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Hommeboys’ Sonoma Residence by Hommeboys Interiors

Once a derelict barn situated in California’s Sonoma countryside, Hommeboys’ Sonoma Residence mines inspiration from its 1970s vintage.

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Anderson House by Tecture

Anderson House in coastal Torquay maxmises space and light on a compact site, juxtaposing coastal and urban materials to manipulate sense of scale.

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Mermaid Beach House by Tamsin Johnson

Embodying elements of coastal homes in the Americas and the Caribbean, Mermaid Beach House also incorporates distinct Art Deco and Queenslander elements.

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Fountaindale Serenitas by RZK Group

Fountaindale Serenitas by RZK Group is a layered, responsive home designed around the personalities and evolving needs of a family of six.

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Tigmi Unveils New Rug Collections

As its landmark 10th anniversary approaches, Tigmi launches a series of new rug collections that embodies its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design.

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Denman by Nala Design and Orbis Constructions

Two sensitively designed multi-level homes share a single Glen Iris site, offering a fresh take on multigenerational living, courtesy of Nala Design and Orbis Constructions.

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Blending mid-century charm with cutting-edge sustainability, C.Kairouz Architects and builder Samssons Projects deliver carbon-neutral townhouses – intelligent, efficient homes that redefine eco-modern living and enrich a vibrant, future-focused community.

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Life Down a Lane by Tom Robertson Architects

Built on a tiny, inner-suburban site, Life Down a Lane by Tom Robertson Architects centres around two internal courtyards, turning the home’s focus inwards to create a private haven.

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Gaggenau’s New Expressive Series

Heritage German brand Gaggenau’s first entirely new built-in collection in almost 20 years brings together innovative technology with sculptural form, evolving kitchen appliances into statements.

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Kett’s Portland Collection

The dramatic landscape of the coastal Victorian town of Portland was the inspiration for the evocative forms and natural materiality in Kett’s latest collection.

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The Ferrari Roma Spider Gold Coast Experience

The Ferrari Roma Spider is a thrilling blend of Italian design, luxury driving and lifestyle moments, celebrating la Nuova Dolce Vita in motion.

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A Clear View: Belah House by Jamie Durie and Silvester Fuller

At Belah House, Jamie Durie and Silvester Fuller create a luxurious, sustainable family home on Sydney’s Pittwater, where Luxaflex high-performance window coverings enhance efficiency, comfort and style.

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Paddington House II by Porebski Architects

Blending heritage charm with contemporary refinement, Paddington House II by Porebski Architects is a masterclass in balance – a home that celebrates indoor-outdoor living and the enduring appeal of timeless craftsmanship.

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Ruggable and The Local Project Launch Rug Collaboration with Three Australian Designers

In a celebration of Australian design, Ruggable and The Local Project have joined forces to collaborate with three leading unique local voices to create a series of bold, luxurious rugs.

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Williamstown House by Adam Kane Architects

A bold evolution of a coastal Edwardian home, Williamstown Residence by Adam Kane Architects instils quiet contemporary simplicity and reductionist detailing amid a leafy 1000-square-metre setting.

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Gable House by Folk Architects and Studio Doherty

Gable House celebrates escapism and bold creativity, offering a tailored response to the needs of an energetic family, where formality gives way to a vibrant interplay of colour, light and life.

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Travis Heights Historic Home by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture

A soulful update by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture transforms a 19th-century Austin home, blending Victorian charm with modern detailing and grounding it in native landscaping and materials that honour its past.

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House in Lilyfield by Charmaine Pang Architect

Camouflaged by trees, this ingenious extension by Charmaine Pang Architect gave a worker’s cottage the functionality of a family home, without detracting from its heritage charm.

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St Agni Armadale and Paddington Boutiques by Studio McQualter

Studio McQualter’s design for St Agni’s new stores blends minimalism with warmth, merging modern elements and vintage details into intimate, refined spaces.

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Hume House by Justin Humphrey Architects

Justin Humphry Architects has created a home where the jaw-dropping ocean views are only half the appeal.

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South Yarra House by Studio Doherty

Studio Doherty transforms a 1930s South Yarra home into a vibrant family space using bold art, curved forms and considered material choices.

