Milan Design Guide
Milan became a global design hub throughout the 20th century, especially during the post-war period, when architects, designers, manufacturers and cultural institutions shaped modern Italian design.
Figtree Hemp House by Balanced Earth Architects
Through passive design principles and bio-based materials, including hempcrete, lime render and timber, this family home was thoughtfully embedded within its natural surroundings, inviting a broader conversation about healthy homes and natural building principles.
The Day After House by TAKK
Shaped by the climatic conditions of its surrounding landscape and a series of programatic interventions, this family home introduces environmental conscious design strategies and reinterprets conventional domestic organisation.
Amorphous Objects by Luna Haverkorn
This project explores how insights from psychological patterns can inform the development of design objects, encouraging human interaction.
Peltchair by Lilian van Daal and Studio Synergy
This project explores nature informed strategies on how energy can be generated from passive body heat and translated into illuminated design outcomes.
Compound - Designing a Material Future from the Ocean
Driven by a desire to rethink the materials we use every day, this Melbourne-based start-up is exploring whether regenerative alternatives can replace conventional resources. At the heart of its research is seaweed, a versatile natural material with promising potential.
Lilian van Daal - Biomimicry Design
Through her biomimetic approach, Lilian van Daal collaborates with scientists and researchers to study, imitate and adapt natural structures.
Heide Museum of Modern Art
A place where art, landscape and cultural memory converge, Heide Museum of Modern Art stands as a significant contribution to the story of Modern and Contemporary Art in Australia, while continuing to shape and influence its cultural scene.