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Timothy Alouani-Roby

Timothy Alouani-Roby is a writer and the Editor of Indesignlive and Habitusliving. Having worked in elite professional sport for over a decade, he retrained in architecture at the University of Sydney, adding to previous degrees in philosophy, politics and English literature. Originally from Northern England, Timothy is also a student of Moroccan Arabic and divides his time between Gadigal-Sydney and Marrakech.

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Six things we learned about exclusivity and accessibility at our latest editorial dinner

Six things we learned about exclusivity and accessibility at our latest editorial dinner

As part of our ongoing series of intimate editorial dinners with Signature Appliances, we recently gathered a group of architects, designers and industry voices in Sydney for a private conversation around one of design’s most persistent questions: can everyone have access to great design and beautiful spaces?

Shortlisters announced for mid-year NSW Architecture Awards

Shortlisters announced for mid-year NSW Architecture Awards

The Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced the shortlist for the 2026 New South Wales Architecture Awards, with more than 120 projects recognised across 13 categories.

STORIESINDESIGN with RIBA Royal Gold Medallist, Níall McLaughlin

STORIESINDESIGN with RIBA Royal Gold Medallist, Níall McLaughlin

Recently in Australia as plans for the first new cathedral in over a century in Sydney were announced, Níall McLaughlin met Timothy Alouani-Roby during his visit to discuss community, tradition, inspiration and the history of architecture. 

200 years down, 200 to go

200 years down, 200 to go

Historic Littlebourne Guest House was one of the first settler houses built west of the mountains two centuries ago. Now, a renovation and extension are designed to secure the next 200 years.

An intimate conversation with Mim Fanning of Mim Design

An intimate conversation with Mim Fanning of Mim Design

Join Royal Oak Floors and Timothy Alouani-Roby for an intimate discussion with Mim Fanning, founder and principal of renowned Melbourne multi-disciplinary interior design practice Mim Design.

On Milan: The good, the bad and the trendy from Salone del Mobile 2026

On Milan: The good, the bad and the trendy from Salone del Mobile 2026

Salone del Mobile and the wider Milan Design Week again provided plenty of food for thought this year. Here, we reflect on some design ‘trends’ as well as taking a more critical view of the annual gathering.

Designing the daily rituals of work, hospitality and health

Designing the daily rituals of work, hospitality and health

The Commons has recently opened two new sites in Melbourne designed by DesignOffice — and this time, they include comprehensive health amenities.

A COX carnival of colour in the workplace

A COX carnival of colour in the workplace

A bold approach to colour aims to balance flexible workspace functionality with convivial areas of connection in this Sydney office by COX Architecture.

AI, education and 50 years of practice with Matthews Architects

AI, education and 50 years of practice with Matthews Architects

Things get a little philosophical on the podcast as Gerald Matthews of Adelaide-based Matthews Architects discusses the state of architectural education, AI and the practice’s 50-year milestone.

This New Zealand stadium is full of community and technological significance

This New Zealand stadium is full of community and technological significance

Josh Robson, Senior Principal and Senior Architect at Populous, talks us through the recently completed One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha, designed with Warren and Mahoney.

Listen now: SJB hits the half-century

Listen now: SJB hits the half-century

Five SJB directors join STORIESINDESIGN podcast the morning after celebrations at the NGV marking 50 years of practice for the Australian design firm.

Bathurst is fast becoming a hub for regional design and hospitality

Bathurst is fast becoming a hub for regional design and hospitality

With its historic buildings, natural scenery and a growing hospitality scene, the Bathurst region of New South Wales is a strong destination for design lovers.

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