The Sunshine Coast Council has endorsed a masterplan by Australian architect firm Hassell, which will see the transformation of 65 hectares of farmland into an eco park and wildlife refuge. Early visuals and plans reveal the design for the Sunshine…
Climate-neutral, Sydney-born brand Mud Australia is making waves over here in the UK with the opening of its new retail store in Marylebone Lane, London. The new store, showcasing a range of the company’s handmade porcelain products, follows in the…
Coppin Dockray has revealed its plans to build three, low-impact timber and chalk houses in a constrained and ecologically sensitive disused chalk quarry site in Surrey, UK. The abandoned chalk pit site is owned by a family who arrived in…
Three new, stylish taps from Duravit have been launched, including the gently dynamic Wave, pared-back Circle, and distinctive Manhattan, to offer a versatile mix of options for any contemporary bathroom. With these brassware collections, Duravit expands its offering and delivers…
Every year the RIBA recognises and honours the best new homes in the UK, and the RIBA House of the Year longlist 2023 announcement has spotlighted some of the most inspiring architectural typography and sustainable projects. The longlist features 20…
A must-visit for designers, architects, and developers alike, the Sustainable Design China Summit 2023 has revealed the highlights to expect from its upcoming event. The Sustainable Design China Summit will take place at the Beijing Exhibition Centre from 21st-23rd September…
Setting a new benchmark in sustainable luxury, the newly opened 1 Hotel Mayfair is designed as an urban oasis, featuring an awe-inspiring Rainforest living chandelier in its reception area. The mission-driven hotel, which opened its doors in July 2023, comprises…
“Craftsmanship to me is an accumulation of passion and trial and error. There is a strong element of attention to detail and traditional techniques, but also modern design sensibilities.” Sophie Sellu, designer-maker and founder at Grain & Knot. After taking…
Welcome to Enki’s Eco Edit: August 2023, our monthly sustainable lifestyle news series which will round-up our curated selection of the best eco-friendly brands, shopping ideas, and places to visit. This month, we discover a summer inspiration from a immersive…
Balancing historical integrity with modern design interventions, Of Architecture has completed a Victorian beach house renovation in Newquay. In order to forge a connection between the 19th century house and the present-day beach town, the architects employed a subtractive approach.…
In a rethinking of the traditional brick, Eco Outdoor has expanded its range with the launch of Mano Bricks, a handcrafted collection made using raw and natural materials. The name Mano, the Italian word for hand, reflects the artisan craftsmanship…
Villa Vipp Puglia, a whitewashed countryside retreat that emerges from the beautiful Pugliese countryside, is the latest guesthouse opening from Danish brand Vipp. It’s an offer that’s hard to refuse – spending a night amongst centuries-old olive groves, overlooking the…
The major exhibition Atmospheric Memory is premiering in Australia at Powerhouse Ultimo, revealing a multi-sensory experience created by Mexican-Canadian artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer. BAFTA award-winning artist Lozano-Hemmer has dreamed up an interactive environment, which was inspired by the writing of 19th…
James Gorst Architects has adopted a fabric-first and passive design approach to the build of a timber-framed temple complex in rural Hampshire. The practice was commissioned by White Eagle Lodge, a non-denominational multi-faith spiritual organisation, to craft a building that…
Calling on the worldwide design community to unite, Design For Planet Festival returns (from 17th – 18th October 2023) for its third edition and will champion design innovation and advocacy in the face of the climate crisis. This year’s theme…
