between men and women’s salaries at nearly 5000 of Australia’s biggest private employers became public for the first time last week under new laws. WGEA published the pay […]
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 […]
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