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Perhaps his early study is what inspired his wide-ranging interests in modern art, design, music, graphics and architecture. And perhaps his broad interests are what inspired his unique sense of style that over the years has continually spoken to and attracted the attention of Design Hunters across the globe.
It would come as no surprise then that Raf Simmons regularly engages in interdisciplinary design collaborations. In January 2014, the first Kvadrat/Raf Simons collection made its public debut sparking a long, fruitful and fashionable relationship between the famous designer and iconic textile company that continues to this day.

Over the years Raf has been fascinated by the limitations on the weaving and colouration process for furniture textiles and upholstery that due to the different uses and requirements on the fabric, do not extend to fashion industry textile process. “Because of the dense weave that is needed for furniture, the colouration becomes even more interesting, with almost a painterly impact,” he says.
The most recent release of Kvadrat/Raf Simons upholstery continues the bold exploration in colour for which the collection has become known. At once sophisticated and playful, Raf explores differently textured designs such as long fibred mohairs reminiscent of sheepskin, short pile velour, and soft irregular bouclés.
Whatever one’s interior design needs are, the textiles are designed as contemporary yet timeless pieces; tones weaves and textures that won’t date as we enter future decades. There are bold, neutral and muted colour themes as well as patterns that range from the obvious to the understated.
Kvadrat/Raf Simons kvadratmaharam.com
Photography by Casper Sejersen We think you might also like the Doodles collection by Faye Toogood and cc-tapis








Many know and love Ritzwell for the pillars it began with in 1992, pillars that are still central to the Japanese brand’s DNA today. Fundamentally, Ritzwell’s mission was and remains to create ultra comfortable furniture that exudes aesthetically elegant design. For almost three decades now the design team has met this brief by using high quality materials, exhibiting a meticulous attention to detail (for function as well as form), and drawing from historic Japanese design principles that reference their culture and iconic design aesthetics.
In place of a physical launch at Salone del Mobile this year, Ritzwell has unveiled four new designs digitally, accessing architects, interior designers and Design Hunters with unrivalled immediacy across the globe.
True to form and practice, the Rivage Lounge Chair, MT Bench and Mo Bridge Desk and Stool balance modern design principles and classic Japanese design sensibilities that echo those of Scandinavia. All the while comfort, form and function remain of the utmost importance.

The Rivage Lounge Chair is designed by Atelier D.Q. and evokes mid-century design characteristics alongside a modern, minimalist form. A solid steel frame ensures durability while distinct bow-shaped armrests carved from timber offer comfort. The armrests are available in solid Walnut or solid Oak with a natural, black or white stain finish. As standard, the frame comes in a black powder coated finish. Alternatively an acrylic urethane finish is available in six colours. Fabric or leather upholstery is available pertaining to preference and purpose.
Similarly to the Rivage Lounge Chair, the MT Bench offers a combination of traditional and strikingly contemporary design. At the hands of industrial designer Shinsaku Miyamoto, the slim lines of the slender steel frame are carried through to the flat yet detailed interwoven leather on the seat. However a soft cushion lies underneath so that comfort is not sacrificed. The hard leather is available in black, burgundy, taupe grey, dark brown or vinatge brown while the timber can be specified in solid Walnut or solid Oak.


The desk and stool within the Mo Bridge line, also designed by Shinsaku Miyamoto share the same elegant and sophisticated good looks. The Mo Bridge Desk has tapered, solid timber legs atop which sit a bevelled edges solid timber desk. The timber is available as either solid Walnut or solid Oak in a natural or black or white stain, finished with a decorative yet practical desk pad in thick leather. The stool shares the same tapered timber legs of the desk and mirrors the interwoven leather details of the MT Bench. The stool is available in two sizes (one slightly more elongated than the other), and the same five colour ways as the MT Bench: black, burgundy, taupe grey, vintage brown or dark brown.
Stylecraft stylecraft.com.au




Full CPD-Live Program and Details
Understanding Section J NCC 2019 for Windows and Doors

