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Design without borders
From lighting and large-scale art installations to experiments with paper, plastics and fungi, Edward Linacre Studio is entering a new chapter built around creativity, collaboration and sustainable material research.
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Paola Lenti makes a case for colour confidence
At dedece Sydney, Anna Lenti introduced the Chromatic Alphabet, a new design tool intended to make architects and designers less hesitant about working with colour.
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Beyond new perspectives with Muuto
Twenty years after its founding, Muuto used 3daysofdesign to look beyond the idea of novelty and towards a more reflective future for Scandinavian design.
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The moment is NAU, in Copenhagen
Founded by Richard Munao in 2017, NAU’s presentation at 3daysofdesign builds on decades of groundwork by Cult and marks a confident moment for Australian design overseas.
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Living small, thinking circular
Joanne Odisho has been named the 2026 Australian Furniture Design Award winner for Mod-u, a modular lighting system made from eggshell composites and bio-filament.
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Ruth Allen and Nicole Lawrence bring shared material intelligence to Melbourne Design Week
At r.a.g.e Hot Glass Studio, the glass artist and furniture designer will trace the making of two sculptural wall sconces through live glassblowing, discussion and process-led collaboration.
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Standout furniture launches from Milan Design Week 2026
From indoor-outdoor furniture systems and archival reissues to experimental lighting, circular materials and collectible surfaces, these launches captured Milan Design Week’s broader conversation around comfort, craft, longevity and atmosphere.
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Generations of knowledge, contemporary design
Three generations of family knowledge and expertise shape Raffine’s approach: sculptural furniture in natural materials, tailored customer service, and timeless designs built to endure.
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From Milan to Melbourne – Dome’s Dazzling Decade
Superb design evokes an instinctive sensory response. Our eyes linger on lines and curves, our bodies lean towards the experience of touch, and our imaginations suggest scents of salty breezes, sun-warmed citrus or rich espresso.
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The secret weapon of hospitality design
In cafés, bars and restaurants, stools do more than fill gaps at counters and bars. They support density, encourage movement across scales – making them a strategically important seating typology to get right in hospitality design.
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The heritage, humanity and provenance of comfort, with KFive
KFive kicks off a year of 25th anniversary celebrations with an intimate in-conversation about ‘comfort’, at the Melbourne Art Fair.
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Patricia Urquiola’s Tufty-Time at 20: How a design icon evolves
Two decades after it first redefined the classic Chesterfield, B&B Italia’s Tufty-Time returns in a new edition. Tufty-Time 20 refines the original’s comfort, form and flexibility while embedding circularity at its core.
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Legacy, Refined
Herman Miller’s reintroduction of the Eames Moulded Plastic Dining Chair balances environmental responsibility with an enduring commitment to continuous material innovation.
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Inside the workshop of Simeon Dux
Designer-maker Simeon Dux creates finely crafted timber furniture with longevity, precision and heritage at its core.
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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.
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Designing for longevity: the product-led practice of Dirk du Toit
From furniture and homewares to lighting, Dirk du Toit’s Melbourne-based studio Dutoit is built on local manufacturing, material restraint and the belief that longevity is central to sustainable design.
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Design Mumbai wraps up its second edition
Design Mumbai has concluded its second edition, reinforcing its position as India’s leading international showcase for contemporary design.
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Adam Markowitz: Architect, maker, advocate
Architect, designer and craftsman Adam Markowitz bridges the worlds of architecture and fine furniture, blending precision, generosity and advocacy to strengthen Australia’s craft and design community.
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Tailored furniture, seamless service: Introducing the new King Living Trade Hub
Poised at the intersection of design and service, King Trade has launched a new dedicated hub in Bondi Junction, which offers tailored product, service and pricing for architects and interior designers.
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Australian Furniture Design Award 2026 registrations open
Stylecraft and NGV call for furniture and lighting designs addressing small-space living, with $20,000 prize and commercial development opportunity.
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Fletcher Arts October group show returns to Toorak
Held in a private Melbourne residence, Fletcher Arts’ annual exhibition unites over 30 Australian artists and designers in a setting where art meets architecture.
