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- Better living – The Health and Wellbeing shortlist
- Experience the magic of Kaolin Tiles’ new showroom in Alexandria
- A home with a ringside seat to harbour views
- Relive the 2022 Saturday Indesign after party!
- Curating a home full of art
- Sense and sensibility
- Ultra-modernity for the new age
- Unexpected delights at South Yarra Residence
- Saturday Indesign’s speaker series put design knowledge front and centre
- Reconnection and inspiration at Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms
| Better living – The Health and Wellbeing shortlist Posted: 29 Jun 2022 05:44 PM PDT  Today, more than ever, we value all aspects of maintaining a healthy life, and so, The Health and Wellbeing Space in the 2022 INDE.Awards is ever more relevant. Good design promotes good health and this year's shortlist provides us with projects that aid and support us in so many aspects of wellbeing. From medical centres to beauty salons and everything in between the shortlist of The Health and Wellbeing Space invites perusal with creativity and innovation at the forefront of designing for a better life. As supporter of The Health and Wellbeing Space category, Porter's Paints has always designed, manufactured and supplied products that are at the cutting edge of design for colour, texture and trends. Commenting on the shortlist this year and noticing trends and design ideas Jill Every, Sales & marketing Manager, Porter's Paints says that there are, "Spaces with great flow – air, light and colour design that feels clean but not clinical and sustainable sourcing in materials that are robust and enhance human occupancy (such as low emission materials and substrates that stand the test of time). Also, the inclusion of textured and organic building materials that create warmth and bring a sense of life to the construction." Asked how the projects appealed to Porter's Paints particularly in terms of what it is doing in the space of wellness, Every replies, "Our interest in this category had three dimensions: health and wellbeing of occupant, building and planet. So, we’re delighted to see the convergence of stunning colour design, combined with high-performance coatings and sustainably sourced materials. Not many suppliers understand colour and texture the way Porter’s Paints do and we love the human empathy showcased in this category." When pressed for a favourite project, Every says, "Our standout favourite is ODE Dermatology, for the use of colour and texture and for the combination of new materials with the incorporation of the original architectural features." It's clear to see that The Health and Wellbeing Space category is making an impression on Porter's Paints and while there is a favourite, there are 12 projects in the running for the accolade as best in category. We'll all be in Melbourne to celebrate the winners of the INDE.Awards at the gala event on 4th August 2022 so there's a lot to look forward to. Perhaps the last word should come from Every who talks about the gala event, "We are most looking forward to seeing progressive design and innovation, and how exceptional ideas in design always allow for human health, the human drive for beauty, and for sustainability." Perfectly put. . The 2022 INDE.Awards Health & Wellness ShortlistProudly partnered by Porter’s Paints  400 George Street EOTF  Ally Singapore  BIPO Beauty Clinic  Capecare Dunsborough  Flow Yoga  Jewish Care Anne and Eric Smorgon Active Living Centre  Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital Emergency Department  ODE Dermatology  Relinque Urban Retreat & Spa  University of Queensland Elkhorn Building  Westmead Private Hospital – Stage 3 Expansion  Yarram Integrated Healthcare Centre . Discover the knowledge that powers the awards at the 2022 INDE.Summit. Reserve your exclusive early bird ticket and get 30% off the ticket price for a limited time. The post Better living – The Health and Wellbeing shortlist appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Experience the magic of Kaolin Tiles’ new showroom in Alexandria Posted: 29 Jun 2022 04:08 PM PDT  Backed by over 25 years of manufacturing experience from China, Kaolin Tiles brought its impressive range of premium natural stone-like tiles to Australia in 2020 and has since gone on to firmly establish themselves as an integral part of Australia's architectural landscape. While they might still be the new kids on the block, their sustainable and precision-made porcelain surfaces are pushing the envelope in residential applications, so it is no surprise that they had to upscale their showroom within only two years of opening their doors. Located in Alexandria, one of Sydney's most dynamic inner-city neighbourhoods, Kaolin's new showroom has been beautifully designed in-house to showcase their large-format tiles, Endless Vein®, and their Seamless Joint Tiling Technology. This revolutionary product is a grid of six or eight unique large-format pieces that can be laid with grout joints as small as 0.5mm, and their veins and patterning aligned to look as though they have come from one giant slab.  