25 June, 9.00am – 10.00am AEST

“There has been a lot of uncertainty in regards to the Section J update in NCC 2019, this CPD should allow the attendees to start to feel more confident about designing a compliant building.” – Ross Baynham, National Specification Manager, Alspec
Session Synopsis:
This CPD is designed to understand the requirements of Section J NCC 2019 and its implications on Window and Door selections. What are the impacts of different products on overall Façade performance and how they can affect building design.Key Learning Outcomes:
From attending this session participants will learn:- The new requirements for External Facades in NCC 2019
- Understanding the performance of windows and walls
- The impacts of different products on overall facade performance
- The impacts of NCC 2019 on building design

Watermark Compliance Considerations – From A Drainage Perspective

25 June, 10.15 – 11.15am AEST

“On the 1st of June 2020, the ABCB released an update to the 2018 version of WaterMark Technical Specification WMTS-040:2020. This is one of the most significant changes to the specification in recent years – we’ll cover what materials are certified now and what are not” – Troy Creighton, Managing Director, Stormtech
Session Synopsis:
There are major factors that should be considered with bathroom drainage, building compliance and building insurance with WaterMark Certification – Troy explains the implications and also details all of the drainage considerations you should consider in your projects.Key Learning Outcomes:
From attending this session participants will learn about drainage considerations including:- Code requirements
- Practicalities
- Problems
- Design solutions
- Environmental aspects

Wood & Wellbeing

25 June, 11.30am – 12.30pm AEST
Session Synopsis:
How does Wellness & Health impact our working & living lives? With many new buildings under construction, how many of these can be described or certified healthy? Do we know how healthy buildings can lead to positive impacts on both immediate environments both internal and external? If so what are the implications? We need to understand how working spaces will be used and how connected they are to the natural & built environments. Can biophilic design achieve wellness and positive built environment outcomes? Can we achieve a sweet spot of living and working with increased health and wellness? How does timber and the use of timber in built environments achieve these positive outcomes? Are there existing examples of these to educate current design intents? How does the modern and post-COVID design paradigms allow us to eliminate a dichotomy of health & wellness with built environments?Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand what wellbeing is and why it matters
- Understand what is meant by ‘Healthy Buildings’ and ‘Healthy Materials’
- Explore the connection between wood and wellbeing
- Look to the future of wood & wellbeing

Specifying Hardwoods with Confidence

25 June, 1.00pm – 2.00pm AEST

We’re looking forward to sharing the latest technical developments from around the world that will provide architects with all they need to make an informed choice when specifying timber in their projects” – Rod Wiles, Director, American Hardwood Export Council Oceania.
Session Synopsis:
The aim of this presentation is to give architects and designers an understanding of where American hardwoods come from, what they are, what their environmental credentials and impact are and how to use them and specify them realistically.Key Learning Outcomes:
- Assess and integrate construction systems and materials consistent with the project brief
- Evaluate design options against values of physical, environmental and cultural contexts
- Apply creative imagination and aesthetic judgement to produce coherent design
- Investigate and integrate appropriate material selection for the project design

Hydration In The Workplace Specification Considerations 2020

25 June, 2.15 – 3.15pm AEST

Session Synopsis:
This session is intended to provide Designers with a comprehensive overview of the areas that effect the specification of plumbed in boiling and chilled drinking water appliances in the workplace. This seminar will focus on four key areas: Client Needs, Product Selection & types, Water Filtration, Installation More Details Here
Jackson House by Daryl Jackson, Mornington Peninsula










The architects respond to the descending landscape with a series of loosely connected pavilions in a gentle caravanserai across the site.

The three pavilions are functionally specific – sleeping, bathing, living – with each framing a central courtyard.







