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Why vintage maps and blueprints belong in design officesThe walls of a design office do more than fill empty space. They establish a working atmosphere, signal a studio’s values and give visitors an immediate sense…
Porcelain paving brings a sandstone sensibility outdoorsA new line of porcelain paving slabs is bringing the warm, layered appearance of natural sandstone to patios, terraces and public spaces. Designed to echo the…
Inside the Conversion of a Former Church in North PerthThe conversion of a former church in North Perth into a private residence begins with a deceptively simple question: how can a building made for collective…
Painted Landscapes Bring Cottesloe Retail Spaces to LifeIn the bright, salt-edged atmosphere of Perth, landscape painter Mia Renshaw has found an unexpected second canvas: the retail wall. Her large-scale murals…
Australian-Made Outdoor Cushions for Perth’s Harsh SunOutdoor seating in Perth has a particular set of demands. Long, dry summers, strong afternoon sun, coastal air and the everyday habit of moving life outdoors…
Integrating Smart Home Tech Without Compromising Design VisionSmart home technology has moved well beyond novelty status in Australian households, but the conversation around its integration often overlooks a crucial…
What the 2024 WA Design Symposium Said About CircularityThe 2024 WA Design Symposium placed the circular economy at the centre of discussion, moving the subject beyond recycling bins, reclaimed timber and material…
Behind the Design of a Minimalist Wedding Venue on the Swan RiverAlong the Swan River foreshore, a wedding venue has to do more than provide a beautiful backdrop. It must work through Perth’s bright summer glare, sudden…
Why Pocket Doors Suit Perth's Compact Apartment LivingPerth's apartment market has shifted dramatically over the past decade, with more West Australians opting for higher-density living in suburbs like Subiaco,…
Alkimos Welcomes a New Display Village by WA Building DesignersPerth's northern coastal corridor has been quietly transforming over the last decade, and Alkimos now sits at the centre of that shift. Once a stretch of…