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KEEP: Forever Objects by six Australian architects
AHEC’s KEEP exhibition at Cult Sydney sees six Australian architects craft lasting furniture pieces, on view until 4th October.
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Ross Gardam unveils Dwell, a refined modular collection
Where style and substance truly dwell, Gardam’s latest modular collection – available through Stylecraft – balances elegance and versatility.
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American Hardwood Export Council and Hendro Hadinata present KARANA Collection
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) has collaborated with leading Indonesian designer Hendro Hadinata on the KARANA Collection, unveiled at Indonesia Design Week (IDW).
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Multiple moments of mastery with Biasol
Through experience and with a passion for great design, Biasol is making gentle and perfect waves on the landscape of design.
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Schiavello launches reimagined digital platform
A new online space offers designers enhanced tools, resources and real-time customisation.
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From curves to classics: Poliform’s top five icons
Poliform has mastered the art of seating that is both elegant and adaptable. These five designs highlight the balance between aesthetic impact and everyday ease.
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Knoll’s legacy of Total Design celebrated at Living Edge panel event
Emily Moss, Brooke Lloyd, Juliette Arent Squadrito and Alexandra Ramundi joined Alice Blackwood at Living Edge’s stunning showroom to discuss a milestone approach to design.
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Inside MillerKnoll’s Archives: Where decades fuse, design unites, and legacy unfolds
The undeniable thread connecting Herman Miller and Knoll’s design legacies across the decades now finds its profound physical embodiment at MillerKnoll’s new Design Yard Archives.
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Harbro: A Family Legacy of Melbourne-Made Furniture
Harbro has it all – beautiful furniture designs that add a sophisticated touch to any room.
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Shaping Australian design culture for 25 years with Living Edge CEO Aidan Mawhinney
For Aidan Mawhinney, the secret ingredient to Living Edge’s success “comes down to people, product and place.” As the brand celebrates a significant 25-year milestone, it’s that commitment to authentic, sustainable design – and the people behind it all – that continues to anchor its legacy.
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The material and the maker: Four projects by some of India’s top designers
The second installment in our three-part series on collaborations between the world’s best designers and the American Hardwood Export Council
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The mould everyone fits: 75 years of the Eames Shell Chair
For three-quarters of a century, the iconic Eames Shell Chair has redefined the very act of sitting with its groundbreaking form, proving that, rather than restrict, the right mould can embrace every space, need and individual aspiration.
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From Sydney to Scandinavia: Inside NAU’s immersive exhibition at Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign
A curated exhibition in Frederiksstaden captures the spirit of Australian design
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“Furniture design offered a creative freedom that felt quite liberating”: Joanne Odisho on working with Knotte
New Australian modular seating brand, Knotte, has collaborated with Melbourne designer, Joanne Odisho, to develop its latest range, Almas. We asked her to tell us more.
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Space Furniture unveils world’s first B&B Italia Outdoor store
Space Furniture has opened the world’s first standalone B&B Italia Outdoor showroom, a landmark space celebrating an enduring partnership of over 30 years with B&B Italia.
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Cult’s Richard Munao on Stories Indesign
The founder and managing director of iconic Australian furniture brand Cult joins us on the podcast to discuss his journey through the world of commercial design.
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“My model is to make what I like and hopefully other people will too”: Meet Zachary Frankel
Pairing his honed expertise with a unique design language, Zachary Frankel is shaping his own world his way.
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This new collection brings a sleek durability to the modern workplace
Zenith have reimagined a favourite collection for a workplace range that is informed by residential design
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Man x Machine x Material: Jarrod Lim and AI
Expert designer Jarrod Lim has collaborated with AI. While the process might have been interesting, the outcome is nothing less than remarkable.
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Designing for success
Two designers from Aotearoa/New Zealand are making a splash in the world of furniture design, creating objects of desire while carving their individual pathways to success.
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Molmic has arrived in Abbotsford!
With a new trade showroom in Melbourne, Molmic has the space for its many ranges of furniture and a place to call home in Abbotsford.
