Best of Australian Architecture, Interiors & Design.   2023 Archive Edition

Another year bites the dust, and, as always, it feels bigger than the last. While we take a bit of a breather and look to the new year, we’re giving you the chance to explore some of the favourite articles we’ve shared in 2023.

As is becoming a bit of a tradition, we’re kicking things off by spotlighting all things homegrown with our Australian Architecture, Interiors & Design category. As the Australian market only continues to grow, so does, it feels, the public’s appetite and appreciation for good design.

In this roundup, find extra hot homes and clever apartments, mixed-use residential buildings, public spaces, hotels, restaurants, grooming salons and everything in between. Not to be outdone, also find a selection of locally cultivated products, furniture and art by a bunch of talented independent designers. You’ll see some familiar faces and design stalwarts alongside breakout stars as our local design community continues to flourish.

With a mega list of 70+ knockout projects, we are excited to showcase the extraordinary talent right at our doorstep, and one thing is for certain—we’re just scratching the surface.

Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we cover our favourite projects and people from the year, it’s a treasure trove of hotness and our present to you. Welcome to the Yellowtrace Class of 2023!

See All Yellowtrace 2023 Archives Here.

Explore our archives through the years: 2022 Archive / 2021 Archive / 2020 Archive / 2019 Archive / 2018 Archive / 2017 Archive / 2016 Archive / 2015 Archive / 2014 Archive / 2013 Archive / 2012 Archive / 2011 Archive / 2010 Archive.

Interior Design.

Seamless Integration with Nature: Speargrass House in Queenstown by Arent&Pyke.

A Tactile Haven: Black Diamond by YSG Studio.

Merging NYC Hustle with Australian Coastline: Tamarama Residence by Flack Studio.

Kooky Fun Pie: Gloss House by Studio Doherty.

Contemporary Classicism with an Attitude: Monsieur G House in Bellevue Hill by Decus.

Luxury and Approachability: Doria Apartment in Sydney by Studio Prineas.

Beachside Beauty: A Holiday Home in Sydney’s Northern Beaches by YSG Studio.

Designing Tranquillity: Lawless & Meyerson’s Sydney Wharf Apartment Transformation.

Uncovering & Layering: Melbourne Warehouse Apartment Renovation by SSdH.

Landscape as Protagonist: Adelaide Villa by Mim Design.

A Forever Home in Melbourne by Flack Studio.

In a World of Its Own: Her Melbourne by Dion Hall.

Four Elements Collide: Yugen Dining by Architects EAT.

Saigon Sensation: Bambino by Looks Generous.

Classic and Ambient: STH Restaurant in Adelaide by Adrian Condina.

Familiarity Meets Novelty: Fugazzi Basement in Adelaide by Studio Gram.

A Trip to Italy: Enoteca Boccaccio by Mim Design.

A Playful Touch: Light Years Asian Diner in Byron Bay by Studio Plenty.

Studio Amaro: A Day-to-Night Italo-Dining Oasis by Bergman & Co.

A Coastal Sensibility: Rosa by Pattern Studio.

Material Mash-up: Rafi by Luchetti Krelle.

Greyleigh: A Colourful 200-Acre Farmstay in Kiama by Duet.

Nostalgic Escape: Foam House in Torquay by Amelda Wilde.

Capella Sydney Opens as Australia’s Most Luxurious New Hotel.

Bio-Resin Dream: AGNSW Sydney Modern Building Gallery Shop by Akin Atelier.

Aesop Collins Street by Clare Cousins Architects.

Familiar and Futuristic: Pidapipo Laboratorio Fitzroy by Dion Hall.

Constructing a Persona: Up There Melbourne Store by Kennedy Nolan.

The Future is Now: Song for the Mute Sydney Flagship by Pattern Studio.

A Space of Curiosity: Stable Project by Studio Manifold.

Splendidly Off-Kilter: Black Finch Jewellery Store in Melbourne by Danielle Brustman.

A Dance of Sweeping Forms: Mimco Chadstone by Studio Doherty.

A Maverick Spirit: Nagnata Byron Bay by Pattern Studio.

Peachy Pink with a Twist: Cov Hair Salon in Mosman by Coffeyhallett.

Alchemy of Styles: KODA Cutters Hair Salon by Arent&Pyke.

Robust, Textural and Reflective: The Disco Hair Salon in Brisbane by J.AR Office.

This Cosmetic Clinic in WA by Nickolas Gurtler Takes Notes from a Perfume Bottle.

Lawson Flats Perth Members Club by Finespun Architecture and Ohlo Studio.

Dynamic and Raw: Today Design Workspace in Collingwood by Studio Edwards.

Designing with Lightness & Authenticity: Oroton Office by Richards Stanisich.

Hospitality-inspired MA Financial Office in Sydney by The Stella Collective.

Architecture.

Can Living with Less Result in More: Adam Haddow’s Home in Sydney’s Surry Hills.

People Focussed Architecture: Nightingale Leftfield by Kennedy Nolan.

Nic Brunsdon’s Inflatable Sphere Highlights a Universal Truth of Life on Earth.

A Home of Civic Proportions: Gottlieb House by Wood Marsh.

Quiet Power: Merricks Farmhouse in Victoria by Michael Lumby with Nielsen Jenkins.

This Architectural Gem in Sydney’s Paddington Transforms the Street.

A Moment of Zen: Grove House by Clayton Orszaczky.

Like a Picnic Rug Under a Canopy: House for BEES by Downie North.

Small Design Moves, Monumental Impact: Parkville House in Melbourne by Placement.

Bringing Dark into Limelight: Shadow House by Grotto Studio.

Elsternwick Penthouse by Office Alex Nicholls.

Humble & Wholesome: City Beach House by Design Theory.

The Greatest Reef House in The World: The House at Lizard Island by JDA Co.

Agricultural Aesthetic: Tamworth House by MRTN Architects.

A Mindful Retreat: Pokolbin House by Lot 1 Design and Matthew Woodward Architecture.

Seagrass House on Djiringanj Country, Tathra NSW by Welsh + Major.

Product Design.

Coco Flip Explores the art of Pleating at Melbourne Design Week 2023.

A Harmonious Expression: Daniel Boddam Opens a New Gallery in Melbourne.

Marz Designs’ Aurelia Lighting Collection is Inspired by the Ocean’s Moon Jellyfish.

Oro Lamp Series by Nicole Lawrence Studio.

Illuminate Your World With the Essence of Gold: Oro Lighting Collection by Articolo Studios.

Furniture & Product Designer Tom Fereday on Creating a Body of Work that Grows & Lasts a Lifetime.

Light Shifting Resin Furniture Collection by Hayden Cox for SP01.

From Unique Objects to Thought-provoking Ideas: Highlights from Melbourne Design Week 2023.

Sense of Direction: Alpha60 X Brendan Huntley at the Heide Museum of Modern Art.

The Art of Slowing Down: Petra Collection by Armadillo.

Sarah Ellison Takes the Indoors Outside with Debut Outdoor Collection.

Ross Gardam Creates New Pavilion Space & Unveils Ross Gardam Editions.

See All Yellowtrace 2023 Archives Here.

Explore our archives through the years: 2022 Archive / 2021 Archive / 2020 Archive / 2019 Archive / 2018 Archive / 2017 Archive / 2016 Archive / 2015 Archive / 2014 Archive / 2013 Archive / 2012 Archive / 2011 Archive / 2010 Archive.