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‘Migrating Modernism. The architecture of Harry Seidler’ on Display at SMAC, Venice

A major retrospective charting the life’s work of pioneering modernist architect Harry Seidler opened at San Marco Art Centre, Venice, on May 9 2025.

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Shady Creek Farm House by MRTN Architects

Tucked into the utilitarian heart of Gippsland, Shady Creek Farm House by MRTN Architects reimagines what it means to live and work on the land.

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Big Sur Residence by Electric Bowery

Electric Bowery restores a Big Sur home designed by Mickey Muennig in the 1990s, reviving its redwood interiors, crafting a sleek entertainer’s kitchen and enhancing outdoor spaces.

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Vale Dion Horstmans

Acclaimed Sydney artist Dion Horstmans passed away unexpectedly in February, aged 57. Here, The Local Project’s James Lyall Smith pays tribute to the man – and his extraordinary talent.

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Sole House by 868 Architects and Hammercorp

In Sydney’s Bardwell Park, Sole House by 868 Architects and Hammercorp finds its rhythm in layered landscaping, materiality and spatial fluidity.

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Venroy Opens a Pool-Like Reverie in the Heart of LA

Following the success of its New York store, Bondi-born fashion label Venroy has expanded west, opening its first showroom in Los Angeles.

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St. Agni Bondi Boutique by Pattern Studio

Pattern Studio’s design for St. Agni Bondi Boutique balances raw and refined elements, creating a timeless retail space that reflects the brand’s philosophy of restraint, quality, and material integrity.

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Log Tavern Pond House by Specht Novak

Specht Novak's Log Tavern Pond House blends mid-century inspiration with modern design, offering a serene lakeside retreat where tactile materials and thoughtful spatial flow create a harmonious escape.

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Mount Martha House by Victoria Merrett Architects

Mount Martha House by Victoria Merrett Architects is a refined coastal residence defined by its L-shaped plan and central courtyard, which benefits from natural light and a strong indoor-outdoor connection.

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39 Martin Place by Tzannes

A refined 28-storey tower above Sydney’s new Martin Place metro station, 39 Martin Place by Tzannes blends heritage sensitivity, civic generosity and architectural clarity into a future-focused commercial landmark.

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Hai Lang Residence by Birdblack Design

A sweeping, wave-like roof cascades over this oceanfront home, echoing its coastal surroundings and framing the refined, cohesive interiors crafted by Birdblack Design.

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Watch Hill Residence by Studio Munge

A rejuvenation of a revered 1970s architectural gem, Watch Hill Residence by Studio Munge is an organic, layered experience – an enduring sanctuary deeply attuned to its rural Canadian landscape.

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MASS Table Lamp by Dutoit

Launched at Melbourne Design Week 2025, Dutoit’s MASS table lamp comes in classic walnut and future-forward HDPE, both possessing a timeless sculptural form.

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Glenvill Developments Unveils YarraBend’s Most Opulent Penthouses

Glenvill Developments’ Signature Club penthouses at YarraBend combine sculptural design and sweeping views with private lifestyle club access, all just 6.5 kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD.

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Project Project’s New Collingwood Showroom

Project Project’s new showroom in Melbourne’s Collingwood is a showcase of local and international talent, with a sharp focus on craftsmanship and delivering transparency to buyers.

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Mar Vista House No. 1 by Hopson Rodstrom Design

On a secluded Los Angeles lot surrounded by vines and trees, a modest post-war bungalow has been reimagined as a breezy indoor-outdoor retreat for a creative couple and their family.

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Villa Greco by Night Palm

Located in the historic neighbourhood of Hancock Park, Villa Greco is a romantic and sumptuous 1930s-era Mediterranean revival villa masterly reimagined by Night Palm.

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Rosalie by DAH.Architecture

Shaped by the local vernacular of Queensland’s leafy Bardon, Rosalie by DAH.Architecture is a durable, flexible and light-filled home for family life.

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Nicholas Baker Studio: The Fun in Functionality

Brooklyn-based industrial designer Nicholas Baker imbues his wide portfolio of work with nostalgia, story-telling and a distinct sense of lightheartedness.
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