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What’s trending in 2020 kitchens?

As the heart of the home, your kitchen plays a central role in everyday life. Whether you use this space as an entertainment area, hosting holiday events or simply a place to hang with the family after a long day, the kitchen brings people together.

Feb 19, 2020

What’s Trending in the Pool World?

Despite the knowledge that the average size of the Australian backyard is getting smaller, our love of pools is still continuing to grow, bringing new trends and innovative designs to the traditional pool.

Jul 16, 2019

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Green Square urban development

Sydney’s fastest-growing neighbourhood has received national recognition as one of Australia’s most sustainable communities.

Jun 13, 2019

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Education, wellbeing and sustainability all under one roof

BVN was recently announced category winner for Renovation / Modernisation Over $2M in the 2019 Learning Environments Australasia Awards for Excellence in Education Facility Design. The award recognises BVN studio’s transformational work on the Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School (OLA) Stage 2…

Jun 3, 2019

Six design teams announced for Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta

Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) Minister for the Arts, Don Harwin, announced the six design teams shortlisted for the landmark new Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta, Sydney.

May 9, 2019

Julie Ockerby With The Bespoke Collection Fabrics Outside Meli HQ

Julie Ockerby’s Meli Studio – champions of sophisticated seniors living

Julie and her team at Meli Studio Australia have now added visionary commercial partners such as Allity, Uniting and Aurrum to their loyal residential client portfolio, together raising the bar on design expectations for aged care in Australia and determined to continue to push the…

May 7, 2019

Developing contemporary learning spaces in education

Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all schoolhouse. Today’s educational institutions aim to provide a different type of space to learn – enriching environments that inspire, stimulate and motivate and address the individual needs of students.

Apr 30, 2019

Weathertex launches Weathergroove 75mm architectural panel

This slim and strong architectural panel is available in two finishes, Natural and Smooth, each creating a cutting edge minimalist look that’s timelessly stylish.

Apr 16, 2019

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Four ways to create a cosy living space

When the weather cools down, it’s our instinct to go into hibernation as we bunker down and spend more time than usual curled up on the couch. Luckily, there are plenty of simple ways to turn your living room into a cosy sanctuary during the…

Mar 14, 2019

Place Design Group appoints Beth Toon as CEO

Place Design Group are thrilled to announce the appointment of Beth Toon as Chief Executive Officer. The newly created role of CEO has been introduced to lead the executive team and ultimately the company, with a focus on commitment to long-term growth and success.

Feb 21, 2019

New rules to enforce better apartment quality and open space

Minimum apartment sizes, increased tree retention and new natural light requirements form part of new guidelines to ensure future infill and apartment developments are built to higher design standards.

Feb 19, 2019

Innovator in Applied Design leads new Future Building Initiative research lab at Monash

Monash University has appointed building design innovation expert Professor Mathew Aitchison to lead its major new initiative to influence and transform the design, production and management of the built environment.

Feb 4, 2019