Custom-made sliders have been created to showcase the magnificence of size and veining of Kaolin's latest products. Every element in the new showroom space demonstrates what is achievable and enhances the full radiance and depth of each tile’s unique patterns and tones. Not stopping there, Kaolin have also installed a bar to showcase Sodalite Blue, rich in deep mysterious cobalt tones that hold three arches of delicate Breche De Benou. The stunning 'Bar Sodalite' is not only a space to host clients, talks, and other industry-related events, but also to demonstrate the durability and affordability of porcelain. The company's tiles absorb less water, are far more chemically resistant than natural stone, and are crafted to stand the test of time.  The concept areas showcase three distinct styles: modern contemporary, luxury minimalism, and ambient art deco. The walls and floors have been carefully designed and aesthetically chosen to balance the different elements in proximity. For Saturday Indesign this year, Kaolin teamed up with ARM Architecture to collaborate on 'The Project' – a chance for architects, designers and other creatives to work in conjunction with exhibiting companies and their products to create installations based this year on the theme of Regeneration. Together they created a circular patterned installation in the form of a conical anamorph. The anamorph sits over a technically designed spherical mosaic with white streaks across the tiles. At a given point, a checkerboard is revealed with the word 'Eternity' regenerated in the mirror. The outcome is a remarkable piece of art so impressive that Kaolin has made it a permanent installation.  An intimate tea ceremony area reflects the soul of Kaolin, where time is taken to be mindful, respectful, exchange meaningful conversation, and self-reflect. The tranquillity of this space is framed by Endless Vein®'s Royal Green Jade, characterised by organic rock patterning, dark veins and vibrant beige and brown emulsions. For designers looking to create a mood board for themselves or clients, Kaolin have created a sample library that is open to anyone. An ideal creative space, this library is stocked with books, materials, and finishes to help visitors curate and experiment with new ideas. Kaolin's new showroom proves to be an inspiring place to witness the unique characteristics of their pieces first-hand and find the ones that will achieve the perfect mood for your next commercial project. Kaolin Tiles |
| A home with a ringside seat to harbour views Posted: 28 Jun 2022 07:07 PM PDT  There are quite a few extraordinary things going on with this house. Firstly, it is discrete, which is rare for such a prestigious location on Sydney Harbour with a 180-degree view. Next it battles the elements without disrupting that view. And lastly, the view itself has been worked for both its wow factor and a real love of the Sydney Harbour. Using the steep slope of the site, the architects buried the bulk of the building into the hillside. A flat roof and predominance of white give the building a decidedly modernist feel. This combination makes the three-storey house appear like a modest single-storey home from the street. "The building nestles into the hillside becoming an integrated landform in itself. We then used the courtyard plan to create pockets within that topography to serve as sheltered sanctuaries, set back from the buffeting windows and big harbour views," says Conrad Johnston, director, Studio Johnston.  At the heart of the home, at the middle level, is a large walled and paved courtyard with a mature Pandanus tree. This area acts as a fulcrum to the public spaces of the home, with the living room, kitchen and dining room coming off the courtyard, all able to open to this space. Effectively this creates an extensive outdoor area and interior shelter, while mediating the more exposed westerly terrace, and taking in the big harbour view. Construction materials feature a variety of stones. Coral stone has been used for interior tiling through the public spaces. The visually soft exterior comprises limestone bricks, which have been quarried and individually hand-cut and laid by a stonemason. "Limestone is a soft stone, and more uniform in colour than the sandstone into which the house is carved, so it makes a nice punctuation," says Johnston. "And the quality of light on limestone is very different to its effect on a normal clay brick. It almost shimmers," he adds. Plantings by Myles Baldwin are exemplar and entirely unexpected, while materiality is simply beautiful.  The master ensuite is a delightful surprise with a large window looking straight to Sydney Harbour, capturing Sydney Harbour Bridge and the sails of the Opera House. The bath, encased in marble is large and opulent with the same marble used for walls and floor. The single materiality compounds the sense of luxury, and is exceedingly well done. Sustainability measures include rooftop solar power, a sizeable rainwater tank below ground, low-E glazing throughout and heat-mitigating roof gardens.          