Interiors
Meet your maker – Artisan craft and design studio makes the move to King Street
Design

Meet your maker – Artisan craft and design studio makes the move to King Street

19 Apr 2018

When it comes to the Brisbane, there are some pretty iconic names floating around that have played an integral part in shaping our unique arts and culture landscape. One of these names is Artisan, the not-for-profit organisation that has been dedicated to supporting and promoting contemporary craft and design practice for both makers and their audiences since 1970. Following a 20-year stint on the Brunswick Street strip, Artisan is heading to a brand-new home at the thriving King Street precinct. more

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Films al fresco – Brisbane is on track to get a permanent outdoor cinema
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Films al fresco – Brisbane is on track to get a permanent outdoor cinema

12 Apr 2018

When it comes to pop-up outdoor movie facilities, Brisbane is well versed in the matter. We’ve had wildly popular showings at the Moonlight Cinema, Sunset Cinema and Openair Cinema, proving that the love for watching movies by starlight is very real. After seeing the success that these ephemeral theatres have had in activating our city’s green spaces, Brisbane City Council has put forward a development application that could see a permanent outdoor cinema built in the inner-north. more

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Good nights (and mornings) – fall in love with linen bedding and sleepwear from Deiji Studios
Design

Good nights (and mornings) – fall in love with linen bedding and sleepwear from Deiji Studios

12 Apr 2018

Real talk – nothing nourishes the soul like a damn good night’s sleep. Heck, we’ll even throw a daytime nap into the ring! The point is, us human beings spend a lot of our time in bed – so it makes sense that we should treat ourselves to the best bedding and sleepwear available. If you appreciate a snooze like no other, Deiji Studios will up your sleep game with its dreamy linen wares. more

Property
Albion’s train station set to receive a substantial redevelopment
Design

Albion’s train station set to receive a substantial redevelopment

05 Apr 2018

The inner-north precinct bracketed by Mawarra Street and Albion and Hudson Roads will be redeveloped as part of a new project led by Geon Property. The Albion Train Station Precinct Development will see roughly $750 million invested across a range of updates, including accessibility, retail and commercial uses and enhancement of public spaces. more

Property
Eagle Street Pier gets closer to a substantial $1.4-billion makeover
Design

Eagle Street Pier gets closer to a substantial $1.4-billion makeover

29 Mar 2018

Already positioned as one of Brisbane’s preeminent dining areas, Eagle Street Pier is making arrangements to cement its appeal long into the future. The Palaszczuk Government has given the go-ahead for property group Dexus to advance to the next stage of its proposal to transform Eagle Street Pier precinct into a world-class waterfront leisure hub. more

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Hello, darling – meet the Gold Coast’s new luxury hotel and rooftop restaurant
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Hello, darling – meet the Gold Coast’s new luxury hotel and rooftop restaurant

29 Mar 2018

Boy, our sunny southern neighbours sure have a lot going on at the moment. In case you’re not following the news on our Gold Coast site (which you can do right here), some seriously large openings have happened in the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games. As fans of a cheeky southern sojourn we were particularly excited by the news of The Darling and Nineteen at The Star, a brand-new luxury hotel and its accompanying rooftop venue respectively. The wait is over, the doors are open and we are thrilled to start planning our next holiday to check it all out! more

Interiors
Treat every day like it’s a Public Holiday with these rad graphic ceramics
Design

Treat every day like it’s a Public Holiday with these rad graphic ceramics

22 Mar 2018

There’s something so satisfying about ceramics – it’s always such a thrill looking at a beautifully crafted bowl or sipping from a cute mug and imagining that it was once just a ball of clay. Seeing the beautiful finished product from an outside perspective, it’s hard to believe that clay is such an unforgiving mistress to work with. When it comes to Sydney label more

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Not so common – James Street is getting an exclusive new food and retail precinct
Design

Not so common – James Street is getting an exclusive new food and retail precinct

01 Mar 2018

Ask anyone in Brisbane for an example of a premium lifestyle precinct and James St will undoubtedly be the first thing to spring to mind. James St is more than just an address – the premium retail and lifestyle destination is a whole brand, darling. Those fond of a wander down the promenade may have recently spotted a sign in the vacant lot at the beginning of the street eluding to something called James St Commons coming soon – we’re here to shed a light on exactly what you can expect from the new space. more