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From indoors to outdoors with Poliform’s signature elegance
Renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship and revered design, Poliform has released its first-ever outdoor furniture collection. Tailored for the discerning needs of commercial and residential environments, the range promises to reshape luxury in the great outdoors.
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This outdoor campaign is infused with a Mediterranean summer spirit
Pedrali’s latest #PEDRALITALES series features some of their newest outdoor ranges to inspire endless al-fresco living
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Celebrating a decade of Dowel Jones
Dowel Jones is ten years young this year and the future is bright for the Australian furniture designers and manufacturers.
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Icons of excellence: Four pieces of design history on show
Step inside the legacy of Motelni&C, with four pieces elevated to iconic status
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“It’s a bit like writing a little song or a Japanese haiku:” Patrick Jouin on design, collaboration, and a partnership for the ages
Pedrali and Patrick Jouin celebrate more than ten years of collaboration with new evolutions to their iconic designs
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Stylecraft and Akaba are celebrating 30 years of iconic collaboration
This Spanish furniture brand creates functional pieces inspired by art.
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When activism and creativity combine for a better future
How five friends created employment and economic security for their region.
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Be the first to see the new modernist furniture collection inspired by Sir Roy Grounds
Melbourne Design Week will play host to a furniture launch that reimagines the moderne movement.
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Herman Miller revisits the playful roots of iconic Eames designs
In a gesture that honours the Eames’ distinct creative sensibility, Herman Miller unearths the design duo’s unseen colourways, bringing a playful new energy to some of their most iconic pieces.
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KingTrade: Exclusive benefits for project success
With loyalty pricing, access to exclusive textiles, end-to-end service, and a dedicated commercial and contracts team, the new King Living membership reinforces the brand’s commitment to empowering the design community.
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How new voluntary requirements are paving the way for increased Indigenous engagement in the built environment
GBCA and Winya are leading the way for better consultation and cooperation with Australia’s First Peoples.
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The power of custom upholstered commercial furniture
Leading the field in terms of ergonomics, this high-end office furniture from Buro is also designed with the evolving needs of the modern workplace in mind.
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Viccarbe designs commercial furniture inspired by summers in the Mediterranean
Discover a range of versatile furniture that is effortlessly elegant.
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Celebrating Eileen Gray, a designer “too rich for the punditry to take”
Despite designing one of history’s most coveted side tables, Eileen Gray’s popularity faced significant gaps due to the challenges encountered by female designers in the early 20th century.
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Five iconic furniture brands championing sustainability in design
Some of your favourite names in design specification are leading the way in circularity and sustainable business practices.
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From Stockholm with love (and lots of design)
Stockholm Furniture Fair and Stockholm Design Week 2024 put on an extravanganza of design for four days in February.
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Natural Habitat: The biophilic office with Adam Cornish and District
Adam Cornish and District present Habitat, where nature and the indoors perfectly align for the workplace.
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Building success and shaping an icon
Join us for a Herman Miller series that looks at how architects and designers use their most iconic designs to create beautiful and functional office spaces
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Welcoming, sustainable spaces with Mediterranean tranquillity
Actiu continues to elevate its legacy of human-centred design with the new Soft Seating collection – developed in collaboration with some of the industry’s leading creative minds.
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Bridging the land and sea at Istanbul Modern
Pedrali contributes a thoughtful design synthesis between the land and the ocean in Turkey’s first museum of modern and contemporary art.
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“I feel more musician than architect”: The mind-boggling work of Piero Lissoni
Architect, designer, art director: the Italian multi-disciplinary creative, Piero Lissoni, is what many of us would refer to as a living legend. His output is prodigious. Alice Blackwood absorbs some life lessons from this orchestrator of architecture and space.
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How to make a Bellini: Kate Stokes gives us the design masterclass
Kate Stokes of Coco Flip recently launched the Bellini collection, a series of seats that responds to a gap in the market for comfortable bench seating. It feels both laid back and luxe.
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Leighton Clarke on Space Furniture’s commitment to sustainability and crafting timeless designs
Discover how the company’s meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality and sustainability drive a unique experience that transcends trends.