Project details Architecture & interiors – Studio Johnston We think you might like this Sydney home carved into a hillside, Luigi Rosselli’s Sandcastle The post A home with a ringside seat to harbour views appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Relive the 2022 Saturday Indesign after party! Posted: 28 Jun 2022 06:29 PM PDT  Saturday, May 21st 2022 marked the return of Saturday Indesign: the design industry's most loved event. Making a triumphant return to Sydney, the event put the city's best design talents on show, with exhibitors, speakers and attendees alike all contributing to what was a day to remember. Like any great event, the hottest ticket in town was to the afterparty, where a night of dancing was the perfect way to draw Saturday Indesign to a close. True to form, the afterparty rolled in with 250 of Saturday Indesign's closest friends and strangers, all dancing the night away as the vibe from the day continued long into the night. This capped off a day out and about in the city, where exhibitors (Anterior XL, Caroma, dedece, District, Flokk, Fred International, Herman Miller, Ignite Fireplace Studio, Infinity Commercial, JANUS et Cie, Kaolin, Koda Lighting, Krost, Laine, Living Edge, Maker&Son, Molmic, Polytec, Porter's Paints, Savage Design, SeehoSu, Space, Special Lights, Square Bear, Steelcase, Stormtech, Stylecraft, Sussex Taps, Technogym, Thinking Works, Wilkhahn and Winning Appliances) and partners (Neolith, Autex Acoustics and Interface) put on an amazing day that showcased the best of Sydney's design scene. Wrapping up a big day of design, the after party was held in Sydney's Mimmynvovo, a photography studio that provided the dream backdrop for the event. Guests were kept well-hydrated thanks to Vero, and Sopra Seltzers, whose cocktails and seltzers brought a touch of Italy to Saturday Indesign. As guests traversed the levels of the venue, they danced to the DJs, took photos in front of photo walls, posed with props, chilled out in the projector zone, got wild in the ball pit or braved the rain outside to catch up with people they might have missed during the day. Saturday Indesign will return in 2023 to Melbourne, Australia. Be sure to stay tuned for more information and keep those dancing shoes handy for next year or register your interest to get involved here! Photography by Javiera Bobadilla (@badviera)                                                                                          The post Relive the 2022 Saturday Indesign after party! appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Posted: 28 Jun 2022 05:45 PM PDT  Aleesha Callahan: How did you approach the integration of art into Curatorial House?Megan Dicks: For Otomys, curating art for a home is not a three-pronged approach, it's more than that – we certainly consider the architectural and interior design and the client brief but we're attentive to those subtleties that build an emotive journey through a home. We appreciate the balance of beauty, curiosity, light, and dark and the emotional and cultural value of art aside from the aesthetic. Our art curation intends to highlight the overall character and experience of the home and this way the art collection in every home is unique.  What was the brief from the clients?By the time Otomys was brought into the project, the client, Taylor Pressly Architects and interiors curator, Tyler Aspen Edmonds, had developed an exciting vision between them. However, we were introduced early enough in the conversation to grow with it. Our role was to curate a diverse collection of contemporary art to harmonise and energise the level of sophistication and cutting-edge design.  Can you share any anecdotal comments about what art means to them and how they wanted to 'live' with it in this home? How involved in the process were the clients?Initially, the client said she knew 'very little about art' and was happy for us as a team to guide her. Yet over the months it became apparent from her stylish fashion that she had a great appreciation of combining colour, pattern, texture and quality design, so her decisions on the art were immediate; she knew if she was drawn to the work or not – but she was also courageous to be taken out of her comfort zone. When the project was ending, I asked her what she had enjoyed the most and to my surprise, she said, 'the art actually … because I hadn't expected it to be'.  Aesthetically how does the art complement the different spaces?The functional elements in each space harmonise with the art … either because the space gives the art enough negative space to be enjoyed or because the space completely embraces the art. The lobby is an example of the latter; the custom-scaled Latent series by Mark Roper and the timber wall sculptures by Anna Dudek look superb on the marble walls across from each other as well as with the serpentine forms of the sofa and angular character of the console – the conversation between these pieces is dynamic. Whereas in the base floor wine cellar the moody pigment prints by Rebekah Stuart are more recessive, captivating the viewer to take a closer look at the imaginary landscapes.  What are the different types of art that were selected?Sculpture in acrylic, timber, steel and glass, oil painting on canvas, mixed media with clay and timber collage on canvas, spray painting, automotive paint with glitter glue, pigment prints, chromogenic prints – For the scale of this collection we had to ensure that the mediums and genres were diverse.  Can you share specific details about some of your favourite pieces and the artists who created them? How did you ensure that the collection felt authentic?Dutch photographer, Simone Boon has mastered her focus on movement of the abstract figurative form. In the casual dining area of blocked colours, the movement in Simone's work could be felt. The top floor has a swimming pool, spa and steam room which flows into a glamorous party room with a marble drinks bar – all with spectacular views over the city.  