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2021 Australian Interior Design Award winners: Flack Studio triumphs

Flack Studio's incredible Middle Park project
Flack Studio's incredible Middle Park project. Photography: Anson Smart

Presented as a virtual livestream, the 2021 Australian Interior Designer Awards were handed down last week – an online event that saw the country’s best architects and interior designers tune in to celebrate the esteemed program that is now in its 18th year.

And while the awards featured many categories, it’s the Residential Design and Residential Decoration categories that piqued our interest and, this year, some ah-mazing projects took out top gongs.

Bellows House
Architects EAT’s beautifully resolved Bellows House was a joint winner of the ‘Best Residential Design’ category. Photography: Derek Swalwell

The award for Residential Design was jointly awarded to Architects EAT for Bellows House (VIC) and Flack Studio for its work on Potts Point (NSW).

Of the stunning Bellows House, the jury noted that “it’s a resolved space that integrates the interior with the architecture, giving rise to a series of spaces that are dramatic, theatrical and extremely liveable.” The jurors felt the design was rather atypical and saw it as a creative reinterpretation of 20th century architectural design.

Bellows House. Photography: Derek Swalwell
Bellows House. Photography: Derek Swalwell

Flack Studio’s Potts Point was dually awarded – it took out the Residential Design award whilst also being named Best of State Residential Design (NSW). “The interiors are carefully curated and offer the quintessential answer to what the Residential Design category is all about – to deliver liveable domestic bliss. Potts Point has a warmth to it and the overall proportions are excellent. It cultivates discovery, curiosity and joy as one journeys from room to room,” said the jury and we couldn’t agree more.

Flack Studio's stunning Potts Point project took out two major awards. Photography: Anson Smart
Flack Studio’s stunning Potts Point project took out two major awards. Photography: Anson Smart
Potts Point by Flack Studio. Photography: Anson Smart
Potts Point by Flack Studio. Photography: Anson Smart

Continuing its winning streak, Flack Studio jointly won the Residential Decoration award for its Middle Park (VIC) project with Arent and Pyke’s Garden House (NSW). The jury described both residences as “ravishingly beautiful and thoughtfully curated projects that shine the light on how needed fresh interior styling has become.”

Flack Studio's incredible Middle Park project
Flack Studio’s incredible Middle Park project. Photography: Anson Smart
Middle Park by Flack Studio. Photography: Anson Smart
Middle Park by Flack Studio. Photography: Anson Smart

Of Flack Studio’s Middle Park, one jury member commented that “it feels like it was borne out of a detailed knowledge of the history of interior decoration, both locally and internationally, resulting in an interior that appears fresh and somehow familiar.”

Arent and Pyke's sumptuous Garden House was a joint winner of the 'Residential Decoration' category
Arent and Pyke’s sumptuous Garden House was a joint winner of the ‘Residential Decoration’ category. Photography: Anson Smart

“Garden House is well curated, breathtakingly beautiful and very liveable. It features a thoughtfully executed interior decoration scheme that is particular to the client and place, and the jury was above all impressed with its polished eclecticism,” said the jury of the Arent and Pyke project.

Arent and Pyke's Garden House. Photography: Anson Smart
Arent and Pyke’s Garden House. Photography: Anson Smart

A partnership between the Design Institute of Australia and Artichoke magazine, this year’s awards were delivered against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and the judges acknowledged the resilience of the industry in uncertain times. 

“The pandemic hit hard and for the Australian interior design industry, the oftentimes devastating consequences were felt across the board. But if this hardship showed us anything, it’s that our designers and architects are a resilient bunch with an indomitable spirit,” said the judges.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS

Premier Award for Australian Interior Design 
Liminal Spaces for The Bleeding Tree, Tasmania 

Interior Design Impact Award 
Russell and George for Space and Time, Victoria FJMT for Bunjil Place, New South Wales 

Sustainability Advancement Award 
ZWEI Interiors Architecture for Citizen.MDW, Victoria 

Emerging Interior Design Practice 
– Award
Eastop Architects, Victoria
– Commendation 
Kennon Architecture & Interiors, Victoria 

Residential Design
– Award
Architects EAT for Bellows House, Victoria
Flack Studio for Potts Point, New South Wales
– Commendation
Adam Kane Architects for Barwon Heads House, Victoria
Studio Bright for 8 Yard House, Victoria
Design Office for The Carringbush Hotel, Victoria
O’Connor and Houle Architecture and Landscapes for Oliver Lane Apartment, Victoria 
Flack Studio for Middle Park, Victoria 

Residential Decoration 
– Award 
Flack Studio for Middle Park, Victoria
Arent and Pyke for Garden House, New South Wales 
– Commendation
Arent and Pyke for Hue House, New South Wales 