The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Zana Wright
Our surroundings become no longer just ‘scenery’ to be gazed upon and enjoyed, but can be read as a set of resources which can become food, shelter, or fibre for making usable objects ... ~ Zana Wright more
Interiors
Good Grief! The dotty handmade ceramics we're swooning over
Design

Good Grief! The dotty handmade ceramics we’re swooning over

22 Feb 2018

When you hear the phrase ‘good grief’, odds are your mind wanders to either Charles Schultz’s comic creation Charlie Brown or the sometimes-unavoidable emotion of total exasperation. The words also happen to lend themselves quite well to the unforgiving nature of handmade ceramics, which is part of the reason Newcastle-based creative Jen Lanz decided to name her brand for it. Combining attention-demanding textures with unmistakeable craftsmanship, Good Grief Ceramics is one dreamy brand that connects the admirer to the maker. more

Product
Doveton Fletcher knives are a cut above the rest
Design

Doveton Fletcher knives are a cut above the rest

15 Feb 2018

Food and design are two things that go remarkably well together. Each discipline leans against the other and they coexist as fundamental to one another. As the son of a shoemaker and a restaurant owner, former animator and current professional knifemaker Todd Neale was raised to respect both of the passions that fuelled his parents’ careers – and now kitchens across the country are reaping the benefits in the form of Doveton Fletcher knives. more

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Feast and frolic under the stars at Peters Rooftop in West Village
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Feast and frolic under the stars at Peters Rooftop in West Village

08 Feb 2018

As we inch ever closer to the completion of West Village, we’re catching glimpses of some of the ingenious ways the old Peters Ice Cream Factory is being given new life. For the latest stage, we’re being given more than just a little peek. The Peters Rooftop is a schmick new event space situated on top of the iconic building, giving patrons a chance to take in stunning views before restorations progress in May. more

Architecture
Dining by design – Martha St Village looks to locals for retail suggestions
Design

Dining by design – Martha St Village looks to locals for retail suggestions

01 Feb 2018

Any local politician or development company will tell you, swaying public opinion is one of the toughest parts of the job. We’re fiercely protective of our neighbourhoods, so much so that we’ve got no problem voicing our opinion when any new arrival sets roots in our cul-de-sacs. Marquee Developments – the team behind new development Martha St Village – has decided to include the Coorparoo and Camp Hill populace in its decision making, inviting community input on what restaurants, cafes and bars should feature in the precinct’s retail line-up. more

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Alcyone Hotel Residences is a shining star in Hamilton's atmosphere
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Alcyone Hotel Residences is a shining star in Hamilton’s atmosphere

01 Feb 2018

When it comes to the hotel life, striking the right balance between freedom to do what you want and the total luxury of being taken care of is pretty tricky. In the words of the girl from the Old El Paso ads, “Why don’t we have both?” Hamilton has been gifted a stunning blend of lifestyle and luxe with a local focus in the form of Alcyone Hotel Residences, a shining addition to the Portside precinct. more

Property
News Corp announces Millennium Square – a large-scale urban renewal project for Bowen Hills
Design

News Corp announces Millennium Square – a large-scale urban renewal project for Bowen Hills

11 Jan 2018

The coming years are going to see some pretty big changes in Brisbane. The latest in a long list of massive property announcements will see Bowen Hills transforming into Brisbane’s information centre. News Corp Australia has shared details of a new $2-billion precinct, set to house a 'world-class media and innovation hub' and a range of amenities in the heart of Bowen Hills. more

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Holy sheet! more than ever makes bedtime even better
Design

Holy sheet! more than ever makes bedtime even better

04 Jan 2018

The beginning of a new year is a great time to reflect and make changes big and small that can improve your quality of life. While many of us are signing up to the gym and picking up a few new cookbooks, changing up our bedding situation is a resolution most people never consider. Bed linen label more than ever is a Queensland-based brand that is giving us the chance to ensure we sleep soundly all year with a range of bedding to match your personality. more

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Collaboration and creation collide for The Cove Workspace’s Curated event series
Design

Collaboration and creation collide for The Cove Workspace’s Curated event series

14 Dec 2017

When it comes to the design and creative industries, one of the most beneficial things you can do is take the time to learn from your peers. It’s a bloody tough slog out there in the industry, so taking on the wisdom and advice from those who are killing it in their field is pretty much a no-brainer. Rather than go for a dry boardroom-style approach, The Cove Workspace decided to hold a series of events to put the fun back into learning and networking. Running from December 11–22, Curated will bring together some of the brightest minds in the business for your information and pleasure. more