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The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) has announced the winners of the 2023 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art awards (NATSIAA). The coveted 2023 Telstra Art Award, valued at $100,000, has been awarded to Thu’ Apalech artist Keith Wikmunea from Aurukun, Queensland. A judging panel featuring Kelli Cole, Janina […]
In a new report conducted by the global design practice Hassell, it was revealed that companies that have tweaked both office spaces and work methodologies have a 17 percent higher satisfaction rate among employees than offices that have stuck to pre-pandemic routines. This year’s report, tilted Great Adaptations: 2023 Workplace Futures Survey, marks the fourth […]
The Sydney-based interior design practice completed the interior fitout for Chippendale’s new seafood restaurant and wine bar that is grounded in an appreciation for local produce and sustainable design principles. Located in the former Automata site at The Old Clare Hotel, Longshore by Guru Projects is the most recent offering by dynamic hospitality duo and […]
Award-winning design firm AJC Architects is pleased to announce the news that two of the firm’s high-performing staff members, Dua Green and Duncan Corrigall, have joined the AJC ownership team. Green and Corrigal will be taking on the new positions, alongside AJC’s continuing directors Michael Heenan, Brian Mariotti and John Whittingham. “We are very proud […]
After much deliberation, and a record amount of entries, the IDEA 2023 shortlist has been announced. Following the announcement of the IDEA 2023 shortlist, our judges – Sue Fenton, Byron George, Elvin Tan, Jade Nottage, Megan Norgate, Danielle Brustman and Chair Rachel Nolan – came together at Krost Showroom to select the winners for each category, as well as this year’s […]
In honour of National Science Week, ADR sat down with HDR associate directors Amy Papas and Simone Benvenuti to discuss the immense honour of designing spaces for transformative research, the fusion of science and architecture, and the burden on women to provide solutions to unequal representation in architecture. There’s nothing more exciting than two disciplines […]
Melbourne-based artist Jacquelyn Stephens is known for works that embody paint, earth, air, water and fire. Combining her interests in water, science, nature, the environment, as well as taking inspiration from her training in nursing, her works transcend the standard and create a world of their own. Her works have been featured in art galleries, […]
Australasia’s leading contemporary art fair, which will run from 7 to 10 September at the beloved Carriageworks multi-arts centre, promises another stellar lineup of local and international galleries. In partnership with MA Financial Group, Sydney Contemporary revealed the program for the Installation Contemporary, the inaugural MA Art Prize and additional festival favourites. This year’s festival […]
It’s almost time! This Thursday 17 August the shortlist for IDEA 2023 will be revealed from 7pm. Thank you to everyone who entered IDEA 2023. Our six jury members will meet in Melbourne to discuss the shortlisted projects and select a winner for each category. They will also select the winners of the special awards – […]
Sydney property developer Central Element and joint venture partner Develotek have set their sights west with architecture and design firm SJB. The new venture will see the two firms launch their first project in the inner west, Wolseley Street site in Drummoyne. Named Bianca, the development consists of 12 generous three- and four-bedroom waterfront residences […]
The Collingwood-based practice’s design of the newest addition to University of Tasmania’s Inveresk campus exemplifies its zealous embrace of sustainability in design. Located on the banks of North Esk River amongst the historically rich Launceston railway workshops, River’s Edge is a modern learning environment where staff and students can meet for thoughtful and productive interaction. […]
Construction giant Multiplex has been announced as the selected builder partner for one of Australia’s most iconic projects and first 5-minute vertical city, STH BNK By Beulah. The news comes after years of anticipation and bated breath to discover who will be tasked with building an awe-inspiring STH BNK By Beulah project that pushes the […]
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Rachaporn Choochuey's overriding principle for all(zone) is that it should never grow so large that she can’t remember all the names of her staff.
Senior architect Sam Daysh studied and worked in the UK prior to moving to Australia in 2013 and was promoted to associate at Luke Fry Architecture & Interior Design (LFAI) on 21 September 2022. LFAI was founded eight years ago with the goal to design projects that foster a healthy, highly functional environment that creates […]
Internationally renowned artist Rone is set to take over Melbourne’s iconic location with his exhibition, Time. The epic new installation will be brought to Flinders Street Station’s hidden third floor and ballroom, bringing a lost era of Melbourne history back to life. Over three years since its inception, Time will open to the public on […]
Located in the leafy south-eastern Melbourne suburb of Caulfield, Bridge house by Kister Architects references the home’s Modernist beginnings while also looking ahead to future needs. Bridge house sits on a generous suburban block and began as a single-site, double-storey dwelling. Melbourne-based practice Kister Architects has morphed the home into a family-friendly double-site, single-storey build […]
Clémence Carayol joins the team at Niche as the online editor of Australian Design Review and the new editor of Niche’s flagship interior design publication, inside. Born in France but now based in Australia, Carayol traded Paris for Melbourne during the COVID-19 pandemic in January 2021. Passionate about design and “all the pleasures of life”, Carayol is excited […]
Zenith has long focused on its sustainability credentials – increasing innovation and improving processes is always a top priority.
Named in reference to its complex roof design, Zig Zag house by Stukel Architecture is a bold form that “borrows its structure from a shade-giving palm leaf”, according to the practice. Located in Sydney’s eastern suburb of Kensington, Zig Zag house signals the clients’ return to their old family home. The clients desired a unique […]
Across two days, the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Architecture will present the ‘Future Design Research Symposium’. Held on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 September, the symposium will see 30 national and international speakers explore how contemporary design practices produce meaningful social and cultural transformation, and how design research and industry create synergies solutions for […]
Neolith is a heat and weather resistant sintered stone surface made in 100 percent carbon neutral conditions, and perfect for indoor/outdoor living.
In accepting the MPavilion 2022 design commission, Bangkok’s all(zone) forges permanence in favour of lightness, sustainability and, above all, joy. “I always wonder why if it’s sustainable, it has to be brown,” Rachaporn Choochuey says from the office of her Bangkok studio. “We live in a world where material scientists are doing incredible things with […]
Tilt Industrial Design is increasing its presence in Victoria and its investment in the public sector with the appointment of Laura Clauscen as curator and design manager. Established in 2014, Tilt is a team of industrial designers, fabricators and engineers based out of Sydney. It has worked with Australian and international clients, delivering a vast array […]
Looking to shift the global lens to local designs, Adam Goodrum talks about why Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 is the chance for Australian designers to be recognised. 30UNDER30: When you were a junior designer, were there any similar awards The most significant award around during my early career was the Bombay Sapphire Design and Discovery Award. It […]
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