In the spirit of modernity, this property presents an evolution of a classic typology – a humble watchtower inspiring quiet reprieve and leisurely play amid the streets of coastal suburbia.
Watson Young’s redesign of the Ranson Building at Emmanuel College in Victoria uses strategic colour schemes and thoughtful material choices to create dynamic, engaging spaces that enhance learning.
The reimagined Salus House in Melbourne’s Elsternwick balances heritage charm with modern practicality, using bold colour, rich materiality and finely detailed interiors to create a family home.
Global company Autex Acoustics is a role model for sustainability, pioneering new technologies and materials in its efforts to protect and nurture people and the planet.
Building on the original charm, elevated coastal style and popularity of Raes, Tamsin Johnson has further expanded on the chic getaway with the addition of 10 dreamy suites.
Sitting on a hillside, this family home by Kelder Architects combines stand-out details, natural materials and seamless indoor-outdoor living for the perfect coastal retreat.
With a flowing and low-lying arrangement, Pavilion House is a light-filled dwelling tailor-made for family fun and immersed within pockets of considered greenery.
An Australian fashion stalwart, Scanlan Theodore continues to forge its own path with its distinctive take on contemporary, timeless pieces that celebrate individuality.
The newly transformed Sofitel Sydney Wentworth features a rooftop terrace by H&E Architects, topped with a striking copper canopy that’s a masterpiece of architecture and engineering.
Housed within a 19th-century knitting mill, Philadelphia Loft by Brent Buck Architects challenges an archetypal family home by embracing the building’s unusual typology and industrial language.
Design atelier Form(LA), founded by Brisbane native Jordan Mosslar, has opened its flagship showroom in Los Angeles. Located within a converted warehouse, the space pays reverence to natural stone.
Since opening in 2021, CAV’ART Designer Stone has earned a reputation for a diverse range of premium stones, personalised service and a deep understanding of the design community’s needs.
A bespoke, moody and immersive space immediately comes to mind when envisioning a boutique bathhouse and spa. Comma by Duet and Eloise Fotheringham go beyond these cues.
With its commitment to handmade, artisanal processes, unwavering quality and colour, American brand Niche has carved out a distinctive place in the global lighting market.
The call of the countryside is answered in a symphony of striking marble, an intuitive mix of materials and a bowerbird variety of mid-century modern pieces in this Victorian weekender.
With Krause Emperor Bricks in Ghost as its foundation, Onesurf is a subtle, elegant addition to the Gold Coast’s Mermaid Beach, a sublime sanctuary that embodies beach living at its finest.
At QV Melbourne, the latest gallery-like retail space for contemporary Australian fashion label Bassike showcases the minimalist, laid-back nature of the brand as curated by Akin Atelier.
Situated on the sun-drenched shores of Main Beach on Queensland’s Gold Coast, Dune is a landmark collaboration between developer Andrews and architecture firm Rothelowman.
Echo House in Melbourne reimagines a mid-century family dwelling as a contemporary retreat rooted in modernism and embracing the spirit of the past while responding to the needs of family life.
A project nearly a decade in the making, Surry Hills Village in Sydney – designed by SJB and developed by TOGA – is a masterpiece of both urban renewal and architectural excellence.
SJB director Adam Haddow brings a conceptual and functional approach to the renovation of a 1950s brick worker’s cottage in country Victoria for his parents to enjoy and find solace in.
Australian maker Oliveri has launched its first lead-free bathroom collection, Verona, which combines chic design with a commitment to prioritising customer health and the environment.
Maison Perron, the new headquarters of Quebec City-based interior design studio Perron, is a heritage building transformed into a vibrant space that blends creativity, history and community.
Through site-sensitive design, a sophisticated material palette and a focus on sustainability, FIGR Architecture Studio has created a home deeply integrated with its Victorian coastal context.
In this bold and beautiful addition to Melbourne’s gritty urban landscape, Jolson has reinterpreted the concept of a commercial warehouse conversion with a contemporary twist.
Olympus, the much-anticipated new Sydney eatery by the Apollo Restaurant Group, channels Ancient Greece in a distinctive contemporary setting, the brainchild of designer George Livissianis.
