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World class design, local delivery: Tom Dixon comes to Quay Quarter Tower

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.

Historic spaces find comfort wrapped in heat and light

Historic spaces find comfort wrapped in heat and light

Bromic’s Eclipse Collection adds a strikingly functional showpiece to luxurious outdoor spaces providing innovative outdoor heating and lighting solutions.

Lee Broom’s must-have monograph

Lee Broom’s must-have monograph

It’s bold, beautiful and contains contributions from the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Kelly Wearstler and Christian Louboutin. The first monograph from British designer Lee Broom is a must-have.

Space, light and generosity in the terrace house typology

Space, light and generosity in the terrace house typology

This shortlisted residential project channels the story of a house through decades of ownership by the same client. With sensitive touches and an ambitious overall design vision, Annandale Terrace by Sam Crawford Architects is a delightful home.

Lighting designs that lift you up and leave you breathless

Lighting designs that lift you up and leave you breathless

As one of Australia’s most specialised lighting designers, Jenni Gillard of Gillard Group has lit fish, artwork, Ovolo eggs, places of worship and more. She shares the maths, science and creativity behind her craft.

Let there be (well designed) light!

Let there be (well designed) light!

Responding to a request to update the lighting for St Mary’s Church in Warwick, two hours south west of Brisbane, Gillard Group CEO Jenni Gillard put the church at the heart of the community.

It’s here! HAY hits the streets of Melbourne with a Fitzroy flagship

It’s here! HAY hits the streets of Melbourne with a Fitzroy flagship

Newly opened, HAY marks its 20th year in business with a new Australian flagship in Fitzroy, Melbourne. Here’s everything you need to know.

Dean Norton delicately balances mood, material and form

Dean Norton delicately balances mood, material and form

Drawing on personal experience and finding inspiration in both form and materiality, Melbourne-based designer Dean Norton produces sculptural objects that merge into new spaces and create mood.

Bespoke lighting shows off Whyalla Jetty’s spectacular design

Bespoke lighting shows off Whyalla Jetty’s spectacular design

Whyalla’s futuristic loop jetty is a spectacular example of lighting design that elevates a sleek design concept into a breathtaking architectural landmark.

Destination Great Dane: The great Danish design aficionado opens in Brisbane

Destination Great Dane: The great Danish design aficionado opens in Brisbane

Great Dane joins the Queensland set with the opening of its new retail destination in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley. Here are all the highlights from its welcoming soiree.

God of heaven, master of light: The story behind Christopher Boots’ new range

God of heaven, master of light: The story behind Christopher Boots’ new range

Christopher Boots’ new collection has something of the other world about it. Glistening spheres of quartz crystal capture the eye and the imagination.

5 commercial products, launched this week in Milan

5 commercial products, launched this week in Milan

Halfway through Milan, design-breaking pieces keep on coming. With Habitus editor Aleesha Callahan on the ground, get the first look at these commercial pieces for all your workplace desires.