Aleesha Callahan

Aleesha Callahan is the editor of Habitus. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Aleesha seeks out the unique people, projects and products that define the Indo Pacific region. Aleesha was previously the editor of Indesignlive.com and has written and contributed to various publications and brands in her 10 years in the architecture and design industry, bringing intimate insight to her stories having first trained and practised as an interior designer. Her passion for mid-century design and architecture began while living and working in Berlin.

Stories By Aleesha Callahan

State of bliss: Habitus #59 is here!

Our latest print magazine is about to drop! As always, we’re very excited to bring it to you – find out about some of the highlights here.

Flashback to Milan 2023: Jaime Hayon on playfulness, function and beauty

During Salone del Mobile last year, Aleesha Callahan sat down with Jaime Hayon on the Vuelta armchair and the new complementary modular sofa he designed for Wittmann.

Closing soon – Brent Harris retrospective at TarraWarra Museum of Art

“An overriding concern has been a return, again and again, to thinking about the human condition – the craziness we all face in our individual and collective struggles, in attempting to hold our lives together in some meaningful way,” says the artist Brent Harris, reflecting on his retrospective show.

A visual feast of faces taking over Shepparton Art Museum

Acclaimed American photographer Ryan McGinley is bringing his YEARBOOK exhibition to Shepparton Art Museum as an exclusive showcase, in collaboration with PHOTO Australia. Opening 1 March.

3 perfectly crafted and timeless design pieces

Elegance is nurtured by the hands of an expert designer, and these pieces communicate precision and craftsmanship.

7 astounding wine cellars for design lovers

These houses, in all their various aesthetic inclinations, have one thing in common – showstopping wine rooms, cellars or wine storage ideas. Grab a glass and pop open a bottle while enjoying some outstanding design.

Habitus Loves: 5 design products for sunny days

Radiating a sunny way of living with a decidedly Mediterranean flavour, these pieces are all about life lived at a slower pace.

Architecture as a creative force

At first glance, these three projects may seem completely disparate, but underpinning each of them is a creative approach that meets at the juncture of sustainable thinking, traditional techniques and modern ideas.

An off-grid cabin that puts nature at the heart

Set in the incredible surrounds of a renowned wine region, this off-grid haven immerses its inhabitants into the lush landscape.

Architects Sarah and Richard Bryant transform this experimental mid-century architect’s home into their own

Sarah and Richard Bryant are partners in life and work at the helm of Bryant Alsop Architects. While the studio’s journey is one of adaptability, the renovation of their own family home is a reminder that good design is much like a good story – layered with history, personality and moments of unexpected beauty.

Passivhaus principles make this house an urban oasis

Hütt 01 Passivhaus is part experiment, part beacon of contemporary architecture. Melbourne Design Studio (MDS) has integrated sustainable design principles with modern aesthetics – and most importantly – a commitment to overcoming urban densification.

6 outdoor kitchens that emphasise the pure joy of cooking outside

The desire to connect to the outdoors is seeing the rise of outdoor kitchens, and designers are responding with fully equipped spaces that aren’t afraid to embrace the elements.