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Mitchell Jones co-founded Made For with Cara Stizza in 2016, and together they grew the practice from two to 20 in its first six years. A decade later, Jones is now the creative director of the studio, which is the latest company to join ADR‘s 30UNDER30 as a practice partner. Here he explains to ADR […]
The west coast’s annual design festival is returning in 2027 for its fifth year. From 11 to 18 March, Perth’s Liberty Theatre and State Buildings will once again play host to eight days of talks, exhibitions, open houses and events honouring the state’s creatives. A new venue added to the mix For the first time […]
The new collection from Greg Natale is designed to bring a touch of theatricality into the home. The capsule collection titled ‘Operetta’ features interior décor items including vases, candles, decorative dishes and more. Italian for ‘small opera’, Operetta reframes the rhythm and visual impact of the theatre for contemporary interior spaces. Natale used a palette […]
Like Olaf in Frozen, you may find your heart melting when you step into this gorgeous ArtMade-designed early learning centre. Crafted to feel like a warm hug, the interiors balance functionality with visual calm, creating a supportive environment for children, educators and caregivers. Little Seeds Early Learning Centre in Caringbah, Sydney, combines gentle curves and […]
Australian Design Review’s regular round-up of appointments, promotions and other practice news in Australian architecture and design for August 2026. Appointments Cottee Parker Reflecting its growing presence across Australia and New Zealand Cottee Parker has made three internal promotions and a key strategic appointment. Adam Pope has been promoted to director, recognising his leadership in the […]
From premium switches and powerpoints to scalable smart home technology, Clipsal is looking to bring greater design consideration to the electrical elements of the home – and build stronger relationships with the architects and interior designers specifying them. The details of a well-designed interior extend far beyond the furniture, finishes and fittings that first catch […]
Open House Latrobe is the first program of its kind, opening the doors to some of regional Victoria’s historical landmarks from 9-11 October. Not your traditional open house, the festival will open up more than just historic buildings. The program spans the area’s open mines, water treatment plants, landfill sites and community spaces across Moe, […]
IDEA (the Interior Design Excellence Awards) has always championed timelessness and the pursuit of excellence – something that resonates with new awards sponsor, Melbourne Gin Company (MGC). ADR speaks with winemaker and MGC founder Andrew Marks about his passion for classic cocktails, the story behind the brand, and the importance of timeless style over fleeting […]
Yasmine Ghoniem is the founder and director of YSG Studio, which she established in 2020 as a multidisciplinary practice combining architecture, interiors and curation. She has now come on board as a mentor and judge for Australian Design Review‘s next 30UNDER30 cohort for 2026/2027. Only a year after Ghoniem launched YSG, the studio was named […]
Six heritage warehouses beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge have been reimagined into a thriving workspace. Wedged beneath the hulking steel arches of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, where Lavender Bay’s industrial ghosts once rattled around empty concrete shells, six 1920s warehouses have swapped rust for revival with the energy of more than 100 businesses calling the […]
Last week Australian Design Review and SJB hosted The Curved Path, a Pineapple Soup event, ahead of entries opening for the 2026/2027 30UNDER30 program this week. The event was held in SJB’s Sydney studio and welcomed members of the A+D industry for a panel discussion on the diverse pathways a career in architecture can take. […]
Designed by Gaia Starace Design, Sabbia Residence is a compact beachfront apartment located in Freshwater, Sydney. What it lacks in square metres it makes up for in abundance with bespoke artistic touches that elevate everyday living. Custom pieces create cohesion Rome-born, Sydney-based Starace drew on her multidisciplinary background combining architecture, art and custom joinery design […]
Head of her eponymous design studio for nigh on quarter of a century, Miriam (Mim) Fanning has been racking up the accolades on a regular basis since then. Last year, she was named the recipient of the Interior Design Excellence Awards’ Gold Medal but that’s not her only experience with programs created by Niche Media(the […]
Last Thursday, seven practices from around the country came together at ForestOne’s showroom in the inner Melbourne suburb of Abbotsford to present their portfolios to an invited audience and representatives of this year’s Interior Excellence Awards jury panel. Following the Shortlist Reveal event at the Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney a couple of weeks […]
Newcastle’s beaches, ocean baths, laneways, parks and landmarks are being transformed for 10 days in a celebration of art, music and ideas. Run by the City of Newcastle from 25 September to 4 October, the program for the sixth New Annual festival includes over 400 artists, 40 events and seven new commissions. Building on the […]
For the fifth year of what has swiftly become the primary annual mentorship and creative pathways program for emerging professional designers and architects, Australian design brand King Living has come on board as a co-major partner. Australian Design Review talks to the brand’s head of design, Chris Cooke about King Living’s decision to support the […]
