Every design has a story, weaving together nuanced intricacies and overarching motifs. Creative Director Julia Ashwood’s portfolio embodies her attention to detail and her love for engaging with both residents and guests alike, all through the lens of her design ethos and personal experiences.
It is with immense sadness that we report on the passing of Boris Tosic, founder of Élan. Boris was renowned for his irrepressible spirit, his drive and his big heart.
Leading light of the Australian design community, Sue Carr has been awarded an AM in the 2021 Queens Birthday Honour List.
Take a look through the portfolio – online or via instagram – of Brisbane-based Hogg & Lamb, and you might be surprised to see that one project doesn’t necessarily mirror the characteristics of another.
Hetty McKinnon’s food is grounded in the flavours of her youth, the gastronomic influence of her immigrant mother, and a love for community and family.
“Design is a puzzle, and the satisfaction is in solving it,” says architect and interior designer, Ricci Bloch. We catch up with her as she unravels this statement.
Jade Sarita Arnott believes we should question the origins of our garments as rigorously as we question the origins of our food. Her label Arnsdorf is an awakening of creative endeavours and ethical entrepreneurship.
Joni Waka runs a successful art foundation and leads high end art tours in Tokyo, as Belinda Aucott reports.
With a distinctive and sophisticated design style, Sydney-based design studio Arent&Pyke have made it their mission to “help and inspire people to live a beautiful life,” as Rebecca Gross discovers.
Resident is a New Zealand design practice driven by Scott Bridgens and Simon James who collaborate with a select group of designers. And as Rebecca Gross learns, its high-quality furniture and lighting is the unique result of these conditions and relationships.
Mark and Emma Cleine took over the reins at Industria X in 2014, bringing their passion for local manufacturing to the much loved brand that has been producing quality industrial furniture since 1999. Habitus Living writer Ashley Tucker spoke to the husband and wife team to find out more about their new endeavour.
Jennifer Tyers has painted everywhere from Borneo to Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens. Naomi Russo finds out where she’s heading next.