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Blending domesticity and commerce

Blending domesticity and commerce

Led by Kart Projects and brought to life within an existing warehouse space, the new HQ for Studio Mass needed creativity, flexibility and a nuanced interplay between both digital and physical places of connection.

Frosted with history

Frosted with history

Wingates’ design of Greenwood Roche is sensitive to the history of the building without feeling overly nostalgic or heavy-handed.

Repurpose with purpose: FK at 500 Bourke Street

Repurpose with purpose: FK at 500 Bourke Street

The $160 million transformation of 500 Bourke Street in Melbourne’s CBD has revitalised a 1970s Brutalist icon, originally designed by Godfrey & Spowers.

A destination fit for a king

A destination fit for a king

Contemporary meets heritage at the Sawai Man Mahal in Rajasthan, the perfect place to stay for a holiday in this beautiful region of India.

Comment: How to create a compelling design narrative for more successful projects

Comment: How to create a compelling design narrative for more successful projects

In this comment piece, Buchan’s Dong Uong discusses the why and how behind the stories underpinning design projects.

Troy Uleman comment: Sydney Metro and why we need more great stations

Troy Uleman comment: Sydney Metro and why we need more great stations

The John McAslan + Partners Sydney studio lead and director writes on the importance of transport infrastructure.

A river-inspired tribute reshaping Melbourne’s skyline

A river-inspired tribute reshaping Melbourne’s skyline

Seafarers’ intricate façade, designed by FK, is set to leave a lasting legacy on Melbourne’s urban fabric.

Once upon a time in Rosebery

Once upon a time in Rosebery

Notable for its adaptive reuse and retail presence, Rosebery Engine Yards is a landmark mixed-use project in Sydney’s inner south.

Gelato Messina churns up the heat with a gelateria design to swoon for

Gelato Messina churns up the heat with a gelateria design to swoon for

Gelato Messina serves up delectable ice cream with a heaping helping of history and a sprinkle of mid-century flair.

Mediterranean Melbourne: Heritage-infused hospitality by McCluskey Studio

Mediterranean Melbourne: Heritage-infused hospitality by McCluskey Studio

Orlo is a melting pot of history and Mediterranean flavour in Collingwood, designed by McCluskey Studio.

Performing arts hubs: A case for cross-disciplinary creativity and community with Hayball

Performing arts hubs: A case for cross-disciplinary creativity and community with Hayball

In this comment piece, Hayball’s Owen West, David Tweedie and Emma Parkinson make the case for an important dimension of education design.

Going off the rails in Melbourne CBD

Going off the rails in Melbourne CBD

Merging heritage, hospitality and education design, Gray Puksand has restored a retired W-class Melbourne to become the CBD’s newest cafe.