Architecture
Dive right in to the coast's new creative design den, The Ocean Club
Design

Dive right in to the coast’s new creative design den, The Ocean Club

06 Oct 2021

There's something uniquely special – and terrifying – about coming up with a completely out-of-the-box idea. On one hand, you're creating something super exciting that's brand-new in the space. On the other hand, there's nobody that you can look to for guidance as what you're creating hasn't been done before. The inspiring duo behind The Ocean Club know this feeling all too well – however, the long slog to get here has well and truly paid off. What Madison and Reuben, creative directors behind The Ocean Club, have achieved is a dreamy new design space, bringing something completely unique to the Gold Coast. more

Architecture
Get a taste of the rural life with Tiny Away's first Queensland tiny house
Design

Get a taste of the rural life with Tiny Away’s first Queensland tiny house

11 Jun 2021

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

Architecture
Live out your futuristic dreams with this totally extra Bubble House
Design

Live out your futuristic dreams with this totally extra Bubble House

19 Aug 2020

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

Architecture
Gold Coast Open House gives you the keys to the city
Design

Gold Coast Open House gives you the keys to the city

10 Oct 2019

As locals, we're often so focussed on getting from A to B that we don’t stop and take in our surroundings to appreciate just how far this fabulous city has come. So, consider Gold Coast Open House your chance to slow down, enjoy and revel in the evolution of architecture on the Gold Coast by getting a tour of some of the city’s most iconic spaces. The event, held on Saturday October 19, will see 56 interesting spaces – some of which are generally closed to the public – opened up for just one day for your viewing pleasure. more

Architecture
A new chapter – HOTA's main gallery closes to make way for the city's new home for visual arts
Design

A new chapter – HOTA’s main gallery closes to make way for the city’s new home for visual arts

16 May 2019

After more than 33 years, HOTA's original art gallery, which has seen more than 1.24 million visitors through the doors and around 700 exhibitions, has closed its doors to the public, heralding a thrilling new chapter for the city's arts hub. The Main Gallery's closure is another step in the evolution of HOTA's spectacular new $60.5-million purpose-built six-level gallery, which is set to open in early 2021. more

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Architecture
Jayson Pate Design is a poet among architects
Design

Jayson Pate Design is a poet among architects

05 Mar 2015

The striking facades and stunning interiors of The Fish House in Burleigh Heads, Hellenika in Nobby Beach and Vivre a Vie in Mermaid Beach have injected some urban chic into the Gold Coast’s cityscape and are the work of local company, Jayson Pate Design. more