Emerald Sound is a distinctive, nature-inspired home in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, featuring design elements that reflect the coastal beauty and spirit of the blue groper.
Set in the serene landscape of Byron Bay, Avocado House by HGA Studio interprets the stillness, dynamism and vibrancy of its location with its mid-century modern aesthetic.
Danny Kaplan Studio has opened a multifaceted flagship showroom in a 19th-century cast-iron building in Manhattan’s Noho neighbourhood, designed in collaboration with architect Peter Martin.
The Unlisted Collective has transformed the McGrath Head Office in Pyrmont, Sydney, seamlessly merging two existing offices into a modern yet timeless headquarters.
Exemplifying the artisanal spirit for which the Italian city of Venice is known, the Venetian glass brick collection, exclusive to Austral Bricks, is the result of pure innovation.
Weaving nostalgia with unique sensory experiences to create memorable spaces has been the guiding principle for multidisciplinary architecture and interior design studio ACME.
Melbourne Place, the city’s latest luxury boutique hotel, is the perfect backdrop for an immaculately curated selection of Australian design, including stand-out pieces from Jardan.
Inspired by the waves and sands of Mount Maunganui, Dune House uses shadow play, organic curves and a textural palette to capture the joy of a day at the beach.
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture reimagines a Victorian cottage, bringing in light, spatial clarity and crafted materiality while seamlessly integrating the client’s art.
GlobeWest’s second furniture release for 2025 features seven new ranges and more than 210 styles, designed to complement Australian interiors and enrich them with warmth and texture.
With the clients’ impressive art collection top of mind, Homeroom Studio embraced soft, neutral tones to reimagine a grand Melbourne home, creating an elevated, serene retreat.
Kent by Alexandra Buchanan Architecture is a reimagined 1925 Queenslander blending heritage and contemporary design through layered spaces, tactile materials and a central courtyard.
Situated along the rugged coastline of Maine, Kennebunkport Boathouse by Steven Harris Architects is an understated yet luxurious architectural ode to simplicity and function.
Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, which embraces beauty in imperfection, Malvern Residence III rises from the landscape much like the time-honoured trees surrounding it.
This mid-century dwelling has been sensitively repaired by Vaughan Howard Architects, becoming a captivating setting for artists in residency programs as part of the Garambi Baanj Cultural Precinct.
Park View House by Handelsmann + Khaw embodies unorthodox opulence that transcends eras. Inspired by Milanese rationalism, the interior showcases an assemblage of bold interventions.
Grounded in bold materials, PB House by Studio Priscilla is a thoughtful renovation that makes a strong statement while maintaining a minimalist approach.
A contemporary reimagination of the rural Australian farmhouse, Myocum Ridge Farm offers a refined yet robust oasis, providing the perfect retreat for a family to escape city life.
orest Road House by Wiesebrock Architecture is a modernist-inspired retreat designed with both calm and spatial flow in mind, while also addressing the needs of its owners.
Mumbai-born, London-based designer Nipa Doshi – co-founder of Doshi Levien studio – has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission.
Nature takes centrestage in River House by Susi Leeton Architects + Interiors, a serene five-level family home nestled on a complex plot along a bend of the Yarra River.
In Melbourne’s Toorak, Curation Design Studio renovates a 19th-century workers’ cottage, honouring its heritage features while bringing it firmly into the contemporary realm.
Arthurs Seat Residence by Hecker Guthrie and Davidov Architects combines contemporary farmhouse aesthetics with the lush Red Hill landscape, celebrating winemaking, hospitality and a lifestyle.
Multi-hyphenate visual artist Dawn Ng’s 2025 Melbourne Art Fair commission, The Earth is an Hourglass, 2024, was launched at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne on February 21, 2025.
Electrical switches and power points are elevated from prosaic to premium with Clipsal’s luxurious new Solis Collection, which took out a 2024 Good Design Award.
Paddington Townhouse by Hecker Guthrie is a sensitive restoration grounded in intricate craftsmanship, muted tones and a distinct, Japanese-inspired style.
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