Canberra

July 10, 2023

Betty House stitches old and new together with timber details

Rethinking the classic ‘ex-govie’ (ex-Government House) Josh Mulford Architects (JMA) has embraced the quality and aesthetic of the original robust build with a high-quality refit that remains cognizant of budget and sustainability.

February 1, 2023

Luchetti Krelle’s Leyla goes from day to night

Transitioning from a sunlit café to a retro-futuristic bar with Kubrickian flair, Leyla’s highly sculpted space melds Scarpa-esque design elements of plump curves and arched enclosures.

November 7, 2022

The capital comes alive with DESIGN Canberra

Featuring 250 plus events, the DESIGN Canberra program responds to the theme of Transformation.

October 21, 2019

Graphic Simplicity And Architectural Singularity In Canberra’s Red Hill Precinct

A pavilion-esque residence resonates with the distinguished presence of diplomatic residences in a Garden City milieu.

November 9, 2018

Chatting With Karen McCartney Ahead Of DESIGN Canberra’s Enrico Taglietti Symposium

DESIGN Canberra's Enrico Taglietti symposium is chance to assess the architectural work of one of Canberra, and Australia's, most important design voices. HabitusLiving sits down with speaker, architecture expert and writer Karen McCartney ahead of the symposium...

September 6, 2017

René Linssen And His Future Trajectory

Two years out of University, Canberra-based industrial designer René Linssen has garnered quite a following for himself in the Australian design community. And it’s not hard to see why.

October 19, 2016

Building a New Beginning After the Canberra Bushfires

The 2003 Canberra Bushfires devastated a large portion of the Australian Capital Territory leaving many with the prospect of rebuilding in its wake. The Archer family residence by Kuhnellco Architecture is a testament to the idea of ‘new beginnings’.

June 3, 2016

What Makes Tom Skeehan Tick

Tom Skeehan’s career trajectory has taken off since being shortlisted in Launchpad 2012. Leanne Amodeo talks to the emerging designer about his inspirations, local manufacturers and what he thinks of the current state of Australian design.

August 6, 2014

5 New Australian Designers to Know About

Seeing new designers enter the industry is exciting, especially when they're doing something new and bringing a fresh perspective to the scene.

April 24, 2014

Peddling Coffee

Močan & Green Grout is more than just a café. It’s also home to a bicycle company, a local art and design scene, and some unlikely owners.