The latest in interiors
With Neolith, its technology and aesthetic offering, every dream becomes a reality. “All art is but imitation of nature,” were the wise words of Roman philosopher Seneca. This adage has been proven time and time again by Neolith. And this year it has done so with flying colours. The Neolith colour portfolio comprises 66 different […]
Nestled among the rolling hills of Ewingsdale on the outskirts of Byron Bay is Soma, an oasis of modern architecture, natural elements and the ancient practice of yoga. Byron Bay has become the epicentre of Australia for yoga retreats, meditation gurus and all forms of alternative practices and lifestyles. For Vedic meditation teacher and yogi, […]
The Mirrii collection by Koskela focuses on lampshades stemming from a very special collaboration with the artists of Yinarr Maramali. Entitled Mirii (star), the First Nations lighting range is the first NSW-based lighting collaboration which builds on the success of the Yuta Badayala, Tili Wiru, Yuttu Dugitj and Kapu Minaral collaborations. Yinarr Maramali is a […]
Sikata house by The Designory sits within a square feet corner site in Byron Bay’s coveted golden grid, mirroring the sandy warm tones of the surrounding beaches, clifftops and bushlands. Exuding all the hallmarks of the global travel experience, Sikata house is an exploration of the concept of wabi-sabi, the elusive beauty of imperfection, aptly […]
Under the guise of a typical contemporary family home in inner-east Melbourne, Hideaway house by Cera Stribley cleverly conceals a subterranean oasis. Originally, Hideaway house, an existing three-storey dwelling, had all the nuts and bolts of a contemporary family home in Melbourne’s inner-east. But with a vivacious young family to accommodate, there was limited space […]
Perched atop the Burbury Hotel in Canberra and nestled above the skyline and clouds, this cafe by day and bar by night reveals very different visages, one with a hint of Italian modernism by day and the other an ode to the retro universe of Edward Hopper at night. At first glance, if you step […]
At the end of last year, we announced the IDEA 2022 winners at The Timber Yard in Melbourne. The winner in the prestigious Event category was Arthur Koutoulas for Denfair – Main Stage. The Denfair – Main Stage is an immersive foam installation that aims to explore the dissolving distinctions between sculpture, furniture and architecture. The […]
Situated in Adelaide’s Heritage-listed old East End Produce Markets, which were developed into residential accommodation during the 90s, East End residence is a three-level townhouse that possessed ‘beautiful potential’ in need of realisation. Subtle is the first word that comes to mind when you stumble across East End residence. After a pared-back space that removed […]
In 2022, Australian Design Review announced the inaugural ADR’s 30UNDER30, a program designed to recognise the talents of Australian interior and product designers. After a rigorous judging process, the final 30 have been unveiled. The judging panel included Adam Goodrum, Kirsten Stanisich, Ara Salomone, Andrew Parr, Carolyn Solley, Sophia Leopardi, Peta Heffernan and Dr Jess […]
The Sue Carr Award is dedicated to third-year architecture and interior design students who can demonstrate excellent academic achievement. Today, the most recent recipient, Natasha Veri, shares what it meant to win, her future plans, and how her design philosophy is always a “work in progress”. Announced at the INDEX exhibition opening night in early […]
Infused with retro-inspired details and a speakeasy bar, Pirate Life Brewery by Stickman Tribe is a multi-venue project that offers two distinct hospitality experiences in Perth’s CBD. Stickman Tribe is a boutique interior design studio founded by principal designer Marcos Cain. Along with offices in Dubai and Shanghai, Stickman Tribe recently unveiled its new studio […]
The director of Harley Graham Architects takes inside on a tour of his personal passion project, dubbed Phoenix house and located in Byron Bay. ADR: This project is perhaps the most unusual we’ve ever featured, as it spent quite a bit of time in storage, right? Harley Graham: That’s right! I had purchased a small […]
Graduate Institute of Innovation by Jordan Design Studio is a coworking space designed for developing the skill set of the next generation of Australian scientists. Completed over the course of 24 weeks, this project met two briefs. Functionally, the client required a space with a reception, platform, booth seating and kitchenette. Visually, they were after a calm […]
Representing Australian craftsmanship and bold colours, Kiln by Fiona Lynch Office (FLO) is also an exercise in sustainable multidisciplinary collaboration. Located in the new Ace Hotel Sydney’s rooftop restaurant and bar, Kiln is a unique space that evokes the Australian landscape through its aesthetics of filtered, vibrant hues. Speaking on her design approach, Lynch says […]
Designed for a young family, Hütt 01: PassiveHouse by Melbourne Design Studios (MDS) is an inner-urban oasis on a tiny footprint. MDS is an interactive studio for high-end contemporary architecture and sustainable design. Recently, the studio was the recipient of the Sustainability award for IDEA 2022 for the project Hütt 01: PassiveHouse. The Sustainability category […]
Giant Design’s recently completed project Oborozuki is a modern take on Japanese aesthetics at the heart of Sydney. ‘Oborozuki’ roughly translates to hazy moon, an allusion that provided ample inspiration for the interior direction. A year and a half in the making and with a budget of almost $5 million, Oborozuki was been a labour of […]
The latest in architecture
Since April last year, ADR has produced a wealth of lookbooks that cover excellent examples of Australian interior design and architecture. For today’s piece, we’ll take a look back at some of our favourites! Many of the projects featured are from our IDEA 2021 finalists. IDEA 2022 is now open for entries, celebrating the best Australian […]
Walbanga and Wadi Wadi woman and award-winning interior designer Alison Page has been named the IDEA 2021 Gold Medallist. The annual award, now in its 20th year, is given to a practitioner who has “contributed their talent to enriching the design landscape of Australia” and was announced at the IDEA Gala party in Sydney on 24 […]
Futures Collective brings together the work of a range of award-winning designers determined to keep sustainability at the forefront of their practice.
