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Postcards from Cuba

There is something timeless about a well dressed young man/gent and photographer Greg Swales and Stylist Joseph Eposcopo headed to Cuba capturing the spirit of youth, summer and exploration. Given that we are entering summer in Australia I thought I’d share “Postcards from Cuba”, taken from T.I for mens' 2013 summer campaign. with the fellas captured walking in the streets of Havana playing the part...

Chi & Co

This cheeky eatery located in the Canley Heights hot spot that is know to the locals as "the Strip" is the perfect combination of big, bold and playful.  In an effort to push the boundaries of Sydney's typical western suburbs Asian eateries, Chi & Co have taken a lighthearted approach to the interior which we are loving. The custom manga-style graphic along the dining wall...

Summer time love Sweden

The Summer house at Lagnö in the Stockholm archipelago designed by Tham & Videgard architects seems to defy the laws of gravity. The building sits on the border between a forest and the coast line making for the perfect weekender. Location aside a sequence of interconnected pitched roofs made of natural cast concrete create interior spaces of varying size and heights. Small rooms for entrance, bath,...

The POD

Although I have never stayed in a pod-style hotel there is certainly something that is rather cool about them. Is it the voyeuristic open end of each pod or just the simplicity of the idea a place to rest without the all bells and whistles that come with hotels. What ever the reason Pod style hotels are a hot trend especially in Singapore in contemporary...

Boston Love

Set behind not one but two handsome Bostonian facades this generous family home is the culmination of the owners’ sheer perseverance. Having spent years acquiring the individual apartments that made up the two buildings they were eventually in a position to join them together and create their dream home. Bringing on board architects Dell Mitchell and interior designer Thad Hayes, the gracious house provides a...

Brazilian beauty …

Located in a residential area close to the Paranoa Lake in Brasília this family home by Domo Architects aim was to create maximum integration for socializing under one BIG roof. The roof together with the two side walls forms a “portico” that shades the interiors and part of the exterior spaces of the house. The internal spaces are distributed in different positions, either advanced or...

the tree snake

Inspired by the challenge of creating an object that could recreate the fantasy of a tree house. The "tree snake house" project by Luís Rebelo de Andrade architects was developed in partnership with the Modular System Company and Tiago Rebelo de Andrade . The idea was to get an object that would be far removed from the orthogonality and  pre-established concepts associated with the modular...

It’s a small WORLD.

It seems appropriate that in this world where space is at a premium that I should feature a space saving design. The clever folk at illDesign have created a chic solution to adding extra space and better utility to this small apartment. Dubbed “The Living Cube,” the unit incorporates a guest bed on top accessed via a ladder with shelving on the open side to...

Adam Cruickshank Australia

Award winning design, craftsmanship and a common sensitivity towards the environment and it's materials is Adam Cruickshank’s mantra. His designs are characterised by his innovative methods of using timber, resulting in unique furniture and lighting solutions. Specializng as a Furniture Designer/Maker, Adam currently works as a designer in Perth, Australia. His existing body of work can be found in various private collections across the country....

Bilder and De Clercq

Do you hate having to buy so many ingredients when cooking just for yourself?  Finally a food store with a difference! Bilder and De Clercq located in Amsterdam has designed an entire store where all the ingredients are offered in the exact amount for either one or two people. A simple concept and a simple clean interior to bring it to life.  We love the...