Summer has arrived and we are ready to soak up the season and all of its balmy goodness – whether its beach visits, buckets of prawns or lazing around the house with the cricket playing in the background. Helping us to have some fun in the sun is Amart, which has just released a sleek new outdoor entertaining collection that is summer-party proof. more
There's something pretty special coming to the coast, which you may have already seen while driving through Broadbeach. Located on Broadbeach Island, within the world-class integrated resort at The Star Gold Coast, the brand-new Dorsett Gold Coast heralds the beginning of Dorsett Hospitality International’s bold expansion across Australia, with three more hotels scheduled to open in capital cities in the coming years. The statuesque Dorsett Gold Coast is swinging open its doors on Boxing Day to kick off a summer spent enjoying the finer things in life. more
One of life's biggest milestones is buying a house and being in the position to design one's dream home is a pretty great achievement. When it comes down to the nitty gritty, we think its best to leave it with the professionals. Luxury home designer Metricon has been building homes for more than 40 years and its newest design, The Riviera, blends this rich history with contemporary living and lavish extras. more
Brisbane's accommodation offering has grown exponentially over the past decade and the hotel industry will only continue to flourish in the years to come. Enter formidable hospitality player Accor, which has just announced that it will be bringing its celebrated Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts brand to Brisbane. The forthcoming Spring Hill hotel promises to be a hub of comfort, style and decadent extras – including a free daily chocolate hour for guests. more
James Street's plethora of attention-grabbing restaurant openings have understandably dominated headlines this year, but an under-the-radar revitalisation project taking place towards the strip's New Farm end might cap off 2021 as James Street's most remarkable addition. Miss Midgley's is the brainchild of a mother-daughter tandem that is reimagining and revitalising one of Brisbane's oldest buildings, transforming a near-160-year-old structure into a set of hip apartment-style lodgings that meld heritage elements with contemporary functionality and aesthetics. This one-of-a-kind undertaking is looking to open before Christmas – here's what you can expect ... more
Kangaroo Point is gaining another jewel in its design crown with the arrival of Skye by Pikos, a luxury 200-million-dollar development from Pikos Property Group. If you're eager take a gander inside this extravagant apartment building, then today is your lucky day ... more
One of the most enticing traits of Brisbane is our city's abundance of scenic walkways. There is no better way to kick off your day than with a stroll by the riverside and one of our favourite places to do this is around Breakfast Creek. Soon, we’ll be able to make tracks a little further, as final designs for a proposed Breakfast Creek green bridge connecting Newstead to Albion have been lodged for approval. more
Neuroarchitecture is the visionary union of two very different disciplines – neuroscience and architecture. The merging of the two can deliver buildings and spaces that put an emphasis on wellbeing and create healthier living environments. Brisbane is set to gain its first neuroarchitecture residential building in the form of Altura, an awe-inspiring 22-storey building coming to West Village. Read on to find out about this innovative project ... more
I think fashion is a soft entry (what I call it) into a conversation that maybe hasn’t been had in the past, to learn about how diverse we are as first people ...~ Grace Lillian Lee more
Discovering Brisbane gems hidden from plain sight is one of our favourite pastimes – whether it be concealed laneway cafes, secret staircases that lead to bustling bars or usually unnoticed heritage buildings. So when we stumbled upon news of a secret rooftop garden, we just knew we had to share it with you, dear readers. Without further ado, here is a sneak peek in to The Calile Hotel's Rooftop Garden. more
Brisbane's inner-north is on a trajectory that's pointed steeply upward. Market Developments – the crew behind anticipated Albion dining and lifestyle hub Craft'd Grounds – has just scored council approval to begin works on Lamington Markets one suburb over in Lutwyche. This ambitious retail precinct aims to bring food, living, commercial and public transport facilities together into one impressive whole, and will boast one of the city's largest indoor-market halls, an urban rooftop garden and restaurant, a craft brewery, boutique cinema, commercial spaces and two towers of residential apartments. Here's what we know ... more
Following a huge (and loud) demand for residences in Ascot Green and across South East Queensland, Australian property group Mirvac has lodged a development application for a new 14-level subtropical-inspired apartment building at its Ascot Green community on Eagle Farm Racecourse. Topped with a private rooftop sanctuary that boasts panoramic city and track views, this is one luxe apartment block worth racing to have a look at. more
Last year, Brisbane City Council revealed exciting new concepts for the forthcoming 64-hectare public park at Victoria Park. Now, the golf course has closed, signalling the first step of a huge transformation process for the area. more
Crystalbrook Collection, one Australia's leading independent hospitality groups, has bolstered its range of hotels with the recent acquisition of Howard Smith Wharves landmark The Fantauzzo. Now known as Crystalbrook Vincent, the 166-room accommodation spot retains the eye-catching charm and creative energy of its namesake, artist Vincent Fantauzzo, while enhancing its focus on sustainability. more
The Brisbane City Council has shared brand-new renderings of its proposed pedestrian and cycling bridge that will connect Kangaroo Point to Brisbane City. In addition to showcasing the expected look of the bridge, the council has also announced that the project has the potential to include an overwater restaurant, bar and event space. more
Since the pandemic was declared, people have been flocking to Brisbane in droves. This may be due to the slightly more affordable price tag, our city's burgeoning cultural scene or maybe people are just finally waking up and realising Brisbane is the best city to live in (we are not bias, at all). To meet the huge demand for homes, Brookfield Residential Properties is fast-tracking the release of its newest 144-million riverfront apartment development in Hamilton – Rivello. Here's the lowdown on the huge project ... more
Located in the heart of Newstead at 57 Skyring Terrace, Quay is the latest chapter in development group Mirvac’s $1 billion Waterfront Newstead community. River views, prime location and excellent amenities are just some of the drawing cards of the project, which has already sparked interest from prospective buyers with more than 50 percent of apartments in the $180 million residential project sold. Here's a closer look inside ... more
Sure, the temps may be low and it's harder with each passing morning to escape our toasty beds but we're calling it – winter is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors. If you're up for a spot of adventure, Tiny Away's small homes make for the ideal getaway. The company's latest tiny house, Kookaburra Cabin, is ideally situated on a property just 90 minutes out of Brisbane and is its first off-grid offering in Queensland. more
It's said that the Earth without art is simply 'eh'. Memes aside, art possesses the incredible ability to make you feel something just by looking at it – it's emotive and yet, entirely subjective. There's no one-size-fits-all approach to art and that's what makes it special. If your walls are looking a little bare, FINEPRINT co has opened the doors to a stunning new showroom at The Marine Village at Sanctuary Cove. The studio specialises in high-end contemporary art prints for your abode, so go ahead and start visualising where to hang all of your newly acquired pieces! more
With a change of seasons nigh, we think it's high time to do a bit of a redesign when it comes to our home's interiors. Shopping for your sanctuary will be a little bit easier – and a whole lot more luxe – with the arrival of Markian in New Farm, a designer and distributor of quality bespoke furniture, lavish interior objects, rugs and fine art. more
It’s a well-known story – you decide to level up your dining experience by growing your own produce and fall into the trap of thinking that maybe this time your plants won’t die from neglect. Fast forward a few weeks and all you have is a withered mess to clean up and you find yourself (yet again) reaching for the plastic-wrapped supermarket substitute. Sound familiar? Never fear, friends, because we may have the solution for you to become a green thumb – it’s called Micropod. more
