With demand for affordable, sustainable and human-centric housing on the rise, and in response to Melbourne’s need for increased density, Nightingale Housing has launched its latest multi-res development, marking its debut in the northern suburb of Coburg. Nightingale Umarkoo Wayi, designed by Kennedy Nolan in collaboration with Nightingale Housing, reframes what sustainable, budget-conscious multi-residential design can look […]
Melbourne’s heritage-listed multi-arts precinct Abbotsford Convent has engaged architectural practice Kennedy Nolan to play a key role in its renewal. Abbotsford Convent’s Sacred Heart building, previously restored in March 2018. Photo: Derek Swalwell. Renowned for its rich history, striking built and natural landscapes and the community-led campaign to preserve it from commercial development, the six-hectare […]
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 our latest lookbook we have collected seven kitchens across Australia that utilise colours and textures of nature in all its wonderful forms. This selection is from our IDEA 2021 finalists, which all demonstrated the most excellent construction of space, light and colour in residential kitchens, while also showcasing each of the designer’s unique touch. Tickets for […]
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