Issue 66

Kitchen & Bathroom Issue

Kitchens and bathrooms are, arguably, the most consequential rooms in the home — and almost always the first to be considered. Whether approached through renovation or new build, their design has the power to recalibrate how a home is lived in and experienced. For this issue, our guest editor, Mardi Doherty, principal of Studio Doherty, explores what it truly means to transform these pivotal spaces — and why thoughtful design in kitchens and bathrooms delivers dividends far beyond the purely functional. Her insights both as an architect and as her own client give an open and honest account of the thinking behind creating a home.

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Neolithic Proportions – Introducing Object X

A furniture design duo, Object X, has partnered up with interior designer Kelle Howard to create a range of organic furniture pieces.

Founded by Matt Jamieson and Emma Sweeny, Object X is an up-and-coming design brand located on the Gold Coast. Both Matt and Emma have already established successful businesses, but as passionate creatives are exploring a new venture with furniture.

Their new collection is a partnership with fellow Gold Coast local, interior designer Kelle Howard. The Kelle Howard x Object X collection features seven pieces, designed by Kelle and handcrafted by Matt.

While each piece is a statement in itself, the collection includes two dining tables, a console, two coffee tables and two plinths. An obvious family resemblance, each one features chunky, exaggerated legs with a raw and imperfect top. The rudimentary forms hark back to an almost Neolithic expression.

Texturally and tonally the range is defined by the materiality, being handcrafted in Venetian plaster. While each item is handmade to order locally on the Gold Coast, it is made in a high-quality plaster, sourced directly from Italy. Protecting the natural beauty of the plaster, each item is then sealed to maintain its natural, raw texture. The colour is a natural, earthly palette.

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About the Author

Aleesha Callahan

Aleesha is a design journalist and founder of About Futures, an online publication focused on sustainability and the culture of home. She is the former editor of Habitus (2020-2024) and Indesignlive (2017-2019) and continues to write for Indesign Media Asia Pacific, and various publications and brands in the architecture and design industry. Aleesha brings intimate insight to her stories, having first trained and practised as an interior designer, alongside a passion for mid-century design and architecture, which began while living and working in Berlin.

Neolithic Proportions – Introducing Object X

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