The Cinematic Beauty of Viabizzuno’s Coppibartali Light.We filmed the unboxing and the installation of Viabizzuno's Coppibartali 72 sospensione — a spectacular light designed in 2018 by Viabizzuno's founder, Mario Nanni. The almighty light fitting is a vision of cinematic proportions,...
Artchimboldi’s New Work-Play Retreat in Menorca by Emma Martí and Anna Truyol.For Anna Truyol, Menorca is special for reasons personal and professional. Not only does she have family ties to the island, but now, her latest labour of love—a nature-inspired retreat for companies—has made a new home on the...
White Hotel on São Miguel Island by Quiet Studios.Leaning over the Atlantic Ocean in São Miguel, where the colours of the sea blend with the horizon, is White—a boutique hotel in Portugal’s Azores that’s undergone a revamp by Spanish interior designer Daniela Francheschini of Quiet...
Making Now: Sydney Design Week 2022 Celebrates Designers Defining the Cultural Moment.Sydney Design Week returns in person for the first time in three years, with seven mega days of exhibitions, talks, film screenings and workshops all across the city’s design hubs. With the theme Making Now, the 2022 program celebrates...
Refined Femininity: Avart Boutique in Lugano by Studiopepe.With a welcoming atmosphere that speaks to refined and contemporary femininity, Studiopepe’s new boutique for Avart in Lugano is characterised by natural tones and soft geometries. Nude-coloured micro-sand wraps the interior, creating a...
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...
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,...
A Serene Urban Oasis in NoMad for NYC Empty Nesters by Benedikt Josef.In Manhattan's bustling NoMad, this 140-square-meter apartment speaks to the art of restrain and balanced design. Through a mix of contemporary pieces and vintage treasures, the space creates a serene sanctuary for its owners, who...
A Tale of Two Cultures: Inside a Refined Apartment by Art Bureau 1/1.When tasked with unifying three separate units into a cohesive home, designers Lena Solovyeva and Ilya Klimov drew inspiration from their client's Franco-Russian heritage. The resulting 350-square-metre apartment weaves together cultural...
