Emma-Kate Wilson

Emma-Kate Wilson is a Sydney-based contemporary art and design writer. Her writing examines current trends in global interior design and architecture; as well as the broader cultural impact of art and design. After moving to Australia in 2013 from the UK, the writer has immersed herself in the visual language of the country — specialising in designers’ and artists’ pursuit of creative practice.

Stories By Emma-Kate Wilson

A Four-Storey Jigsaw Puzzle In Inner-City Jakarta

Undoubtedly the biggest issues facing city-based architects are around space. However, AGo Architects prove that even in compact areas you don’t always need as much as you may think.

Bringing Sustainable Design To The Heart Of Jakarta

Founded in 2018, Jakarta-based architecture firm, AGo Architects take sustainable living to advanced levels as it seeks out how to maximise space and materials for healthy living.

An Architectural Nod To The Culture Of Uluwatu, Bali

Alexis Dornier honours timber and the surf history of Uluwatu in Aperture House, a passively designed building that embodies the architect’s theory of tropical-tectonic design.

NRN Architects Offers A Unique Spin For Sustainable Architecture Through Collective Design

Originating as a father-daughter duo, NRN Architects have worked on over 50 projects that focus on sustainability as a way of living – from inner Melbourne to rural Gippsland – since starting up the business in 2012.

In Line With The Spirit Of Chinese Traditional Gardens

Blending the traditional Chinese garden with modern working spaces, The Garden Island Courtyard Renewal from epos architecture immerses the user into passive nature.

The 6-Star Green Star Art Gallery, Sydney Modern Has Started Construction

On 7 November 2019, the project of Pritzker Prize-winning architecture and design firm SANAA, Sydney Modern – the long-discussed Art Gallery of NSW extension – finally began construction over two decommissioned WWII naval oil tanks in Sydney’ Domain.

Finding A Secret Garden In The Heart Of Paddington

Paddington Courtyard House by Aileen Sage Architects reinvents the Victorian terrace with a dominating internal courtyard.

Nicholas Gurney Uses Design Thinking In Compact Spaces To Maximum Effect

Nicholas Gurney is a designer who considers minimal living a testament to his design practice through maximising space and materials.

An Art Deco, Inner-City Living Dream Apartment By Retallack Thompson

A Potts Point renovation by Retallack Thompson Architects is an example of contemporary, inner-city living with details throughout that remember the historical context of the street.

A Voluminous And Organic Home Set In A Subtropical Garden

Homage to Oscar is a classic piece of 1960s modernist architecture brought back to life by updating and finishing the original home by George Reeves.

A Narrow Terrace Is A Welcome Challenge For Michael Cumming Architect

This Surry Hills Terrace from Michael Cumming Architect takes inspiration from the local Café lifestyle, with bright yellow awnings and indoor/outdoor zones that blend together.

The Tokyo Digital Art Musuem

The Toyko Digital Art Museum is brought to you by the Tokyo-based art collective teamLab and Japanese developers, Mori Building Co. They take a borderless approach to art and architecture in an immersive experience.

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Emma-Kate Wilson

Stories By Emma-Kate Wilson

A Four-Storey Jigsaw Puzzle In Inner-City Jakarta

Bringing Sustainable Design To The Heart Of Jakarta

An Architectural Nod To The Culture Of Uluwatu, Bali

NRN Architects Offers A Unique Spin For Sustainable Architecture Through Collective Design

In Line With The Spirit Of Chinese Traditional Gardens

The 6-Star Green Star Art Gallery, Sydney Modern Has Started Construction

Finding A Secret Garden In The Heart Of Paddington

Nicholas Gurney Uses Design Thinking In Compact Spaces To Maximum Effect

An Art Deco, Inner-City Living Dream Apartment By Retallack Thompson

A Voluminous And Organic Home Set In A Subtropical Garden

A Narrow Terrace Is A Welcome Challenge For Michael Cumming Architect

The Tokyo Digital Art Musuem