Hospitality Design
– Award
BAR Studio for Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, Japan
– Commendation
Fiona Lynch Interior Design Studio for CicciaBella, New South Wales 
YSG for Four Pillars – Eileen’s Bar and Gin Laboratory, New South Wales 
Design Office for Byrdi, Victoria 
Chris Connell Design for Hero ACMI, Victoria
Ritz and Ghougassian for Prior, Victoria
Genesin Studio for Never Never Distillery, South Australia 

Retail Design
– Award
Herbert and Mason in Collaboration with Grown Alchemist for Grown Alchemist, Victoria
– Commendation
YSG for Four Pillars – Gin Shop, New South Wales
Russell and George for Sarah and Sebastian, Victoria
Hecker Guthrie for Piccolina Degraves Street, Victoria 

Public Design
– Award
Cox Architecture, Neeson Murcutt and Neille for Project Discover, New South Wales
– Commendation
Kosloff Architecture for La Trobe University Library Bendigo, Victoria
Alexandra Kidd Design for Cheltenham Early Education Centre, New South Wales 

Workplace Design
– Award
Smart Design Studio for Smart Design Studio, New South Wales 
– Commendation
Architects EAT for Alfred Stables, Victoria
Akin Atelier for INCU HQ, New South Wales
Foolscap Studio for ANZ Centre, L10, Victoria
Group GSA for Chanel, New South Wales 

Installation Design 
– Award 
Liminal Spaces for The Bleeding Tree, Tasmania 
– Commendation 
Scott Carver in collaboration with Artists in Motion for Sydney Opera House Tours Immersive Digital Experience, New South Wales 
Youssofzay and Hart for No Show, New South Wales
BoardGrove Architects for NGV Triennial 2020 Outdoor Pavilions, Victoria 

Best of State Awards for Residential Design 
New South Wales – Flack Studio for Potts Point 
Victoria – Flack Studio for Middle Park 
Queensland – Myers Ellyett for Harcourt 
South Australia – Williams Burton Leopardi for Walkerville Residence 

Best of State Awards for Commercial Design 
Tasmania – Liminal Spaces for The Bleeding Tree
Victoria – Herbert and Mason in Collaboration with Grown Alchemist for Grown Alchemist Australian Capital Territory – Skeehan Studio for Canberra Glassworks
South Australia – Genesin Studio for Never Never Distillery
Queensland – Amok for Agnes
Western Australia – Thylacine Design for Western Australian Museum (Boola Bardip) New South Wales – Smart Design Studio for Smart Design Studio 

Best International Design Award 
BAR Studio for Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, Japan 

For more information on the awards

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Rigg Design Prize 2018: Finalist tips & predictions!

Danielle Brustman installation NGV
nstallation view of Inner-Terior, 2018 Danielle Brustman design studio Australia est. 2012 On display in the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Shannon McGrath

Taking place every year at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), the Rigg Design Prize recognises the importance of contemporary design in Australia and this year sees interior design take centre stage. The first major presentation of interior design in the gallery’s history, the Rigg Design Prize 2018 sees ten leading Australian interior designers and decorators each create a purpose-built room in the gallery.

David Flack installation NGV
Installation view of We’ve boundless plains to share, 2018 Flack Studio design studio Australia est. 2014. On display in the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019. Photo: Shannon McGrath

Exploring the theme of ‘Domestic Living,’ this year’s shortlisted designers are Amber Road, Arent & Pyke, Danielle Brustman, Flack Studio, David Hicks, Hecker Guthrie, Martyn Thompson Studio, Richards Stanisich, Scott Weston Architecture Design and The Society Inc by Sibella Court. All of the shortlist are eligible for the $30,000 triennial prize.

Sibella Court installation NGV
Installation view of Imaginarium, 2018 The Society Inc by Sibella Court Australia est. 2009 @sibellacourt On display in the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Sharyn Cairns @sharyncairns

“The Rigg Design Prize 2018 recognises the central role that interior design plays in our lives and reflects the NGV’s commitment to elevating the cultural value of contemporary design in Australia. The participants’ concepts are thoughtful reflections of interior spaces and their ability to shift perceptions and tell personal stories of place and identity,” says NGV director Tony Ellwood AM.

Danielle Brustman installation NGV
Installation view of Inner-Terior, 2018 Danielle Brustman design studio Australia est. 2012. On display in the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Shannon McGrath

We caught up with some of the shortlisted designers who gave us their top interior design tips and future predictions.

