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Aleesha Callahan

Aleesha Callahan is the editor of Habitus. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Aleesha seeks out the unique people, projects and products that define the Indo Pacific region. Aleesha was previously the editor of Indesignlive.com and has written and contributed to various publications and brands in her 10 years in the architecture and design industry, bringing intimate insight to her stories having first trained and practised as an interior designer. Her passion for mid-century design and architecture began while living and working in Berlin.

Stories

Vale Rodolfo Dordoni 1954 – 2023

Vale Rodolfo Dordoni 1954 – 2023

This week we say goodbye to renowned Italian designer Rodolfo Dordoni and reflect on the enormous influence he had on the design industry.

Introducing 12 of the most jaw-dropping kitchens

Introducing 12 of the most jaw-dropping kitchens

As seen in the Gaggenau Kitchen of the Year 2023 shortlist, these 12 kitchens express clever design solutions, luxurious living and the finest in materials and appliances.

Our response to the Architects Declare Open Letter to design media

Our response to the Architects Declare Open Letter to design media

What is the media’s role in pushing a more sustainable agenda? Indesign Media Asia Pacific editor Aleesha Callahan responds to the open letter.

Elisa Ossino’s “techno-archaic” design approach

Elisa Ossino’s “techno-archaic” design approach

For Italian designer Elisa Ossino, the future of design is at the convergence of nature and technology. We chat with her at V-ZUG’s Fluxus installation during Salone del Mobile to learn about how this philosophy is permeating many parts of design.

Tune in for these 5 talks with Indesign’s team at Melbourne Design Week

Tune in for these 5 talks with Indesign’s team at Melbourne Design Week

Melbourne Design Week kicks off this week. We’re thrilled to be involved – come down and say hi as the team moderates 5 exciting panel discussions.

Milan exclusive: Luca Nichetto on the value of being a generalist

Milan exclusive: Luca Nichetto on the value of being a generalist

Renowned designer Luca Nichetto says when it comes to his craft he is “100 per cent a generalist, because as a generalist you get to be a director of an orchestra”. Aleesha Callahan spoke with Luca during Salone del Mobile.

Lights up! 7 of the brightest new lighting brand updates at Euroluce

Lights up! 7 of the brightest new lighting brand updates at Euroluce

We’re reporting from the fairgrounds of Salone del Mobile where the world’s most exciting lighting design showcase, Euroluce, is happening. Aleesha Callahan picks out 7 brands presenting epic new pieces.

The ultimate see and do guide to Milan Furniture Fair

The ultimate see and do guide to Milan Furniture Fair

We’ve collated all the Milan Furniture Fair guides from a set of our favourite suppliers. Your Milan journey starts here.

10 things we can’t wait to see at Milan Design Week 2023

10 things we can’t wait to see at Milan Design Week 2023

The Salone del Mobile is just around the corner. The schedule is jam-packed and it already seems as if there’s not enough hours in the week for all the design goodness! Here are 10 things to earmark for your Milan Design Week schedule.

A party to remember – Cult’s 25th anniversary

A party to remember – Cult’s 25th anniversary

To mark the official opening of its Design Icons exhibition, Cult hosted an unforgettable event in the Sydney showroom.

Calling all visitors to this year’s Salone del Mobile

Calling all visitors to this year’s Salone del Mobile

The team across Indesign is filling the calendar with events in preparation for the year’s biggest international design fair, but the most important question – will we see you there? Let us know!

Give a meaningful gift with the Cult blood drive

Give a meaningful gift with the Cult blood drive

In partnership with Life Blood, Cult has launched a blood drive with the goal of reaching 100 blood donations throughout December. The initiative is one close to their hearts, in honour of long-time team member Chelsea Rodrigues.

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