Entries to the 2024 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) open on Tuesday 5 March! Another round of last year’s winners have taken a ‘shelfie’ showing off their trophy contextualised with their own design practice or aesthetic. Every year, IDEA shines a light on the best of Australian interior and product design. And, every year, the […]
In recent years, the concept of neurodiversity, which both recognises and celebrates the variations and unique ways of thinking that many people have, has gained an increased amount of traction and attention. With increased awareness comes shifts in expectations about the level of support and inclusion neurodiverse people are offered on a social level, as […]
In the wake of Australia’s ban on engineered stone, architects and interior designers need to get creative about safe alternatives. ForestOne’s diverse range of silica-free benchtop solutions allow for responsible specification that still meets client expectations. Late last year, the Federal Government announced that a national ban on the use, supply and manufacture of all […]
Working from home is the new normal for many Australians. To make your experience more productive, more serene and less fatiguing, Australian Design Review (ADR) has assembled a selection of the best designer products and pieces you need in your workspace. By embracing this new work model, valued employees can reap the benefits of greater […]
Smart Design Studio’s IDEA 2023 shortlisted projects show a proclivity to excel in designing spaces conducive to mental and physical wellness. Clocking over 25 years as a practice, Alexandria-based Smart Design Studio has cultivated a reputation as veterans of the Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA). This year is no different, with the practice shortlisted in […]
The trans-Tasman design firm, known for designing buildings that provide a resounding positive impact, has revealed plans for the University of New England’s (UNE) Tamworth Central project in central New South Wales. The Tamworth Central project involves designing the foundation building for the proposed campus on the existing Velodrome site on Peel Street in Tamworth’s […]
The small but mighty Collingwood-based practice Chan Architecture expanded a 1920s art deco residence into an inviting, earnest and subtly sleek family home grounded in passive design principles. For 16 years, Chan Architecture has been guided by an immersive, hands-on and collaborative approach to design, constantly motivated to experiment with methodologies and work closely with […]
Hassell has designed a dynamic, flexible and adaptive research space for Australian National University’s (ANU) School of Physics. Hassell has delivered a long awaited and purpose-built science facility – conducive to rigorous engagement and cutting-edge research – that coincides with its eight year partnership with the university. The global design practice’s design has enabled the […]
The upgrade to the exterior façade of Perth’s most recognisable CBD tower will establish a new precedent in design sustainability through a rigorous material recovery and recycling program. The revamping of the exterior facade of Central Park Tower reflects a prioritising of sustainability, with over 150,000 kilograms of materials being recycled and a recovery rate […]
The winners of this year’s awards program will be officially announced on Thursday 16 November at the ArchiTeam Awards Opening Night in Melbourne. ArchiTeam Cooperative has provided small practice architects with support and guidance for thirty-one years. The membership association prides itself on being member-led in encouraging and empowering small practice architects to excel and […]
Global design firm Buchan is thrilled to announce the concept design for the Australian Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, that applauds the beauty of Australia’s natural landscape. Buchan’s design of the Pavilion responds to Australia’s Expo theme ‘Chasing the Sun,’ through saluting Australia’s spirit and diverse landscape. Designing Future Society for our Lives […]
Cumulus Studio senior architect Andrew Geeves believes understanding challenges is essential for architects of all ages and stages who are looking to constantly adapt, learn and excel. Australian Design Review’s 30UNDER30 program provides mentorship and career development in the architecture and design industry, bringing together game-changers, industry leaders, practice founders, product manufacturers, suppliers and sponsors […]