The latest in interiors
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 […]
Billie Murphy is among Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 Interior and Product Designers for 2024/2025. Below, the Sydney-based senior interior designer from Gray Puksand talks about her penchant for designing joyful and quirky spaces, her experience working on a primary school project in Vienna and her love of scuba diving. Australian Design Review: How would you […]
After sharing his highlights from among Milan Design Week’s apartment tours, Australian Design Review’s marketing coordinator Alvin Wu rounds up his favourite exhibitions from the event. Taking place from 8 to 13 April, Milan Design Week 2025 was a bustling festival of exhibitions, tours, product launches, presentations, workshops and parties, including the return of the […]
The latest in architecture
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 […]
Australian Design Review (ADR) speaks to people and culture experts in architecture and interior design about industry attitudes towards hybrid work and the strategies that are performing well. Four years since the pandemic upended traditional notions of where work should be done, Australian legislation is catching up. Around two million workers might soon have a […]
Through their innovative approach, Tilt Industrial Design’s work on large-scale community and corporate projects has helped to foster atmospheric inclusivity. Concluding Australian Design Review’s (ADR) focus on designing for functionality in workplaces and education settings this month, we’ll take a look at what makes a space both practical and adaptable in responding to the interior […]
BVN announces a major leadership change, while a Fender Katsalidis partner is appointed to the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) in this month’s round up of appointments in Australian architecture and interior design. BVN announces new co-CEO On 15 February, BVN announced a major change in leadership, welcoming Ali Bounds to the role of […]
As part of ADR’s focus on the return to school and work this month, we looked deeper at Hayball’s award winning Hilltops Young High School Community Library to discover how this leading design practice merges once separate public and school libraries into a holistic community learning hub in the South Western Slopes region of New […]
In an age of urbanisation and technology, landscape architecture practice CONTEXT reveals how we can harness good design to encourage children to spend more time outdoors for free play and hands-on learning. Landscape architect Hamish Dounan, director of Sydney-based studio CONTEXT, is dedicated to working with school communities to design outdoor landscapes with nature at […]
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. Eilish Barry, a project leader at Hayball, found her passion for architecture through a pivotal […]
On January 11, Sydney had its muggiest day on record, with the hourly dew point reaching a record temperature of 25.9 degrees Celsius and humidity weighing in at 94 percent. But the office workers at architecture practice Smart Design Studio, in the inner-southern Sydney suburb of Alexandria, did not experience a temperature higher than 26 […]
Music at work – it’s a surprisingly divisive subject. Top 40 hits and classical concertos can be too distracting for those who need total silence or a bit of ambient noise to really knuckle down. Meanwhile, some creatives find the audio artistry of others to be good fuel for their own endeavours. Australian Design Review […]
Australian design practice Hayball has delivered two joint-use education projects in New South Wales that create demonstrable value for the communities they serve: Hilltops Young High School Library and Scientia Terrace at Monte Sant’ Angelo College. Well known for its work in the education sector, Hayball’s focus on designing for long-term social value has seen […]
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. First up is Kaitlin Sells, a Adelaide-based architect at JPE Design Studio. Sells’ design philosophy […]
The Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) has found a kindred spirit in new sponsor ForestOne, an innovative force in the timber and decorative solutions industries. The Australian company will be supporting the Emerging Designer category in 2024. Backed by a 140-year history, forward-thinking mindset and a strong focus on sustainability, ForestOne is the largest independent distributor of […]
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