Greg Penn was invited to create a sculpture for the glass corner, and I love his steel upright work titled Vista. We teamed this with Anna Dudek's dichroic sculpture to throw ever-changing colour across the room. The stacked forms sculpture in burgundy by Ben Sheers for the formal living area was one of the most exciting commissions to watch evolve, from pencil drawings to cardboard and steel maquettes through to the final work which was craned into position.  Ben Sheers' was a striking contrast with the graphic landscape by Eduardo Santos on the other side of the formal living room. In one of the guest bedrooms we installed a large Greg Wood oil painting behind the bed, and two small abstract landscape oil paintings by Danielle Mooney above the sofa, so no spaces were left undressed!  Otomys We think you might like this home in Perth, which also features a highly curated art collection – Coastal House by Decus Interiors The post Curating a home full of art appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Posted: 26 Jun 2022 07:20 PM PDT  In this duplex apartment located on the ground floor of a small development designed by K2LD Architects, the daily routines of lounging, dining, entertaining and playing are perennially intertwined with wind, bountiful sunshine that brightens without discomfort, and sceneries of bamboo and Fukugi trees. The double-storey living spaces run parallel to an equally voluminous terrace to capture these natural experiences, while a mezzanine containing the private quarters also shares such delights. The home's position alongside a pool adds tranquil shades of sun-speckled aqua through the curtain of landscaping. The owners – a couple with their two sons, a golden retriever and a live-in helper – were drawn to the development's small size, its central location, sensible layout, loftiness and suitably proportioned kitchen and dining. "Our conversations are often had over food, and the primary way we practise hospitality is over the table," shares one of the owners, who works in a church.  Her husband, a lawyer and barbecue enthusiast, was gratified with the large outdoor space and the apartment's somewhat landed house characteristics without requiring the same maintenance that often comes with a landed property. Amy Lim of Pupil Office was engaged to optimise the apartment to the owner's needs through spatial planning and furniture selection. "The clients showed me references like a round dining table by Axel Vervoordt and lounges by Joseph Dirand… it helped that we both like mostly the same things," says Lim on the synergistic collaboration. A dry kitchen counter has been poised at the end of the living axis as a new focal point, backed by ash wooden panelling to hide storage. "It needed to house a wine fridge, coffee bar, recipe books, oven, microwave, induction cooker, wares and a space to make pizza," says Lim on this hardworking zone.  A grey, espresso-coloured Grigio Billiemi marble countertop counterbalances the home's dominant off-white shades. "At certain times of the year, this wall gets really strong sunlight. Hence, the darker and moodier palette anchors the space well," Lim highlights. On the mezzanine, Lim carved out two study niches with Vitsoe 606 shelves conducive to work-from-home sessions. Two bedrooms separated by a bathroom were broken through to create distinct sleeping and study areas shared by their sons. In the master bedroom, Lim reoriented the bed to face the window's green vista, accompanied by the occasional sparrow or squirrel. The room's footprint was also increased by adapting the depth of the wardrobe.  In terms of aesthetics, there is no distinct style adhered to. Rather, the aim was to cultivate a harmonious atmosphere with a sense of craftsmanship and elegant accents. On the first storey, mouldings run along walls at half height, as requested by the client. White frameless pocket sliding doors replace all the doors as space-saving devices. They also grant the home an uncluttered feel. "These gave me the ability to terminate the mouldings more sensibly, as opposed to worrying about architraves," says Lim. Bathrooms are equally neat and neutral, with some articulation through the angular Rombini tiles from Mutina.  In the living areas, a small, bespoke, plush sofa suits the narrow space well, accompanied by an angular Pierre Jeanneret chair from Phantom Hands. In consideration of active children and a dog free to roam indoors, the Axel Vervoordt dining table was replaced by a custom bone-white dining table made from glass fibre-reinforced concrete (GFRC) shaped with an accident-preventing bullnose edge and rounded legs. "It's strong but not as heavy as traditional concrete as it lacks large stone aggregates. It's more often used in the construction of bridges and buildings in high seismic zones – nothing like overkill for a dining table," humours Lim. This robustness is balanced with a lightness from luminous light structures. A Cloud 19 pendant lamp by Apparatus Studio hangs over the dining and an effable Tense lamp from New Works floats above the living room where a Samsung The Frame television adorns the wall as a piece of functional art. In the dining room, an Edward Hopper print provides another jolt of colour.  