With a record breaking 472 this year the Inde.Awards we saw a ten per cent increase from 2019. We received submissions from all across the region and with the diversity and impressive quality of the entries it has raised the design bar to yet another level. Indesign Media Asia Pacific CEO and Juror, Raj Nandan, praised the innovative and progressive nature of entries to the INDE.Awards this year. “The 2020 Official Shortlist is a reminder of the breadth of talent and expertise of the architecture and design professionals that exists in our region. The diversity and outstanding creativity of projects received this year was truly exceptional,” he said, adding that, “ We applaud all who entered the Awards, congratulate those who have been shortlisted and look forward to celebrating our 2020 Winners alongside our peers, supporters and stakeholders at the INDE.Awards celebration on the 14th August.” With projects submitted from a total of 14 countries the diversity was unparalleled. Architects and designers participating in this years INDE.Awards came from Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.“The projects were fantastic this year. The diversity of talent and range of expertise was a joy to review. I am also impressed with the caliber of projects from such places as Thailand. There was some very elegant work!”
– INDE.Awards Juror, Shashi Caan
As entries to the 2020 INDE.Awards represented the diversity of the Indo-Pacific region so too did our esteemed jury who came from all corners of the world bringing a global insight and expertise to the judging process. We would like to thank the sixteen members of this year’s INDE.Awards jury. Winners of the 2020 INDE.Awards will be announced on August 14th and we look forward to sharing this very special occasion with everyone. In the meantime, congratulations to the shortlisters!“There were some very inspiring entries. The focus, particularly in The Building category, on distilling the essence of the brief into high quality, reductive design solutions that were carefully considered from a sustainable point of view, was, at times, breath-taking and exciting.”
– INDE.Awards Judge, Leone Lorrimer
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[gallery size="medium" ids="102365,102361,102367,102371,102368,102362,102363,102369,102360,102370,102364,102366"] Albert Park Office and Depot, Harrison and White with Archier, Australia Anti Chamber, Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute, Taiwan Australian Unity, Bates Smart, Australia CBA Axle, South Eveleigh, Woods Bagot, Australia Hallmarc Offices Collins Street, Hallmarc with Malcolm Elliott Architecture, Australia IDIN Architects Office, IDIN Architects, Thailand Munupi Art Centre Workshop, Kaunitz Yeung Architecture with Di Emme Creative Solutions, Australia Norton Rose Fulbright Sydney, Carr, Australia South Terrace Mezzanine House, Philip Stejskal Architecture, Australia The Launch Pad, The Studio* Collaborative, Australia The Work Project – Asia Square, Hassell, Singapore Treasury Wine Estates Melbourne, Carr, AustraliaThe Shopping Space | Proudly partnered by Zip Water
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David Flack & Mark Robinson Flack Studio Australia Goy Zhenru, Dessy Anggadewi & Sam Loetman Goy Architects Singapore, Indonesia & Thailand Phillip Nielsen & Aaron Nicholls Regional Design Service Australia Rafael Arsono & Margareta Miranti Rafael Miranti Architects IndonesiaThe Luminary | Proudly partnered by Verosol
Andra Matin Andramatin Indonesia Jonathan Richards and Kirsten Stanisich Richards Stanisich Australia Juan Du IDU and The University of Hong Kong’s Urban Ecologies Design Lab Hong Kong Ross Gardam Ross Gardam Australia abcMatt Blatt is infamous amongst members of the architecture and design industry. Since foundation in 1981 by Adam Drexler many have taken issue with its business model selling replica furniture to knowing and unknown consumers alike. Herman Miller even sued the company in 2011 - unsuccessfully in case you missed it.
Despite the controversy the national retailer was going strong with 12 brick-and-mortar stores across Australia, an e-commerce site and a strong advertising and marketing presence. Until recently that is, alongside Myer, Target and David Jones, Matt Blatt is officially one of the retail industry’s biggest COVID-19 casualties.
Drexler is also the director of Badam Trading Co., the company that owned Matt Blatt, and chose in late March to close all 12 of the Matt Blatt retail stores.
“We felt that with all shops closed, and no income, no sales, it would be a hard slog to recover,” said Adam Drexler to Inside Retail in an article written by Heather McIlvaine and published online 8 April. “I personally believe that things won’t return to normal. There will be a big recession for many years, and that’s when a lot of companies will struggle.”
Matt Blatt is undergoing liquidation by David Solomons of Sydney firm dVT Group. Solomons was appointed liquidator by Drexler 22 May.
It is understood that at the time of collapse $11million was owed to creditors, $4million to another company under the Badam Trading Co. umbrella, $1million to the tax office and $600,000 to staff.
Although revenue was up by 8.5 percent in FY18 compared to FY17, the cost of wages, rent and freight has reportedly resulted in a year-on-year decrease in before-tax profit by a balking 82.3 per cent.

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