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Turning heads in the ever-evolving Parramatta CBD

Turning heads in the ever-evolving Parramatta CBD

TURNER focuses on the intersections of heritage and Parramatta’s urban growth in the design of a new commercial workplace.

Full of surprises: Afterpay by The Studio* Collaborative

Full of surprises: Afterpay by The Studio* Collaborative

Afterpay by The Studio* Collaborative is modelled as a destination for a non-traditional workforce of young, engaged, tech-smart individuals.

Fender Katsalidis’ new landmark for Parramatta Square

Fender Katsalidis’ new landmark for Parramatta Square

Parramatta’s design-led urban renewal has reached another milestone with the completion of the $320 million commercial building, 32 Smith Street.

61 Robinson is an office building with a hotel vibe

61 Robinson is an office building with a hotel vibe

Brewin Design Office’s assiduous renovation of 61 Robinson turns an uninspiring and disjointed lobby into an elegant, harmonious and uplifting space.

Gensler puts its sensitive, sustainable stamp on Hanoi

Gensler puts its sensitive, sustainable stamp on Hanoi

More than an exploration in form, Gensler’s Viettel building pushes forward ideals of open and collaborative working and environmental responsibility.

Architectus’ boutique new build in Sydney’s CBD

Architectus’ boutique new build in Sydney’s CBD

Not many commercial buildings in Sydney’s CBD can boast a 2020 completion date. But one boutique office building, situated at 275 George Street, forged through to cut the ribbon and stake its future in shifting sands.

The workplace strategists’ guide to responding to change

The workplace strategists’ guide to responding to change

Now is the time for strategy and action, say Kellie Payne, director, Bates Smart, and Dr Caroline Burns, founder, Workplace Revolution. And it all begins with asking the right questions.

Employee health and wellness rules all at Market Lane

Employee health and wellness rules all at Market Lane

From its basement bike racks to its rooftop meeting pods, Market Lane by Elenberg Fraser fulfils a craving for greener pastures among its health-driven workers.

Botanicca 3 is a reflection of place

Botanicca 3 is a reflection of place

Gray Puksand’s Botanicca 3 project takes inspiration from the surrounding landscape with a palette and form that speak of place in a most hospitable fashion.

Making Olderfleet Young Again

Making Olderfleet Young Again

Blending the old with the new, Grimshaw’s latest project with Carr is a beacon of architectural expression that sits perfectly within the city skyline.

Retail roll call: David Jones and Country Road Group HQ

Retail roll call: David Jones and Country Road Group HQ

Six major Australian labels, two buildings, one unified workplace… how does it work? Heidi Smith of Gray Puksand gives us the scoop on David Jones’ and Country Road Group’s stylish new Melbourne headquarters.

A refreshing Queensland workplace: Mirvac HQ, Brisbane by Peddle+Potter

A refreshing Queensland workplace: Mirvac HQ, Brisbane by Peddle+Potter

What defines the Queensland vernacular and how does it permeate into a workplace fit-out? Local studio Peddle+Potter (P+P) brought a truly refreshing design to life.