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Schiavello returns to Surry Hills fully renovated
Australian workplace specialist Schiavello unveils a new-look Sydney showroom inspired by the bustling ambiance of Surry Hills cafes, restaurants and boutiques. We step you through the space.
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Building a culture of product stewardship: Cultivated 10 years on
In 2013 Cultivated launched as a restoration service, today it is a full-service product stewardship business, buying back, refurbishing and recycling authentic design pieces. In this article we continue the conversation around whole-of-lifecycle-furniture.
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Stylecraft’s education edit: 10 cutting-edge designs for modern learning spaces
Drawing on a remarkable 70-year legacy, Stylecraft’s passion for supporting Australian design sees it bring locally-designed solutions into today’s modern learning environments. Here’s a comprehensive break-down of furniture solutions that support new and evolving education environments.
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Imagination without constraint: Casa de Zanotta teaches us a thing or two about retail
Inspired by a forest of stone, and created as a place to showcase the iconic Italian furniture brand Zanotta, this retail space is unconstrained in its vision of what a new-age shopping experience should be.
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Spotlighting Scandinavian design with K5 Furniture
We explore eight stylish offerings from K5 Furniture’s longstanding partnership with David Design, celebrating Scandinavian design at its finest.
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Mac Stopa’s design mastery: The Konfurb Orbit chair by Buro
Renowned designer Mac Stopa’s latest creation, the Konfurb Orbit, strikes the perfect blend of elegance and comfort. We delve into the unique features and design choices which make it all possible.
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Outdoor spaces directed by imagination
Zaneti is one of many renowned Australian brands on offer through Hospitality Furniture Concepts (HFC) – yet even amongst a field of bright stars, Zaneti can’t help but turn heads.
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Investing back into Australian manufacturing: Richard Munao and the Mark Tuckey acquisition
The news is out that Corporate Culture has acquired the Mark Tuckey brand. We catch up with Richard Munao to understand the back story and his aspirations for this long-standing Australian design and manufacturing business.
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Putting down roots in the Sydney design community
Innerspace will be bringing some game-changing international brands to its new Sydney showroom opening, but it’s the homely character of the Paddington space that really tells the story of this family-owned furniture supplier.
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In review: Spectra widens the lens on Queensland furniture design
‘Spectra – Contemporary Queensland Furniture’ recently opened at Artisan in Brisbane, greeted by a community of cross-industry creatives hungry for Queensland furniture design content, writes Nicky Lobo.
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Moxy at Mascot: the Sydney hotel with a New York touch
Designed to cater to the ‘urban nomad,’ the international hotel chain Moxy explores strong design with meticulous attention to detail with Furniture by Design.
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Sun yourself on this outdoor timber chair by Jarrod Lim
We can’t get enough of this outdoor timber chair – the Sun Lounge – presented at FIND Design Fair Asia. Designed for superior comfort and longevity – Jarrod Lim’s newest seating piece was on show at the fair’s EMERGE showcase.
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Latest Ross Gardam designs in the spotlight at Stylecraft
Designer Ross Gardam recently teamed up with Stylecraft to present a series of events that focused on select Ross Gardam designs and new releases, all available at Stylecraft.
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Simple, adaptable, efficient: Designer Barry Jenkins launches new table range with TCW
Barry Jenkins has created the Venue Tables range based on principles of modularity, simplicity and sustainability – and they’re available exclusively through TCW in Australia.
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Valencia’s vibrant influence and the designers making it possible
Viccarbe’s design furniture concepts draw inspiration from the vibrant spirit of Valencia and have revolutionised interiors across the globe. Featuring celebrated designers such as John Pawson and internationally acclaimed collections, Viccarbe offers a contemporary perspective on modern commercial and residential spaces.
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Healing through art: a look at identity, history, resilience and rain
Lizzy Stageman blends ancestral wisdom with artistry to reveal grand life stories in her contemporary Aboriginal designs. ‘Finding My Place’ transforms her original art into captivating commercial textiles, wall coverings & acoustic art.
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The case for ‘slow fashion’
Klaro Industrial Design (K.I.D) boasts a distinct, human-centric design philosophy which prioritises the creation of unique pieces that endure for generations. Here’s how they are taking the fight to fast furniture and mass production.
