The latest in interiors
Sydney might have turned on the rain, but that didn’t dampen spirits at the launch of this year’s 30UNDER30 program. Hosted by one of the gold sponsors Interface at their deluxe Surry Hills home, the ‘Designing for Interconnection’ event featured an engaging presentation by Jenny Li from WGSN about future design trends and a Q&A […]
In 2020, when the rest of Australia was trapped behind masks bereft of energy or motivation, Ash Fischer was pushing the boundaries of Australian contemporary design, implementing sustainability as the core value of his works and founding Sydney-based sustainable design company Fisch Designs. Recipient of the Powerhouse Carl Nielsen Design Accelerator 2023, Fischer continues to […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s 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 the […]
Following a highly successful preview of the Billo armchair at Melbourne Design Week in May 2024, Nau proudly unveils the Billo sofa system. This groundbreaking addition to the Nau range redefines the standards of comfort, versatility and visual appeal. The Billo sofa system represents a creative collaboration designed to deliver an exceptionally comfortable modular collection […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s 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 the […]
Australia’s unique light and extraordinary landscapes offer an unparalleled canvas for the built environment. For half a century, Melbourne-based multidisciplinary design studio, Nexus Designs, has been at the forefront of crafting colour palettes that celebrate these distinctive qualities. The Australian context: Light, landscape and legacy Led by Sally Evans and Sonia Simpfendorfer, the studio works […]
Since its inaugural event in 2022, Fremantle Design Week has expanded in scale and scope. Featuring over 50 design-inspired events, WA’s most innovative, boundary-pushing artists, designers, makers and creators will transform the port city into a creative hub over eight days from 18 – 25 October. While creative design festivals have a long history in […]
In the art of design, choice of materials is crucial. Material choice can make or break the look and feel of a space, and when chosen properly, can impact everything from aesthetics to durability and environmental impact. Neolith’s sintered stone raises the bar with its innovative and sustainable surfaces that spark creativity, elevate spaces and […]
Now in its third year, Australian Design Review’s 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 the […]
Cera Stribley’s new Melbourne headquarters punctuates its personality within the heritage confounds of a former textile factory, writes Kiri Sawtell. In the heart of Richmond, on the top floor of an old textile warehouse, Cera Stribley is right at home in its new Melbourne headquarters. The 1000 square-metre empty shell offered the architecture and interior […]
Architectus Conrad Gargett has redefined senior living in Brisbane’s inner city with a dual-tower Newstead edifice. The groundbreaking vertical project elevates retirement and aged care living with a strong emphasis on community engagement. The ‘island’ site, which benefits from four street frontages, allows for sweeping views of the river and city from both Rendu Towers […]
Samantha Wardle and Hady Anboussi share honest dispatches four years into running their small design studio, in Sydney. Some interior designers enter the field aspiring to ascend the ranks of prestigious studios whose styles and sensibilities match their own. Some, after cutting their teeth at these big firms, learn quickly this is not for them. […]
The latest in architecture
Inspired by 1950’s glamour, chic mid-century interiors with locally inspired design elements, and a little pop of rock ‘n’ roll heritage, Le Meridien has been brought back to Australia, and the first hotel to reintroduce the brand to the country is Le Meridien Melbourne. Designed by Melbourne-based architecture firm Peddle Thorp, this 5-star, 12-storey hotel […]
Melissa Gilbert, whose artist name is OFFERINGS, reigned in their first Melbourne Design Week with the exhibition of the furniture series ‘Sentients’ and the interactive program ‘Design Your Own Universe.’ Gilbert is a Eora-based multi-disciplinary artist and educator who possesses an infectious artistic passion – constantly striving to facilitate togetherness and connection through socially engaging […]
The Sydney-based architecture and design practice is collaborating with NSW Land and Housing Corporation and City West Housing to deliver affordable housing grounded in premier design principles. Affordable housing has unfortunately developed the reputation as negligent of good quality design, and consequently many low-income individuals and families are forced to reside in inadequate housing conditions. […]
The Melbourne-based property developer is eager to announce the sculptural masterpiece set to be a vertically integrated city within a city. When it is built, STH BNK is set to be a mini metropolis nestled in the heart of Melbourne. The city will equip residents with a cornucopia of everyday essentials within walking distance, to […]
Renowned interior design firm Unispace has created a heartwarming office space for their Brisbane studio on Creek Street that allows for both open-room collaboration and autonomous working. UniSpace is a global organisation specialising in creative workplace design – thoughtfulness, purpose and strategy are at the forefront of all projects. Australian Design Review sat down with […]
Mona has become the first and only museum in Australia to house a recording studio. Named in honour of its location – adjacent to and with views of Frying Pan Island – Frying Pan Studios is led by producer, studio designer and sound engineer Chris Townend, known for managing Big Jesus Burger, a beloved former […]
“If I was to rate this weekend out of ten, I’d give it 100,” Shona McElroy turns to me on the Sunday afternoon of Australian Design Review’s inaugural 30UNDER30 Creative Retreat. At this point, we had both kicked off our shoes and had our feet dangling in the pool. “It was above and beyond. It […]
Olana Janfa’s recent collaboration with Australian design brand Dowel Jones was an exhibition highlight at Melbourne Design Fair. Olana Janfa and Dowel Jones joined forces to display ‘Dancing Under the Water’ – eight pieces manufactured by the Fitzroy-based furniture designer decorated with Janfa’s colourful and expressive illustration-based artwork. These furniture pieces range from coffee tables […]
From 15 to 17 June, Design Show and ArchiBuild Expo will be operating under one roof at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. For Melburnians who missed out on the chance to lap up the colour and wonder of the recent Design Week, they can rest assured, and visit the hotly anticipated three-day event presented […]
From 1 July, Liz Westgarth will take on the role of international managing director for design practice Hassell. This appointment symbolises a generational shift in the practice’s approach to leadership, and Westgarth is committed to leading the global practice into a new era. Since joining in 2013, she has emerged as a highly valuable member […]
The Newcastle-based firm completed the interior fit out for a retrorama milk bar at Merewether Beach. Larrie’s – an abbreviation of ‘larrikin’, a happy-go-lucky, playful and mischievous character – is snugly nestled underneath the Merewether Beach Hotel. Inspired by classic Australian milk bars, the takeaway food store exudes comfort and cosyness, and also embraces the […]
Herman Miller has increased the availability of the updated Sayl chair and stool in a drive to use 50 percent of recycled content across all products by 2030. Released in Europe in 2022, renowned Swiss designer Yves Béhar’s Sayl Chair is now available in North America, Asia and Latin America. Each Sayl chair contains 0.9 […]
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