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Beachside elegance at Promenade Bondi

Beachside elegance at Promenade Bondi

Revisiting the much-loved Bondi Pavilion as a destination befitting the picturesque sweep of Bondi Beach, The Stella Collective has taken a sophisticated European approach to present Promenade Bondi.

Mediterranean vibes in Hogg & Lamb’s design for Sunshine

Mediterranean vibes in Hogg & Lamb’s design for Sunshine

Crazy paving and bright yellow umbrellas: Sunshine is a bright spot on James Street in Fortitude Valley. Hogg & Lamb has executed the design, channeling a Mediterranean vibe to match its vegetarian fare.

Hot Design Folks creates a multi-sensory experience for diners at MUME

Hot Design Folks creates a multi-sensory experience for diners at MUME

Drawing inspiration from the beauty of the plum blossom, Hot Design Folks unveils a contemporary vision of Chinese haute cuisine restaurant MUME in Moscow City.

G8A designs a series of nature-themed pizza restaurants in Ho Chi Minh

G8A designs a series of nature-themed pizza restaurants in Ho Chi Minh

Along with the food, recycled timber shingles, bamboo and reclaimed bricks rendered in eye-catching ways are the highlight in these three pizza joints.

Mott 32 Dubai: Joyce Wang Studio’s first hospitality project in the Middle East

Mott 32 Dubai: Joyce Wang Studio’s first hospitality project in the Middle East

The restaurant’s exquisite interiors pay homage to the city’s magnificent surroundings while staying true to its Hong Kong’s roots.

Plus Architecture comment: What’s next on the Queensland hospitality frontier?

Plus Architecture comment: What’s next on the Queensland hospitality frontier?

Kate Ockwell, interior design associate at Plus Architecture, comments on the four ideas hoteliers, restaurateurs and their interior designers should be considering when designing their spaces.

A cross section of France defines this deliciously decorated Sydney brasserie

A cross section of France defines this deliciously decorated Sydney brasserie

Stepping into the space vacated by Toko in the midst of Surry Hill’s dining district, Armorica is perfectly tuned to the changing face of this perennially hip destination.

“Discovery and surprise”: Technē reinvents iconic Melbourne restaurant

“Discovery and surprise”: Technē reinvents iconic Melbourne restaurant

In a project defined by bold juxtapositions in terms of lighting, finishes and materials, Technē has created new layers of experience for Lucy Liu restaurant in central Melbourne. Building on the original restaurant fit-out by March Studio, the redesign involved reconfiguring office spaces in order to provide a new private dining room area.

Redbird, the latest ravishing restaurant interior by Luchetti Krelle

Redbird, the latest ravishing restaurant interior by Luchetti Krelle

Ostensibly Redfern’s local Chinese restaurant, Redbird is the new offering in this trendy and food-filled corner of Sydney. It’s a sumptuous interior design job that makes this hospitality venue all the more tempting.

Wilma Wu melds fine dining with a casual café vibe in La Savoir

Wilma Wu melds fine dining with a casual café vibe in La Savoir

Wilma Wu Design Studio creates an elegant yet welcoming restaurant where the owner’s private collection of Hermès wallpaper and tableware takes centrestage.

Akachōchin is an izakaya that transports diners from India to Japan

Akachōchin is an izakaya that transports diners from India to Japan

Studio Dangg distills elements that define a quintessential Japanese izakaya for new restaurant Akachōchin, transporting diners to the back alleys of Japan.

Elegant decadence, relaxed formality, future nostalgia: 66 King Street by Cox Architecture

Elegant decadence, relaxed formality, future nostalgia: 66 King Street by Cox Architecture

A grand stage demands a grand performance and the interior architecture at The Charles Grand Brasserie and Bar lives up to its surroundings at 66 King Street. With multiple hospitality functions offset against music venue TIVA down below, these elegant spaces contain more than a hint of Old World decadence.