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Taking the fight to ‘fast furniture’ with Valiant’s Samuel Clarke
Meet Samuel Clarke, creative director at Valiant and one of the people behind a whole new sustainable furniture rental range created from post-consumer recycled and reformed plastics.
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A decade of divine inspiration
This year we celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of Pedrali’s widest and most successful collections. This is Babila.
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Beauty as function: Herman Miller’s first collaboration with Gabriel Tan
The new Luva Modular Sofa and Cyclade Tables present two unique studies in organic, modular design that expand Herman Miller’s diverse portfolio.
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Very, very good looking! Beam by Adam Cornish and Mast Furniture
Mast Furniture and Adam Cornish give us a taste of Australian design at its best. Voluptuous in form and made for comfort, the Beam Collection shines on the product landscape and is certain to make its mark.
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1977 redux: King Living takes inspiration from its roots
King Living announces the launch of the 1977 Sofa, a reimagining of its inaugural furniture piece that blends modern aesthetics with time-honoured design elements.
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Lifecycles by Nathan Yong explores the tenets of sustainable furniture design
Designer Nathan Yong launched his latest furniture collection, Lifecycles, created in collaboration with American Hardwood Export Council.
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Subconscious sitting: what is it and how do we design for it?
The modern workspace is evolving into a multipurpose ecosystem with an all-new set of demands. Zenith has partnered with Formway to develop their very first task chair, an intelligent answer to the question of the modern office environment – grounded in thousands of hours of research and observation.
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Playful, versatile, accessible: Jardan’s commercial Colourscapes range
Jardan unveils the Colourscapes collection. This expansive offering of commercial furniture captures the brand’s signature aesthetic through dynamic forms, unique textures, and a mouth-watering colour palette.
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Thicker than water: The founding of Fanuli
Born as an immigrant’s dream in 1956, the Fanuli brand is defined by close-knit bonds of kinship and a core set of values passed on from father – the late Giuseppe Fanuli – to sons. This is the story of the Fanuli family legacy.
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Homegrown melody: Kiln by Fiona Lynch Studio
Set atop the Ace Hotel Sydney, Kiln is a unique expression of Australia by Fiona Lynch Office. Mandi Keighran brings us a lyrical review of this restaurant that is the talk of Sydney.
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UNESCO world heritage artisanship on display in new furniture collection
Available exclusively via K5 Furniture, Bosnian brand Zanat’s exquisite new range of unique hand-carved furniture reveal the story of the people and materials, namely wood, that are weaved into them.
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Back in Australia by popular demand: The update from MDF Italia’s Frederik Billiau
MDF Italia is now on the floor and displayed to best advantage at Bachli — and every product is an example of beautiful minimal design at its best. Jan Henderson speaks with MDF Italia’s CEO, Frederik Billau.
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World class design, local delivery: Tom Dixon comes to Quay Quarter Tower
Celebrated British designer Tom Dixon recently landed in Australia to visit, amongst other stops, Sydney’s Quay Quarter Tower (QQT). Dixon’s design firm Design Research Studio was supported by Living Edge to create richly layered interiors at this award-winning building, proving how a global brand can deliver with a local touch.
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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.
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If steel could blush: Palissade returns in Iron Red
In a fresh take on an outdoor classic, the Palissade collection of outdoor furniture, designed by French brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for HAY, Is now available in a rich new shade of Iron Red.
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Ben McCarthy and gohome design new Club Lounging Collection
A spectacular new furniture release is here. With a recent launch event in Sydney, gohome is celebrating the new collection of lounges, ottomans and tables created by award-winning designer, Ben McCarthy.
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Above and beyond: The circularity of Yonda
Globally recognised environmental pioneers Wilkhahn are once again taking bold strides forward in the name of sustainability. The award-winning Yonda collection is their magnum opus of design circularity.
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Subtle touches to bring new life to a Børge Mogensen classic
Børge Mogensen is a name seen with increasing regularity as his classic Danish designs prove to be as comfortable as they are iconic. Original lounges are a constant in auctions with original pieces fetching high prices.