Despite the minimal art pieces in this home, there is no lack of artistry due to the thoughtful detailing and tasteful furnishings, all grounded by organic lines and tactile materiality. On the terrace, a large bespoke solid Balau timber dining table has become a favourite gathering spot and alternative venue for working from home. The semi-outdoor space is really the apartment's defining feature, evidenced by the large sliding doors always left open to enable fluid indoor-outdoor living. "The terrace is completely unsusceptible to the elements. So far, it has never gotten hot and the rain never gets in," share the clients, "We can read outdoors while it storms right next to us and not get wet, which is magical."    Project details Interior design – Pupil Office This article originally appeared in issue #53 of Habitus. We think you might like this apartment that brings art and quirk The post Sense and sensibility appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Ultra-modernity for the new age Posted: 26 Jun 2022 07:00 PM PDT  Beoremote HaloAlways pushing the frontier of soundscapes and speaker design, Bang and Olufsen introduces the BEOREMOTE HALO: a sculptural object that is more akin to art than technology, offering one-touch access to music, podcasts and radio. A complete ode to the music lover, Beoremote Halo comes with four favourites buttons for seamless sound selection, and an intuitive display to identify the music and any connected devices. Bang and Olufsen   Michelle Bar StoolTim Rundle's latest creation for SP01 Design is the MICHELLE BAR STOOL – a timeless piece with a sultry silhouette and considered combinations of finishes. An organic, almost triangular seat base can be upholstered to bring any personality to life, while the simple linearity of Michelle's back and legs cleverly make use of negative space. SP01 Design   FRAGILE by Antrei HartikainenGreat Dane is renowned for forging connections with the world's most brilliant up-and-coming designers – and this connection is no exception. Antrei Hartikainen flexed his creative muscles in his exhibition FRAGILE at Helsinki Design Week 2021, and Hartikainen's pieces are now available through Great Dane. While each piece is unique in its take on how humans interact with the objects around them, and how fragile this interaction can be, they are all characterised by dynamic silhouettes that play on light, shadow and depth. Great Dane  Woll CookwareWOLL's mission in the culinary world is a simple one: 'to bring inspiration and innovation to foodies everywhere by producing extraordinary cookware in the pursuit of perfecting the art of cooking'. The German-engineered range of WOLL COOKWARE certainly achieves this mission, with functionality and longevity that match its finessed aesthetic. WOLL   Explore The Collection on Habitus for all the design-led products for your dream home The post Ultra-modernity for the new age appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Unexpected delights at South Yarra Residence Posted: 26 Jun 2022 06:19 PM PDT  Expanding on the idea of a European interior aesthetic, Kestie Lane's intent for this four-storey terrace was to explore materiality without limiting space. As such, the minimal palette is alive with understated variation and textural distinction. "When we first met the clients, they were just about to start their family, we really wanted to make a beautiful, warm, textured family home," says Lane. As such, surface, pattern and texture are used throughout the home, often with a geometric overlay.  The kitchen makes this point well with a monolithic stone island in a leathered black and bronze Magnesia stone from Artedomus, clipped at each end to deliver geometric interest. The under-counter and splashback are both finished with a quartz limestone diamond tile in shades of black, while the Poliform cabinetry in dark timber provides another surface pattern. The strong horizontal of the island and verticality of the cabinetry is then broken by the custom Typography pendant light with adjustable light fittings to suit the kitchen workspace. Her use of stone in the interior has been incredibly considered with a specifically cut Italian granite in the main living room: "We love working with quite interesting stones. The Argento Grigio granite was vein cut so it has a beautiful grain movement in the slab." Placing the stone below and behind a grid of steel shelving, negates any sense of busyness. Lane also used the same stone for the stairs well: "We intentionally worked closely with artedomus, to bring that same stone down the staircase to the basement, all the grain pattern matched to appear like it was cut out of one block" It, moreover, makes for a fabulous visual dialogue with the adjacent stair surround, which was cut to suit the room as the house was built: "We literally sliced and created the staircase form and cutout on site and then finished and softened it with a beautiful concrete render" says Lane. Countering the monolithic nature of the stairwell gesture, is a picture window of soft drapes, a divine blue Knoll sofa from Dedece and the insouciance of a floor to ceiling Typography lamp. A wall of black cabinetry neatly hides the television in plain sight.  