Scott Weston
“Go to a designer that is going to listen to you and give you back solutions over and above your expectations. Don’t be afraid to go outside your comfort zone and go on a journey of discovery and learn to trust the professional. Let an interior designer tailor a space specifically for you and your family rather than a cookie cutter solution to appease the real estate market,” says Scott.

“I tend to present concept options from ‘modest, medium to no budget’ as a starting point to open discussion with a client and from there we develop a well resolved solution that’s a mixture of all three,” says Scott.

Scott Weston installation NGV
Designer Scott Weston in front of Wunderkammer, 2018 inside the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Eugene Hyland

As for trend predictions, Scott sees sustainability as a major one. “I teach clients to be more aware of sustainability and buying quality (rather than lower cost items) that will bring joy for the rest of their lives,” says Scott who recommends sustainable forest timbers like hemlock and cedar for interior wall linings as an alternative to plasterboard that provide warmth and texture too.

“I see a move away from recessed downlights to more architectural atmospheric wall up-lighting and flexible lighting systems,” says Scott who is a big fan of terrazzo also. “Terrazzo slabs and tiles that hark back to the 1950’s add personality and warmth to domestic living spaces,” says Scott.

“Lastly, the application of printed digital technology to soft furnishings has opened a cornucopia of endless possibilities enabling cost-effective customisation while producing one-off interior design solutions that offer affordable, bespoke luxury,” says Scott.

David Hicks
“My top tips for interiors is always ‘less is more’ and I predict a return to custom and hand-crafted materials,” says interior designer David Hicks whose installation for the prize features his signature eclectic look created with antiques, vintage and custom-designed pieces.

David Hicks installation NGV
Designer David Hicks in front of Panic room, 2018 inside the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019. Photo: Eugene Hyland

Amber Road
Amber Road’s Yasmine Ghoniem (interior designer) and Katy Svalbe (landscape architect) created an installation for the prize called ‘Take it Outside’ that explores the idea of the outdoor room as an extension of the indoors. “Exterior and/or interior finishes don’t have to stop at the thresholds between the inside and outside of the home. Pushing and pulling interior finishes out and vice versa creates visual continuity, and in the case of small rooms that open up onto balconies or other outdoor spaces, assists in making them feel more generous,” says Katy.

Amber Road installation NGV
Designers Katy Svalbe and Yasmine Ghoniem in front of Take it outside, 2018 inside the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Eugene Hyland

As for future trends, Yasmine predicts a rise in more individual, bespoke interiors – a reflexive shift from the homogenous ‘one size fits all’ approach. “We see a welcome move away from consumerist, same-y design towards more emotionally driven interiors, which can be minimalist, yet dreamlike, even ‘romantic surrealist.’ Think authentic, soulful spaces to dream and be free and away from the pressures we face in our lives. More handmade and artisan, less brand driven although that has its place. I predict a personal dimension to the spaces we design and inhabit,” says Yasmine.

Amber Road installation NGV
Installation view of Take it outside, 2018 Amber Road design studio Australia est. 2013 On display in the Rigg Design Prize 2018 at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia from 12 October – 24 February 2019 Photo: Shannon McGrath

“With property purchase prices in today’s cities at an all-time high, ‘home’ for many now has a whole new meaning. For those that don’t want to tie their money up in owning bricks and mortar, there is an increasing number of built-to rent homes, including co-housing. This is opening up a whole new range of exciting design challenges and opportunities for designers,” says Katy of her future trend prediction.

The Rigg Design Prize 2018 is a free exhibition that is on display now until 24 February, 2019 at the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square, Melbourne.

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2018 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards winners

Alexander & Co.'s work at Palm Beach
Alexander & Co.'s work at Palm Beach

One of the most anticipated interior design competitions in Australia, the Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards were staged recently with the winners including a beautiful waterfront holiday villa in Sydney’s Palm Beach and a highly original pink onyx and rose gold bathroom. Hosted by Belle magazine and Coco Republic, the competition, in its eight year, spans residential, commercial and hospitality sectors.

Alexander & Co.'s work at Palm Beach
Alexander & Co.’s winning work at Palm Beach

“Congratulations to all of our 2018 winners. We are incredibly proud to drive these awards each year and are delighted that the awards are in their eighth year. The entries in 2018 were of the highest calibre and it was an honour to see firsthand the expertise and imagination behind Australia’s most outstanding interiors,” said Belle magazine editor, Tanya Buchanan.

Arent & Pyke's 'Treetop House' project. Those pale pink sheers are an inspired choice.
Award winners Arent & Pyke’s ‘Treetop House.’ The pale pink sheer curtains were an inspired choice.

