sustainable design

November 29, 2023

When design feeds through from top to bottom

Cargo Crew has been creating design-focused hospitality uniforms for over 20 years. What started as filling a need in the market has grown into a large-scale operation delivering to over 80 countries around the world. We put some questions to founder Felicity Rodgers about sustainability and durability for what is an often overlooked part of a hospitality brand.

August 16, 2023

The coastal container home of an interior and set designer is full of theatricality

At home in the beautiful coastal village of Bundeena in the Royal National Park, south of Sydney, interior designer Kelly Ross, her partner Jimmy Lister, their son Luka and dogs Billy and Ray (with plans for a grumpy ginger cat to call Cyrus) are shifting the paradigm on coastal living.

August 8, 2023

Heirloom House is a case study of clever design that adds enormous value

Many design moves come together at Heirloom House by J. Kidman Architecture, each one creating a home where every corner is usable.

August 4, 2023

Ben Caine is leading the charge with Passivhaus in Perth

Founder of WA-based studio Leanhaus, architect Ben Caine took a roundabout way into finding his niche as an expert in Passivhaus – an approach to building that he says “scientifically nothing else compares to”.

July 17, 2023

Ben Callery Architects creates a serene and sustainable inner-city retreat

An example of how to do more with less through a clever architectural response, North King by Ben Callery Architects uses a large timber truss to open up this residence and let natural light flood in.

July 13, 2023

An electric vehicle that’s redefining sustainable luxury through design

From the end-of-life process to blockchain tracking on high-risk materials, Polestar is an EV brand using design thinking to create the most sustainable end product possible. Habitus editor Aleesha Callahan gets behind the wheel of a Polestar 2 to see its design credentials up close.

June 14, 2023

Our response to the Architects Declare Open Letter to design media

What is the media’s role in pushing a more sustainable agenda? Indesign Media Asia Pacific editor Aleesha Callahan responds to the open letter.

April 24, 2023

An alternative approach to home building

Affordability hurdles led to lateral thinking for this architect’s own home in the Tasman region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Sited on leasehold land, the small, modular house for two is relocatable and extendable.

April 13, 2023

A family of entrepreneurs that are changing attitudes to waste, one (Keep)Cup at a time

The Forsyth’s are a powerhouse family of business entrepreneurs where sustainability and reducing waste are all in a day’s work.

February 15, 2023

A residence built for now, and into the future

Perfectly set within the picturesque natural surrounds of Tasmania, this residence is designed as a place of escape from professional life.

February 15, 2023

Authentic design is the catalyst at RAAS Chhatrasagar

Deep in an Indian forest, aside a tranquil lake, the RAAS Chhatrasagar creates its own magic. Designed by Studio Lotus, the property is a perfect place for people who understand that design can both enhance and complement the natural world.

December 14, 2022

Building community before designing the building

Working out of Carlton, Melbourne, Andrew Maynard and Mark Austin refuse the binary choice between a fun working environment and serious design. Find out about the ideas and values guiding their work.