James Dyson Awards

“Design is not just about how something looks, but how it works. I don’t see a difference between a designer and an engineer, and I don’t want to see a difference. A designer should be both,” James Dyson.

“Australian Design Award – James Dyson Award (ADA-JDA) highlights projects from tertiary students of design in Australia most closely aligned with Dyson’s philosophy of complete design – meaning that a product should not only look good but also use innovation and technology to provide significant advantages over the product it replaces”

Knoll’s material world: A legacy of excellence, a future of innovation

From the industry-defining impact of the humble fabric swatch to the resonant statement on relevance and innovation at this year’s Salone del Mobile, Knoll’s material excellence continues to shape the world of design. Here, we explore this extraordinary legacy and look at how it informs the brand’s contemporary expression and the future of design.

Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula by Carr

Luxury used to mean the consumption of precious objects and items. Then it became the consumption of exclusive services. Now, it’s all about “transformative experiences” – this is luxury 3.0. And Carr is pioneering this outrageous new archetype with one of 2017’s most Instagrammed projects.

South Australia Projects

There’s more than churches being built in Adelaide. Find out which firms are doing what and upload current or recently completed SA projects.

The real difference between custom and flat-pack kitchen renovations

The decision isn’t really about budget. It comes down to who designs the kitchen, who builds it, and whether those are the same people installing it in your home.

Specifying Fireplaces in Commercial Projects: A CPD Live presentation

Presented by Escea

Michael Leeton on crafting place, protection and poetry in residential design

In this interview, Michael Leeton reflects on his philosophy of placemaking, connection to landscape and the importance of designing homes that balance intimacy with scale, using his award-winning project House on a Hill as a central reference point. 

AJC Architects’ Southern Lookout opens Hornsby quarry to the public

At Hornsby Park, AJC Architects’ Southern Lookout marks the first architectural intervention in the transformation of a former quarry into a major public landscape.