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Reporting back from a Scandinavian design odyssey

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Reporting back from a Scandinavian design odyssey

Following a design pilgrimage through Copenhagen, Stockholm and Finland, FK’s Nicky Drobis reflects on 3daysofdesign, the work of Aino and Alvar Aalto, and why great design begins and ends with people.

“Nothing lost, everything gained”: Michael Jones returns and reflects in the Byera Hadley diaries

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“Nothing lost, everything gained”: Michael Jones returns and reflects in the Byera Hadley diaries

AJC Architects’ Michael Jones has completed his travelling research scholarship in Europe and reports back on initial findings — with much relevance for Sydney and beyond.

The Byera Hadley diaries: Agriculture and architecture rendezvous in Europe

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The Byera Hadley diaries: Agriculture and architecture rendezvous in Europe

Currently in Europe researching straw as a waste material as part of his research scholarship, AJC Architects’ Michael Jones reports back on what he’s seen and learned so far.

Behind the Brand with Jasper Sundh

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Behind the Brand with Jasper Sundh

Jasper Sundh of Hästens shares insights on global growth, wellness-led design and expanding the premium sleep brand in Australia.

Telegram from Stockholm and Paris Design Weeks

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Telegram from Stockholm and Paris Design Weeks

With just a few days to explore both Stockholm and Paris Design Weeks, one merely scratches surface of an extravaganza of creativity. Jan Henderson reports.

A lot of luxury at bedtime – this is the Hästens’ effect

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A lot of luxury at bedtime – this is the Hästens’ effect

Travelling to Sweden to sleep in a bed is extreme but this artisanal handmade bed isn’t just any bed, it’s a Hästens. Jan Henderson reports from Sweden.

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What is design for wellbeing?

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What is design for wellbeing?

Part of a series produced by VOLA, Wellness and Wellbeing is a thought-provoking short film presented by none other than acclaimed British designer Ilse Crawford.

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What Did You Learn When Magnus Wästberg Was Here?

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What Did You Learn When Magnus Wästberg Was Here?

Recently in Australia to visit Euroluce, Swedish lighting designer Magnus Wästberg brought with him copies of his lighting design manifesto, Lamps for Neanderthal Man.