Created for a former opera director who wanted a functional home to shelter her teenage children for years to come, Wheatland Road by Melbourne-based architecture practice Foomann is independently social. Established by Jo Foong and Jamie Sormann in 2008, Foomann is devoted to the “realisation of beautifully simple, sensitive spaces”, and Wheatland Road provides a […]
Australian architecture and design firm Architectus has announced it will enhance its education offering with the promotion of Matthew Todd as principal. Architectus has experienced recent strong growth fuelled by several significant education projects wins, including the $60 million Health and Community Centre of Excellence at Kangan’s Broadmeadows Campus, and the UNSW Health Translation Hub […]
Located inland from Surfers Paradise, Niña by Plus Architecture is a highly considered and unique development in prime position. Plus Architecture aims to redefine lifestyle expectations on the Gold Coast with its new residential development for Sydney-based real estate agency Macquarie York. Based on current expressions of interest, Plus Architecture expects Niña to follow in […]
Melbourne’s MPavilion 2021 season comes to end next month. It surely has done its job in providing an optimistic beacon of post-pandemic recovery full of design and architectural innovation. Since November, MPavilion has provided more than 150 days of free events filled with talks, workshops, performances, family-friendly experiences, community projects and installations are slated for the annual architecture […]
There’s been a lot of NGV news recently and today’s announcement promises to be the first of its kind for not only the gallery but for the art world at large. Opened 10 March 2022, QUEER: Stories from the NGV Collection spans five gallery spaces and features around 400 hundred artworks traversing timelines and geographies. […]
The National Gallery of Victoria has invited internationally renowned female designers and architects to create major new and significant work for the NGV collection. The five-year series is fostered by a significant contribution from MECCA Brands through its philanthropic program, M-Power, which champions and elevates women in art and design. Announced on International Women’s Day, […]
After over three decades of being independently published in Australia, Architectural Review is now digital only. ADR chats to Madeleine Swain to find out what was behind the move. ADR: To begin with, who are you and how long have you been with Architectural Review (AR)? Madeleine Swain: I’m the managing editor and I’ve been […]
Active in the region since 2016, ASPECT Studios is currently engaged in a wide variety of development schemes, master planning and public domain projects in the area. Built from an international team of landscape architects, urban designers, strategists and city makers, ASPECT has an impressive track record designing and delivering culturally and environmentally sensitive public […]
Exclusively developed for the NGV by the Centre Pompidou and the Musée national Picasso-Paris, the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition will feature over 70 works by Picasso alongside over 100 pieces by his contemporaries. From June 10 to October 9, the world-premiere Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition, The Picasso Century, will chart the extraordinary career of Pablo […]
As a fresh bunch of undergraduates get their first taste of architecture studies, Make Architects Sydney partners James Chase and Michelle Evans reflect on their own university days and share some wisdom for those starting out in the profession. Make Architect’s Sydney was established in 2016 and is located in the heart of the CBD, […]
Her Majesty’s Theatre in Adelaide has won a national award at the Australian Institute of Building (AIB) Professional Excellence in Building Awards.
Interior architectural designer, disability advocate and Ph.D. candidate at Monash University Ilianna Ginnis will bring cognition to the discussion table in design practice this Sunday at MPavilion. In collaboration with Monash University’s head of industrial design Dr Kanvar Nayer, Ginnis will present a hands-on workshop around dementia and disability within the design industry, while sharing […]
Inspired by an upbringing surrounded by nature and the importance of ‘hands-on’ work, Sydney-based architect Katherine Burdett is all about architecture that positively inspires its inhabitants through feel and function. The director of emerging design practice Noble Architecture, Burdett provides services to both Sydney and Regional Australia, with a particular focus on sustainable projects that […]
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