Kestie Lane Studio bathrooms are always extraordinary. For this project, the powder room in the basement is arguably the scene stealer with a bespoke wash basin. And, it almost didn't happen. "I think the clients always just thought the basement was the entry from the car lift and where the laundry hides. We convinced them that the powder room although small could be a real statement, a 'wow factor'. I love an interior that is unexpected to the design language," says Lane, who used moody darkened glass and explored three finishes to deliver an exceptional room of stone, mirror and bronze. Using leather finished granite for the floor, walls and door handle, the basin is carved from a single block. The face of the basin has been sandblasted to give a rough softness while the interior is honed to a smooth, welcoming finish. Her pairing of granite with a mosaic of bronze tiles, bronze tapware and detailing verges on the sublime.  The ensuite and upper floor bathrooms are just as beautiful, but more attuned to providing everyday luxury: "I like to design the master ensuite like a retreat, like a wellness haven that feels therapeutic," says Lane. To this end, Dolomite Elba stone has been used to create a play between the grid of the tiles with the natural markings of the stone. A basin and under plinth are carved and honed from the same stone to continue the variation of form while maintaining the clarity of a minimal palette. Responding to Matt Gibson's architecture, the diagonal wall line in the study is countered by a subtle cloud motif in the deep blue carpet by Christian Lacroix. A pair of blue velvet Walter Knoll chairs with bronze detailing brings an unexpected sculptural quality, while leather Walter Knoll desk chairs are, while very beautiful, an unusual study choice. It is this unconventionality that signatures her work, whether in her overlaying of natural stone with grids or her choice of soft furnishings, there are always surprises subtly woven into Kestie Lane Studio’s designs. Then there are the wow factors that simply astound.             Project details Interiors – Kestie Lane Studio We think you might like this project that cleverly uses up a small urban plot The post Unexpected delights at South Yarra Residence appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Saturday Indesign’s speaker series put design knowledge front and centre Posted: 26 Jun 2022 05:15 PM PDT  Saturday Indesign is an event that truly offers something for everyone, design lovers of all walks of life can find something that piques their interest. From workshops to hospitality, product launches to DJ sets, the 2022 Saturday Indesign program brought us a schedule that was overflowing with design inspiration to love. Each year, the Saturday Indesign speaker series is a program highlight, with a mix of curated and brand hosted sessions packing a serious educational punch. 2022 was no different, with over 15 knowledge-led panels, seminars and discussions all held across an action-packed Saturday in Sydney. From the latest in workplace to Instagram design trends, here are some of our favourite educational moments of the day! Sustainability The topic that's never far from front of mind, sustainability took a moment to shine at Saturday Indesign, with dedicated talks at SeehoSu and Thinking Works. At Seehosu, a panel that included Marcus Piper and Virginia Wong-See from the Regional Architecture Association, Uncle Phillip Bligh, John Wardle's Jasmin Williamson and Aidan Mullan from Saturday Indesign's Sustainability Partner Interface, spoke about sustainability, business practices and cultural consultation to a packed house, with Uncle Phillip Bligh providing particular insight into the embodied knowledge of First Nation's people and the ways in which working with Country should influence and lead sustainable building practices. Sustainability also came into focus at Kaolin Tiles, where a morning talk on the New Dawn of Materiality brought material usage and sourcing into a direct conversation about making more sustainable design choices. Art & Trends New trends and the intersection of design and art always informs much of the Saturday Indesign event program, but this year we saw it emerge as a real focus amongst the day's speaker series'. Polytec set their space at Infinity Commercial Furniture (also shared with Laine Furnishings) abuzz when Marylou Cafaro gave an address on upcoming joinery trends, Technogym offered a deep dive into the coming together of art and technology with their new range by acclaimed interior designer Antonio Citterio and Kaolin once again offered a look at the global trends in porcelain tiles. Over at dedece, Habitus editor Aleesha Callahan brought us "Designing Rooms and Influencing People", where Alexandra Ponting (AP Design House) and Stefania Reynolds (Studio Johnston) walked the audience through how they navigate designing spaces in an Instagram age. Workplace Perpetually one of the day's most anticipated topics, workplace once again stole the spotlight at the event. Herman Miller took over the top of Living Edge's showroom, being the place to be at lunchtime with some of Sydney's leading workplace designers holding court with Indesign Editor Alice Blackwood. A little earlier, Wilkhahn put the end user front and centre, bringing experts from CBRE, Dexus