Talk about Slick (Heritage too)- Annandale

The commission to design a new family home for clients posed a number of challenges and possibilities.   The site was unusually large for the area having never been subdivided like its neighbours, but came with a run down worker’s … Continue reading

SUPERBUDE ST PAULI HOTEL AMBURGO / GERMANY

PROJECT DETAILS year 2012 work finished in 2012 status complete www.dreimeta.com A few years ago Superbude, a completely new hotel concept, was born in Hamburg‘s St. Georg district. It has now been revealed that it was a twin birth which was kept secret up … Continue reading

Roxy Russel Design – Jellyfish light goodness

HANGING LAMPS THAT LOOK LIKE JELLYFISH     I love these decorative jellyfish-like lamps - I especially think they’d look great hanging in a group of three as pictured above. Hydra Made of laser-cut mylar, these pendants were created by California-based designer Roxy Russell and the … Continue reading

Reece Bathroom Innovation Award 2012 winners revealed

Japanese inspired design and innovative use of technology won top honours in the Reece Bathroom Innovation Award, announced at Saturday in Design 2012.   It was another great year for one of Australia’s most prestigious product design competitions, with a host of impressive, … Continue reading

Bookmarc: Inspire me now

Driving down a dusty high way with the sun blazing – you turn to see the view around you and see this: Functional and inspirational – this would make anyone gasp in wonder and it’s brilliant! I can’t imagine this … Continue reading

DREAM HOME : SHIELD HOUSE BY STUDIO H:T

The contemporary “Shield House” was designed by Studio H:T in Denver Colorado. This urban infill project juxtaposes a tall, slender curved circulation space against a rectangular living space. The tall curved metal wall was a result of bulk plane restrictions and the … Continue reading

EAT-DRINK-DESIGN AWARDS 2012

CALL FOR ENTRIES   NEW AWARDS PROGRAM TO RECOGNISE DESIGN EXCELLENCE IN THE HOSPITALITY ARENA. Presented by Architecture Media, the Eat-Drink-Design Awards is calling for entries for 2012. The inaugural program recognises and celebrates Australia and New Zealand’s best hospitality … Continue reading

HOUSES AWARDS 2012; The pinnacle of residential design: celebrating Australia’s best

The ‘Houses Awards’ is an annual program celebrating Australia’s best residential architecture. Excellence is rewarded in eight categories, with the best architecturally designed house receiving the premier award of ‘Australian House of the Year’.   Entries are judged by an … Continue reading

Day 3 – Industry fired up at Build & Design Queensland

Another glorious Queensland day shines on the Build & Design Queensland (BDQ) expo at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre today as build and design industry professionals fire up to see, hear and explore the latest industry advancements. BDQ Exhibition … Continue reading

Designers floored by inspiration at Build & Design Queensland expo

As designers, architects and specifiers descended on the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre yesterday and today, exhibitors continue to floor guests with inspirational ideas for building better and designing smarter. Exhibition Manager, Michael-William Kelly, said feedback from exhibitors and visitors … Continue reading