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Previously named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world, Melbourne’s Footscray is once again on the front foot with the recent opening of its first purpose-built build-to-rent (BTR) development. With 702 apartments over three unique buildings and a shared amenity-filled podium, Indi Footscray brings together architecture and interiors by local multidisciplinary studio SJB and […]
Eldercare Goodwood has become the first aged care home in South Australia to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating, signifying its world-leading sustainable design and construction. A year on from opening its doors in February 2025, the Eldercare Goodwood residential aged care home has made history as the first facility of its kind in […]
A privately-funded foundation by architect Carey Lyon will support research, publications and residencies for Melbourne’s design community. Founded as a way of giving back to the city that shaped his career, the Naarm Architecture Foundation (NAF) by prominent architect Carey Lyon officially launches on Tuesday 16 June as a charitable organisation dedicated to promoting discussion […]
The latest National Gallery of Victoria’s Winter Masterpieces exhibition is here. But while no one can doubt the exquisite artistry and consummate skills on display, how well does it sit to have a commercial brand as the title of the annual cultural draw card? Full disclosure, I’m one of those for whom an interest, knowledge […]
At this year’s 3daysofdesign festival in Copenhagen, family-owned Italian design company Arper is presenting a new exhibition, (RE)CONNECTING, built around themes of returning to the present moment and the people around us. Taking place this year from 10-12 June, 3daysofdesign is Denmark’s official design festival and represents one of the key events of the global […]
The new Powerhouse Parramatta is bringing over 50 designers from across Australia together to shape the spaces and experiences of the new museum in Sydney’s west. Ahead of the museum’s opening later this year, the collective of emerging and established Australian designers will be crafting the fabric of the building as well as its public and exhibition […]
Back for its 17th year, Brisbane Open House has announced its biggest line-up yet. Taking place over the weekend of the 18 and 19 July, this year’s event features 93 buildings, including a record 16 private homes and various government institutions, commercial towers and heritage gems. Many of the buildings are joining the ranks for […]
Carmelo Nastasi is a Sydney-based designer at Tzannes and sessional academic who was inspired by both his parents and the creative video platforms of his formative years. As a member of Australian Design Review‘s 30UNDER30 for 2025/2026, he tells ADR how a love of Sims was one of the pathways that led to a career in […]
Designed by Billard Leece Partnership (BLP), the Children’s Hospital at Westmead in Western Sydney has opened the doors of its new Wattle Building. Alongside the new Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick (Stage 1) and the Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre, which opened at the end of 2025 and were also designed by BLP, the new building […]
Anny Benjamin, as founder and creative director of Studio ab, created a diverse perspective for design and creativity. As part of the 2025/2026 cohort of Australian Design Review‘s 30UNDER30, she reflects on community, collaboration and building a meaningful design practice. Australian Design Review: Why did you enter the 30UNDER30 program? Anny Benjamin: I entered the […]
Shalini Rautela is a Melbourne-based architectural designer who uses a multidisciplinary approach in practising architecture and design. Joining the cohort of Australian Design Review‘s 30UNDER30 for 2025/2026, she shares her views on instinct, collaboration and the evolving role of architecture in a changing world. Australian Design Review: Why did you enter the 30UNDER30 program? Shalini […]
Dasha Tolotchkov is a Melbourne-based exhibition designer at the National Gallery of Victoria. Australian Design Review‘s 30UNDER30 for 2025/2026, she brings a playful and detail-driven approach to creating spatial experiences that evoke emotion, curiosity and quiet surprise. Australian Design Review: What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? Dasha Tolotchkov: In my spare time, […]
With a slew of projects recently completed and several more announced, Australia’s build-to-rent (BTR) sector is entering a phase of accelerated development. The national pipeline of apartments (operating, under construction or in planning) has increased from 39,300 in Q2 2025 to 51,000 in Q1 2026. The sector value has increased from $30.1 billion to $40.1 […]
There’s a reason the best studios in the country clear their calendars for June. While the daily work happens in the studio, Design Show Australia is where the industry solves its biggest project challenges. It is the definitive platform for discovering new brands, latest product releases, and the emerging trends that will shape Australian projects […]
Marlo Lyda is a Sydney-based designer and a multidisciplinary practitioner focused on material experimentation. As a member of Australian Design Review‘s 30UNDER30 for 2025/2026, Lyda talks about the need for community, her insights on sustainability and how she uses overlooked materials. Australian Design Review: What do you hope to get out of the program? Marlo […]
Three remarkable artists have claimed Australia’s most celebrated art prizes, reaffirming the enduring power of paint, place and cultural story. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are advised that the following article contains references to a deceased person. There are years when Australia’s most storied art prizes feel like a collective exhale, a moment when the […]
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