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Channelling Chinese phoenix at Shangri-La Nanshan

Channelling Chinese phoenix at Shangri-La Nanshan

Dreamily poetic in his approach to any project, Joe Cheng, director of CCD and UN Cultural Ambassador, has adopted the Fenghuang as the thematic touchstone for Shangri-La Nanshan.

The world above and below at idyllic W Maldives

The world above and below at idyllic W Maldives

In March 2025, W Maldives reopened its doors in the North Ari Atoll following a comprehensive design transformation led by Miaja Design Group.

An emotional connection

An emotional connection

Chinese handbag design firm, Songmont, has seen ARCHSTUDIO transform a disused factory into a space of great engagement and joy.

More than just a transitional space: Perth’s Palace Tower receives the Woods Bagot treatment

More than just a transitional space: Perth’s Palace Tower receives the Woods Bagot treatment

Woods Bagot has completed a lobby refurbishment inspired by the historic architecture of the Palace Hotel.

Brewing up a Milanese-inspired storm

Brewing up a Milanese-inspired storm

Coffeelin Fortress Hill by JJ Acuña and Bespoke Studio is a contemporary ode to the Italian osteria.

Simone Haag decorates Capella Manor in Singapore

Simone Haag decorates Capella Manor in Singapore

The Melbourne-based interior decorator mixes vintage pieces with botanical accents in Capella Singapore’s most exclusive dwellings.

Beehive Hotel is “a responsive approach towards re-interpreting the site’s heritage”

Beehive Hotel is “a responsive approach towards re-interpreting the site’s heritage”

If the Beehive Hotel by Underwood could talk, there would likely be many stories to be told.

David Hicks on reimagining Bouzy Bar in Armadale

David Hicks on reimagining Bouzy Bar in Armadale

When tasked with redesigning Bouzy Armadale, Interior Designer David Hicks approached the project with a philosophy of refinement rather than reinvention.

“Cosy, uplifting and full of life”: Bar Julius is the sweet spot in new Sydney precinct

“Cosy, uplifting and full of life”: Bar Julius is the sweet spot in new Sydney precinct

Set within the wider Surry Hills Precinct that includes The EVE Hotel, Bar Julius – designed by SJB – is a sumptuous hospitality venue bursting with colour and materiality.

Five design-led eateries to add to your list

Five design-led eateries to add to your list

Good food isn’t the only thing drawing crowds to eateries these days — looks matter too! Check out these five new design-led spots that have us swooning.

Casa Ferrari in motion

Casa Ferrari in motion

As the cultural footprint of F1 expands, so too does the Ferrari presence beyond the track – and it’s taking the form of highly refined spaces of design.

Experiential design with a capital ‘E’

Experiential design with a capital ‘E’

It’s bold, breathtaking and almost surreal – and for Alexander Wong, it’s a winning project that explores the depths of experiential design.