The latest in interiors
Capturing the essence of a building or space through the lens of a camera, reflecting its subtle nuances and the designer’s true intent, is a unique art form that requires a specific skill set. Indeed, photography can be the one thing that stands between a project winning an award, gaining media coverage or being completely […]
Wardle studio founder John Wardle takes inside magazine on a tour of his family beach house, an experimental brick beauty in Anglesea, Victoria. Along the Great Ocean Road, dotted with popular Surf Coast spots on the lands of the Wadawurrung and Eastern Maar peoples, the sleepy town of Anglesea is best encapsulated by its old […]
Raes on Wategos, long revered as Australia’s foremost boutique sanctuary, has introduced its latest indulgence – Raes Guesthouses. Situated within a whisper’s distance of the original estate, these guesthouses present an intimate yet grand extension of Raes’ renowned hospitality. The momentous launch coincides with the brand’s anniversary, commemorating three decades of excellence, with the debut […]
Former editor of Vogue Living and Belle magazines, and beloved former judge on Australia’s The Block, Neale Whitaker’s eye for design, innate sense of style and infectious charm have been part of the consciousness of Australian design lovers for years. As part of our ongoing Designer Selects series, Australian Design Review (ADR) asked Whitaker to […]
Machine Hall is quickly gaining a reputation as Sydney’s coolest new cultural precinct, a credit in large part due to its cutting-edge design. Once an operational substation, Machine Hall was regenerated by Built and YSG into a vibrant venue that honours its industrial past while embracing contemporary innovation. Key to this transformation is Axolotl, whose […]
Positioned in the vibrant heart of Melbourne, the newly unveiled HOME Docklands by Australia’s leading build-to-rent provider, HOME, is set to revolutionise luxury urban living. Designed by COX Architecture, HOME Docklands has been unveiled with a promise of unparalleled residential experiences that celebrate laid-back luxury and a commitment to community. The project comprises 676 apartments […]
Dawn Architecture reflects on the practice’s win at the 2024 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) for Murran, a First Nations business, retail and arts hub. Located on Wadawurrung Country in the Victorian port city of Geelong, Murran provides business opportunities, cultural enrichment and educational experiences to First Nations and wider communities. The bustling space accommodates […]
Klaro Industrial Design, or K.I.D for short, is an emerging product design studio based in Sydney’s Inner West, led by an ambitious creative director who is willing to try, fail and innovate in the workplace fitout sector. Despite only launching in 2019, K.I.D has cultivated a product range that has a distinct and disruptive presence […]
Two-thirds of the way down Bourke Street, in the pulsing professional services and finance heart of Melbourne’s central business district, you’ll find a robust brutalist office tower. Amid a sea of concrete, glass and steel towers that reach skyward like exalted totems of commerce, 500 Bourke Street stands out for two reasons. Firstly, it is […]
Herman Miller‘s latest design, Bay Work Pod, is an ergonomic and aesthetically appealing new workspace solution that addresses the drawbacks of open floorplans and hybrid work schedules. A clear and present tension exists in the workplaces of today: the opportunity for collaboration versus the opportunity for interruption brought by open-plan office models. As problem solvers, […]
Architects and designers are perhaps among the most difficult groups of people to buy gifts for. Their attention to detail, innate eye for style and thoughtful approach to almost every facet of their work and life mean they know what they like and how they like it. At Australian Design Review (ADR) we’re in the […]
On Friday 29 November, a carefully selected group of finalists in the Interior Design Excellence Award (IDEA) Colour category gathered for lunch around the private dining table at Pincho Disco, Collingwood. Hosted by Designer Rugs, who have returned to sponsor the Colour category, the event was the perfect way to celebrate this renewed relationship and […]
The latest in architecture
Renowned architectural firm Architectus announces over fifty promotions as part of their new leadership appointments. The firm has been on a growing trajectory following the 2003 merger with Conrad Gargett, a partnership that saw Architectus continue their expansion and reputation as one of Australia’s largest and most diverse design practices. “We’re excited by the huge […]
Arts-Matter is a cultural community program that hosts a series of intimate programs with creative minds, making art, music, film and theatre more accessible to the public. Arts-Matter co-founders Michelle Grey and Susan Armstrong caught up with Australian Design Review to discuss their shared commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of art’s impact on society. […]
The date has been set for the Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) gala, Australia’s largest and most successful independent design awards program. The IDEA 2023 gala will be held on Thursday 23 November, at Centennial Homestead, presenting awards in 15 categories and six special awards. Tickets for IDEA 2023 gala will be on sale soon […]
Sydney-based studio Chrofi have demonstrated awe-inspiring and innovative design in the Arndt Residence on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Chrofi are compelled to imbue projects with an ‘unexpected dimension.’ The Arndt Residence, a fusion of an art gallery, family home and guest space, does just that, highlighting the studio’s meticulous landscape-responsive, people-centric and provocative design. The studio’s […]
Ahead of the referendum on 14 October, IDEA chairperson Rachel Nolan and numerous leading Australian architects are imploring those in the built environment profession to vote yes in support of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament. The referendum will ask Australian voters to declare their support in favour or against a proposed […]
Australian Design Review’s (ADR) 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World program, welcomes Perth-based design studio State of Kin’s design director and co-founder, Ara Salomone, as a judge and mentor. With a portfolio spanning residential, hospitality, retail, wellness, and commercial spaces, State of Kin has gained recognition for its fusion of aesthetics and functionality. […]
We are excited to announce that the doors are officially open for submissions to the prestigious Australian Design Review 30UNDER30 Architects and Innovators of the Built World program. This is your chance to showcase your innovative ideas, groundbreaking projects, and visionary contributions to the world of architecture and design. If you are 30 years of […]
The inaugural collaboration between Plus Architecture and the non-for-profit housing provider Unison exemplifies a leap forward in urban regeneration. In July of this year, Plus Architecture completed the $18.3 million multi-residential development of 260 Bell Street for Unison Housing, funded by Homes Victoria and constructed by Mansrea Constructions. This development is part of the wider […]
The September and October issue of inside magazine is up for grabs on newsstands on Monday 4 September and contains the projects shortlisted for IDEA 2023. Bid a proper adieu to a bitter winter with the latest issue of inside launching us head-first into a promising Spring, with Cox Architecture’s Glory Days evocative of all […]
The global architecture practice is leading the design of two designated cycling routes that will connect the new Light Rail Terminus in Kingsford, Centennial Park, Sydney CBD, and onwards to South Coogee. GroupGSA is designing the Randwick City Council and Transport for NSW sponsored project with engineering consultancy company Acor. The 2.8 kilometre bi-directional cycleway […]
The Melbourne-based practice’s design of the new three-storey centre, which has also been shortlisted in the public space category for this year’s IDEA awards, creates a welcoming space for the local Warnambool community wherein education and the arts unite. Kosloff Architecture’s design of the Warrnambool Library and Learning Centre, located within the grounds of the […]
The global fibre cement manufacturing company’s latest innovation is reminiscent of softly brushed concrete and is dynamic to touch. Hardie™ Brushed Concrete Cladding is part of the Hardie™️ Architectural Collection, a range created in collaboration with design community, taking design versatility to a new level. The curated collection of profiles and textures delivers modern exteriors […]
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