volker haug

June 19, 2023

A forever home for a whole new chapter

How do you balance the desire for open views while considering the need for privacy? The Lookout is a residence defined by a peaceful loftiness.

March 16, 2021

Melbourne Design Week 2021: Editor’s Guide

Coming back in a big way, the 2021 lineup of events, talks and exhibitions for Melbourne Design Week is exhaustive. We have picked out just a small selection but be sure to see the full list for yourself and clear the calendar so you don’t miss a thing.

September 8, 2020

Celebrating Edwardian And Modern Architecture Side-By-Side

Henry House comprises a passively designed rear extension by WALA to an Edwardian-era terrace house in East Melbourne.

April 9, 2019

Aussie Lighting Designers Showing In Milano

We may be on the other side of the world, but Australians are certainly an intrepid bunch. And this point is reiterated when looking at the amount of Aussie lighting designers showcasing their wares on the world stage at Salone del Mobile Milan 2019.

January 29, 2019

A Mid-Century Material Palette Meets A Mediterranean Influence

Designed by Hecker Guthrie, the third Piccolina gelato store in Melbourne is a sun-soaked romp through the 1950s.

August 3, 2018

Kitchen Inspired Lighting Design

Flexibility, colour temperature and well-designed fittings are all important considerations in kitchen lighting, where getting it right comes down to establishing a balance of all three.

July 13, 2016

Mad About Lighting

Along with designers Christopher Boots and Volker Haug, the LiveLife series is set to explore one of the last frontiers of design for homeowners – lighting.