MSO Home + Art Studio by Jean Verville Architects.Beautifully dynamic, this three-storey home and studio in Montreal by Jean Verville architects is thoughtfully reorganised into ten versatile multifunctional platforms. A collaboration between the architect and the clients, the project...
Terra Cafe in Dubai, United Arab Emirates by Bone Studio.Blurring the threshold between form and function Bone Studio has created a layered and enveloping space that embodies warmth through natural elements. Terra is a welcome place to take a breather in a city more known for its lavishly built...
Timeless Spirit: Moscow Apartment by Workshop Studio.“My key objective in this apartment was to create a timeless spirit, with modern and comfortable spaces that the clients (a couple with two children, one cat, and one dog) could adjust over the course of their lives,” says Alexandra...
Drunk on Materiality: Inns Whiskey Bar in Chengdu, China by Wooton Designers.Behind the sleek and mysterious entrance on an unassuming street in Chengdu, China an absorbing whiskey bar transports visitors to the inside of a copper still. Sinuous walls and curved arches in amber hues engulf patrons in the cavernous...
Democratising the Family Home: Rua Maria Apartment in Lisbon by BUREAU.The latest venture by Lisbon-based architecture firm BUREAU is a truly evolved dwelling that defies expectations. Dubbed Maria, the studio describes it as “just an apartment”, although it’s a bit more than that – this experimental...
Colapso Studio Reimagines a 1894 Building for Bobo Choses Barcelona Store.Shopping with kids just got cooler! The new Bobo Choses flagship store by Colapso Studio preserves original features of Barcelona's 1894 Tapicerías Gancedo building while introducing contemporary elements like stained plywood counters and...
One Year On: Molteni&C Melbourne Flagship Leads Australian Expansion.As Molteni&C's Melbourne flagship celebrates its first anniversary, the success of Vincent Van Duysen's revolutionary retail concept sets the stage for a new chapter in Sydney's Surry...
Inside Singapore’s Most Atmospheric Plant Shopping Experience.Singapore's plant retail landscape evolves with Soilboy's new flagship store in New Bahru. Designed by SILO, the interior brings together cork, lime plasters, and modified concrete techniques to create a warm, natural interior that...
A Jewel in Armadale’s Crown: Sarah & Sebastian’s Boutique Designed by Richards Stanisich.Art meets retail in Sarah & Sebastian's Armadale store, designed by Richards Stanisich. The boutique seamlessly blends Victorian heritage with contemporary design, featuring monolithic display plinths, metallic surfaces, deep sepia linens,...
Common Breads: MA Studio’s Fresh Take on Lebanese Street Food in London.A new London bakery by MA Studio, Common Breads brings the flavours and atmosphere of Beirut's streets to the UK capital. Inspired by the traditional Levantine bread Kaak, this immersive space near Victoria Station blends Lebanese...
Classical to Cubist: OSC Boutique by Xframe Studio.Tucked away on an ordinary street in Xiong An is a masterpiece, waiting to be unfurled. The composition is clear from the outset, with the linear framework of the facade setting the spatial intent in stone. OSC boutique is a retail space,...
70s Soul Meets Modern Wholesome in Sydney’s Coolest New Hangout, Superfreak Marrickville.Serving up style with a side of soul! Discover Superfreak, where buttery yellow walls meet avocado green accents, and vintage finds create the perfect backdrop for your morning coffee ritual. This is possibly coolest new kid on Sydney's...
Hard Rock Cafe: Bloma Studio’s Caillou in Lyon’s Historic Quarter.Drawing inspiration from Albert Frey's Californian houses, Caillou café in Lyon mediates between raw rock formations and architectural elements. Bloma founders Jeremy Frenot and Julian Spagnolo have created an environment where mineral...
Redfern’s Newest Hotspot, Attenzione, Designed by Coffeyhallett.A bold mustard interior by Coffeyhallett delivers an atmosphere that's both nostalgic and contemporary. The design team's vision of an unpretentious, warm, and energetic local Italian bistro brings to life a versatile venue that...
Seoul’s Coffee Culture Finds a Home in Paris at Café Shin.Conceived by Uchronia studio for chef Julien Sebbag and pastry chef Shin Eun Jung, Café Shin combines traditional Korean architectural elements with contemporary French design. At its heart is a modern Hanok structure, while a hidden...
Burnt Beauty: Nice Projects’ Odem Elevates Korean Cuisine in Singapore.In Singapore's New Bahru creative cluster, a new hospitality venue by Nice Projects celebrates contemporary Korean cuisine, craft, and design. Odem, a makgeolli bar and restaurant, offers a unique experience that blends traditional Korean...
This Dreamlike Noodle House by Office AIO Redefines Fast-casual Dining.In Chongqing’ bustling alleys of Eighteen Stairs, a renowned noodle chain with over 1,000 locations has taken a bold step to revitalise its brand image. Office AIO cleverly redefined the concept of a façade by pushing the boundary...
Inside the Contemporary Renovation of a Historic Parisian Treasure.When history meets modern design, magic happens. This Parisian apartment, once part of Napoleon's office complex, has been reimagined by Joris Poggioli into a contemporary haven. Original architectural elements dance with custom-designed...
Sydney Harbour Views Shape Point Piper’s Luxury Apartment Transformation.In a renovation of a 1930s Point Piper heritage apartment, Studio Williams has created fluid spaces that capture Sydney's spectacular harbour views. The top-floor residence in Chatsworth House blends period features with modern comforts...
Neutral Canvas: A St John’s Wood Home Built Around Art.A chance meeting led London-based designer Ilya Gulyants and contemporary art advisor Agne Skopaite to transform a St John's Wood Victorian-era apartment into a sophisticated living gallery. Natural textures and vintage pieces create an...
Brick by Brick: SJB’s Adam Haddow Designs a Legacy Home for his Parents in Ararat.When you’re a high-profile architect and your parents ask for a new home, you better deliver something extraordinary! In designing this house in Ararat, Victoria, SJB director Adam Haddow didn't just create a downsized space—he made a...
Curated to Chill: Cologny Holiday Home in Geneva by Hauvette & Madani.This modern Swiss pied-à-terre overlooking Lake Geneva becomes a timeless backdrop for the extensive art and design collection encased within, focusing on detailed and skilled craftsmanship. Drawing light and history from the surrounding...
New Line House: Studio Prineas Revives a 1960s Pettit & Sevitt Sydney Gem.In Northern Sydney's bushlands, Studio Prineas preserves the mid-century character of a Pettit & Sevitt 'Lowline' house while adapting it for contemporary family life. The project thoughtfully expands the original single-level home upward,...
