As Woolloongabba's South City Square inches closer and closer to completion, Pellicano and Perri Projects is announcing the start of construction for its newest element. Stanley House is the lifestyle and living destination's forthcoming build-to-rent apartment building, which will offer residents flexible leasing options and access to hotel-level services and amenities. more
Every time we cruise across the Story Bridge from Kangaroo Point to The Valley, we marvel at the inner-city skyline and its twinkling majesty. A brand-new luxury apartment development from JGL Properties is looking to capitalise on this splendour, with a collection of private four-bedroom, whole-floor apartments planned for Thornton Street in Kangaroo Point. This residential wonder is the result of a collaboration between an architect, a gallerist, an artist and a chef – each instilling a bit of their own magic to create residences that are considered, creative and covetable. more
The largest residential and mixed-use project to hit southern Gold Coast in decades has received DA approval and is set to roll out in a series of stages. more
The much-loved Brisbane Open House event is back again for another year, adapting to these strange times with its inventive Speaker Series program incorporating online design talks and debates. more
At some arbitrary point in time, architects and home builders became obsessed with squares. Sure, they're practical for furniture placement and maximising space, but where's the fun? If you sometimes feel like you're a little bit too extra for this world and possess an appreciation for things that go against the grain, take a squiz at The Bubble House in Karalee. The unique property is accepting expressions of interest so go ahead and book an appointment with your finance people. more
The Brisbane City Council has shared brand-new renderings of its proposed pedestrian and cycling bridge that will connect Kangaroo Point to the Brisbane CBD. In addition to showcasing the expected look of the bridge, the council has also announced that the date of completion has been fast-tracked to 2023. more
If your work day commences when you step foot in the office, you're pretty lucky. More likely, it begins the second you open your eyes – checking emails and making phone calls on the commute to work in an effort to tick off another couple of things on the never ending to-do list. The trade-off for all of this increased efficiency is that often, we miss the journey completely. Think about it, how many times have you arrived at work with absolutely no recollection of the trip? If you're guilty of it (we all are), Brisbane Open House is the perfect opportunity to stop, observe and appreciate some of the amazing architecture and stunning spaces that make this fine city of ours so unique. more
Following the announcement in June about plans to transform Brisbane's Victoria Park Golf Course, the Brisbane City Council has just released five exciting new concepts for the forthcoming 45-hectare public park. more
While the nosh on the plate and the drop in the glass play vital roles, the setting is an often underestimated component of the overall dining experience. These annual awards are shining a spotlight on the importance of a well-designed venue. more
Plans for the redevelopment of an iconic 135-year-old building in Brisbane’s CBD have been released. more
Named in honour of Australia’s first Indigenous parliamentarian – the late Senator Neville Bonner AO – a new pedestrian bridge is set to link both sides of the Brisbane River. more
Inspired by the iconic Les Bains-Douches bathhouse-turned-notorious-nightclub-turned-five-star-designer-hotel in Paris, a chic new apartment building is under construction at 20 Wyandra Street, Newstead. more
Since we first wrote about it back in 2016, we have been waiting with bated breath for Mercedes-Benz Brisbane to unveil its mammoth new lifestyle precinct at Breakfast Creek Wharf. The waterfront haven is set to redefine auto dealerships, bringing together not only a place to check out the merchandise, but also to experience the full luxe lifestyle that comes with owning a Merc. Well, the wait is over – as of Thursday August 1, Mercedes-Benz Brisbane will officially open its brand-new home to the public. Prepare for futuristic technology, world-class dining and so much more. more
A stunning collection of green-ringed luxe apartments is set to sprout in Brisbane by 2020, subject to DA approval. more
QPAC is set to become the largest – and busiest – performing arts centre in the country when its fifth theatre opens the doors in 2022. This month, the Palaszczuk Government has unveiled design details about the new auditorium conceived by principal consultant design team Blight Rayner + Snøhetta. more
A mighty 71 design projects from across Brisbane have been judged, with just 32 shortlisted for the Queensland State Architecture Awards in June. more
Global fashion icon and one of the country’s best-known designers Akira Isogawa has helped guide the next stage of the West Village development in West End. more
With all of the hubbub surrounding the opening of Howard Smith Wharves’ astounding array of eateries, it’s very possible that you’ve missed the erection of some curious structures in the shadow of the cliff wall. The booming precinct has unveiled the first two of a total four bespoke event spaces, each artfully designed to cater for various functions and occasions. more
One of Brisbane’s premier discount shopping destinations is set to see some seriously big improvements in the coming years. A development application has been submitted to overhaul DFO Jindalee, transforming the retail outlet into a destination for far more than just a cheeky bargain. more
If you’re anything like us, you might sometimes like to kill time by scrolling through real estate websites and fawning over the weird and wonderful properties that sometimes pop up on the market. On this day, we have come across something that has stopped our entire team in its tracks – a totally original 1970s family home that truly has to be seen to be believed. The property at 179 Flockton Street in Everton Park has poached our hearts, and with one scroll through the photos you won’t find it hard to see why. more