Taking out three awards including the highest accolade of the evening (‘Interior Designer of the Year’) was the founder of Alexander & Co., Jeremy Bull whose work on a commercial space in Dubai and the aforementioned Palm Beach house was recognised.

Alexander & Co Palm Beach project
Alexander & Co.’s winning Palm Beach project

The ‘Best Bathroom Design’ award went to Decus Interiors for its stunning bathroom project in Woollahra. Combining pink onyx with a dusty rose concrete floor, statement lighting and a custom-designed mirror it’s one of the most original bathrooms I’ve seen.

Decus Interiors Woollahra House
The ‘Best Bathroom Design’ award went to this Decus Interiors project

Decus Interiors Woollahra bathroom

The ‘Emerging Design Star’ award was given to Felicity Slattery and Sarah Cosentino of Studio Esteta while Juliet Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke of Arent & Pyke were awarded the ‘Best Work with Colour’ title for their gorgeous use of colour in residential spaces.

Arent & Pyke's 'Treetop House' project
Arent & Pyke’s ‘Treetop House’ project illustrates how the duo won the ‘Best Work with Colour’ award.

Arent & Pyke's stunning 'Curatorial House' project
Arent & Pyke’s ‘Curatorial House’ project is another example of beautiful colour use.

The ‘Best Residential Kitchen Design’ award went to Amber Road for its ‘1906’ project.

Amber Road's award-winning kitchen
Amber Road’s award-winning kitchen

The full list of winners:

Belle Coco Republic Interior Designer of the Year
Jeremy Bull of Alexander & Co.

Best Residential Interior
Palm Beach House by Alexander & Co.

Best Commercial Interior
Hordern House by Studio Kate (Busatti)

Best Hospitality Interior
Sean Connolly at Dubai Opera by Alexander & Co.

Best Residential Kitchen Design
1906 by Amber Road

Best Bathroom Design
Woollahra House Bathroom Two by Decus Interiors

Emerging Design Star
Felicity Slattery and Sarah Cosentino of Studio Esteta

Best Work with Colour
Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke of Arent & Pyke

Best Residential Interior – Readers’ Choice
Hamilton Island House by Greg Natale Design

Last year’s winners

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Belle Coco Republic interior design awards: Bathroom finalists

The shortlist for the 2017 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards was announced recently and it’s teeming with amazing work from Australia’s best and brightest interior architects and designers.

Arent&Pyke’s ‘Barcom Terrace’ project

In its seventh year, the awards recognise design achievement across several categories and today we bring you the competition’s residential bathroom finalists. Marble, brass and black abound in what can only be described as an extraordinarily sophisticated bunch of bathing spaces.

Arent&Pyke’s ‘Barcom Terrace’ project

We’re big fans of Arent&Pyke and it’s no wonder they were shortlisted for their ‘Barcom Terrace’ project. Not only does the bathroom meld seamlessly with the understated grandeur of the 1800’s heritage listed property that houses it, but the luxurious materials made us gasp.

Arent&Pyke’s ‘Barcom Terrace’ project

“Rich in materiality, with painted walls, timber floors, tiles and a freestanding sculptural bath, the deliberately strong and masculine language of steel framing is balanced by the romance of floor to ceiling curtains in soft white linen, while a large black timber door visually ties this suite to the whole,” says Arent&Pyke.

B.E. Architecture’s ‘Hamden Road Residence’

The bathroom at B.E. Architecture’s ‘Hamden Road Residence’ uses granite to spectacular effect and we were particularly taken with its adjacent outdoor shower. “The curved bath and basins were custom designed to be engineered into solid pieces of stone. The baths and basins are textured by hand on the outside face and honed internally. The inspiration for these came from a baptismal font in Rome,” says B.E Architecture.

The outdoor shower at B.E. Architecture’s ‘Hamden Road Residence’

Handelsmann + Khaw’s ‘Hunters Hill bathroom’ features a neutral palette of natural materials that create a unique yet timeless design that has a rustic, high-end farmhouse vibe.

Handelsmann + Khaw’s ‘Hunter’s Hill bathroom’

“A balance of rough and smooth textures creates a union of formality and sensuality, light and shade. In the bathroom, we created an open plan with the bathtub beneath the window as the focal point, centred on the glazed steel framed doors joining the master bedroom. The shower and WC are concealed within freestanding stone clad enclosures, their separation from the ceiling emphasises the pitched form that gives the bathroom a quality of openness that goes beyond conventional ideas.”

