“The most ancient of stories”: AKIN announced as winner of design competition for Barangaroo’s Harbour Park

The NSW Government has announced the winning design for Harbour Park at Sydney’s Barangaroo. AKIN, a First Nations-led design, will cover the 1.85 hectares of open space with a “regenerated natural retreat in the heart of the city.”

RICHARD HO: SPACES OF MEANING

A career-long quest for substance over style in architecture saw Richard Ho recognised with a ‘Designer of the Year’ accolade at the 2013 President’s Design Award. Narelle Yabuka caught up with this veteran of Singapore architecture to chat about his early years, the honing of his craft, his unique working methods, and three decades of practice.

Finding the surface solution for bar, club and hotel design

Eye catching hospitality and hotel design is a tricky thing to get right – but with Staron Solid Surfaces, your options are limitless.

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A journey of renewal: Integrating Japanese bathing rituals into bathroom design

Jason Gibney, winner of the Editor’s Choice Award in 2025 Habitus House of the Year, reflects on how bathroom rituals might just be reshaping Australian design.

The new Sydney Fish Market opens as a landmark destination 

Signalling a transformative moment for Blackwattle Bay and the redevelopment of Sydney’s harbour foreshore, the newly open Sydney Fish Market demonstrates how thoughtfully designed public realm and contemporary market space can unite to create a landmark urban destination.

The evolution of design

Knoll unveils two compelling chapters in its uncompromising design story: the Perron Pillo Lounge Chair and new material palettes for the Saarinen Pedestal Collection.

CBRE Sydney workplace by Bates Smart reimagines the office experience

CBRE’s new Sydney workplace elevates the working life and celebrates design that is all style and sophistication.