and Lendlease to debate the future relevance of workplaces. Meanwhile, Square Bear looked at ensuring wellbeing in the workplace with Sonder's Louise Butler. Covering Verticals No program is complete without a current look at both Education and Retail design, with both spaces facing rapid changes to keep up with what we as a society look for in 2022. For the first session of the day, Winning Appliances brought experts together to explore how the rise of online spaces has placed a demand on retail design to get experimental to tempt people, while at 2pm, Stylecraft played host to a lively session on Education – particularly topical with homeschooling giving so many a taste for the importance of safe, productive and constructive spaces to learn. Over at Krost, design itself was the topic of discussion, with an engaging discussion on running a design business in 2022 playing out. Everything and Anything Other talks covered a range of different topics, from the serious and pressing issue of Modern Slavery (hosted by Square Bear and Thinking Works), to an enticing conversation on architecture of Travel (hosted by Anterior XL). Smaller and more intimate talks were hotly anticipated, from Special Lights' morning session on Architecture and Lighting, to Molmic's casual chat "Meet the Maker". Perhaps one of the highlights of the day was over at Fred International, where William Smart drew a crowd as he spoke to melding old and new and creating a symbiosis between heritage and contemporary design. Relive all the best moments from 2022 at the event gallery!Saturday Indesign will return to Melbourne in 2023, to get involved register your interest here. The post Saturday Indesign's speaker series put design knowledge front and centre appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
| Reconnection and inspiration at Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms Posted: 26 Jun 2022 10:11 AM PDT  After two years of uncertainty and survival, the clouds of pandemic are beginning to part. Lockdowns have ended, social plans are taking shape, and a sense of optimism has returned. While it's not yet time to consign COVID-19 to the history books, a 'new normal' has started to take shape. People are even beginning to go to work with the type of certainty and energy they had two years ago. For architects and designers, while this news is clearly welcome, the transformation – from survival mode back to a fully-energised commitment – is tricky. As is the case for all 'creatives', for architects, work is not something that can be easily 'turned on and off' as required. 'Creation' requires connection. It requires inspiration. And it requires engagement.  High end kitchen appliancesIn this context, the Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms represent a perfect tonic; spaces in which specifiers can free themselves from the cobwebs of lockdown, and be inspired. Located in Sydney and Melbourne, and designed by Mim Design and Adele Bates respectively, the showrooms present the products of Sub-Zero, a supplier that for over 75 years has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible when it comes preservation systems. Made for moments worth savouring, its extensive range of appliances have been refined to support the modern-day chef with industry leading performance, versatility and expertise. And along with these, they showcase all of Sub-Zero and Wolf’s latest refrigeration and cooking appliances; products that have gained renown, not just for their performance and reliability, but also for their aesthetic appeal.  Reconnection & inspirationAt least part of the appeal of this opportunity comes down to the design of the showrooms themselves. Consciously located in heritage buildings to compliment the history and diversity of the Sub-Zero and Wolf brands, and laid out to invite exploration and engagement, the spaces become indispensable parts of the experience.  So those already familiar with these products – who feel they know what they have to offer and see no need to revisit them – may want to think again, because opportunities like this do not come around often. Put simply, visitors to the Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms can expect something special. They can ready themselves to be engaged, entertained and informed; and they can look forward to seeing an impressive collection of high-end refrigeration, wine storage and cooking appliances presented in their best possible light.  For those in the design community still attempting to reconnect post-COVID, the opening of the showrooms is particularly welcome. It provides them with exactly what they have been missing out on for so long. A demonstration of kitchen design at its finest, a chance to consult with like-mined people who are there to help, and most importantly, a much-needed opportunity for inspiration. The Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms are located at 11 – 19 Bank Place, Melbourne; and 63 Foveaux St, Surry Hills. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm and access is by appointment only. More details are available via the Sub-Zero and Wolf store locator here. Sub Zero and Wolf        The post Reconnection and inspiration at Sub-Zero and Wolf showrooms appeared first on Habitusliving.com. |
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