Handelsmann + Khaw’s ‘Hunter’s Hill bathroom’

Finalist Smart Design Studio’s ‘Indigo Slam’ bathroom, aside from its standout bespoke bath tub, boasts eco-credentials too. “The project aspires to an exemplary level of environmentally sustainable design with natural lighting, cross-ventilation, rainwater harvesting and adherence to passive solar design principles reducing the energy and water load of the building. Geothermal heating and cooling have also been incorporated into the design and solar hot water and photovoltaic cells populate the roof,” they say.

Smart Design Studio’s ‘Indigo Slam’ bathroom

By contrast, AP Design House’s ‘Vernon Apartment’ is a study in minimalist white but the curved lines soften the monochrome effect.

AP Design House’s ‘Vernon Apartment’

The winners will be announced in Sydney on Thursday May 25, 2017.

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Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards 2016 winners

This year’s Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards were dominated by the outstanding projects of designer Fiona Lynch, who topped off the night by being the first woman to win the top prize of Designer of the Year. She also took out the top award for Best Residential Interior for the Balwyn Residence (pictured) and Best Bathroom Design for the Hargreaves Residence.

Fiona Lynch_Balwyn Residence_2_preview

At last night’s 2016 Awards, Australia’s interior design community came together to celebrate and identify the very best in Australian design talent. One of Australia’s most prestigious design accolades, the Awards acknowledge excellence in Australian interior design and decoration and set the benchmark for expertise, creativity and vision in what is a highly competitive and progressive industry.

Fiona Lynch_Balwyn Residence_1__preview

This year, Belle’s style-director-at-large Steve Cordony, transformed Coco Republic’s Alexandria showroom, evoking a modern geometric theme with hits of ultramarine blue to the delight over 250 industry and media guests. This year’s judging panel included publisher and design expert, Karen McCartney, Coco Republic executive directors, Anthony Spon Smith and Jeremy Byrne, Dinosaur Designs creative director, Louise Olsen, Timothy Oulton, founder and director of Timothy Oulton, Belle editor Tanya Buchanan and Steve Cordony.

Fiona Lynch_Balwyn Residence_6__preview

Tanya said: “Congratulations to all of the designers and firms who entered this year’s awards, which had the most entries ever with more than 300 projects submitted for judging. The calibre of entries was incredible and the judges really noticed a dynamic aesthetic and sense of innovation running through the body of work. It was great to see some of Australia’s best design talent Fiona Lynch, Whiting Architects, Arent & Pyke and Woods Bagot, recognised for their outstanding work. So many design schemes take years to plan and execute so I know how they must feel to win an award for one of these projects which are always challenging but ultimately rewarding.”

Fiona Lynch_Balwyn Residence_7_preview

Fiona receives return flights for two to Paris to visit Maison & Objet in September courtesy of Cathay Pacific, a $5,000 Parisi voucher, a $1,000 Coco Republic voucher and of course a one-year subscription to Belle. All the award winners are profiled in Belle’s June/July 2016 issue, on sale on Monday 16 May.

Fiona Lynch_Balwyn Residence_5__preview

The full list of winners

Best Residential Interior Fiona Lynch, Balwyn Residence

Best Commercial Interior Woods Bagot, Paramount by The Office Space (see it here)

Best Hospitality Interior Arent & Pyke, Alex Hotel

Best Residential Kitchen Design Whiting Architects, O’Grady Kitchen

Best Residential Bathroom Design Fiona Lynch, Hargreaves Residence

Belle Coco Republic Interior Designer of the Year Fiona Lynch

Best Residential Interior – Readers’ Choice Arent & Pyke, Double Bay House

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Learn how to decorate your kids’ bedrooms from Megan Morton and Arent & Pyke

If you’re ready to tackle your kids’ rooms once and for all and are up for an intensive all-you-need-to-know, three-hour decorating workshop with stylist Megan Morton and interior designers Arent & Pyke, clear your diary for Thursday night! Megan fans will know she has just launched her latest book on the topic, I Love My Room, and Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke are a mum-to-be and a mum-of-one respectively, as well as being award-winning interior designers.

megan morton i love my room 1

“What this is not is a repeat of the book in any way, nor is it a master class,” says Megan. “What it is is a potentially house-changing decorating workshop dedicated to one of the most hazardous rooms in the house — your kid’s bedroom!”

megan morton i love my room 2

This class will cover the pitfalls and the opportunities of kids rooms. “Children’s bedrooms are loaded with trapdoors, as anyone who lives with them well knows! Explore the potential of yours with a class that talks to all age groups, styles and budgets. How to make the most of the area, how to avoid common traps and how to think like a kids room decorator are all covered,” Megan explains. Special guests Arent & Pyke will show and share their best ideas for rooms that can work for all budgets. “All in all it will be inspiring, great learning and could potentially save you hundreds of decorating dollars on the real rooms of the house!”

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