Habitus

What does it mean to live in design? With three issues published each year, Habitus is a publication that has been passionately unpacking design from the inside-out and outside-in for more than ten years. Habitus explores how architecture and design express various ways of life, going beyond one-dimensional stories to gain a real understanding of how people live. Through rich narratives, Habitus unpacks what makes design and architecture from the Indo-Pacific so unique. From outstanding houses, to in-depth profiles and a curation of the latest design products – everything featured in Habitus offers a way for readers to connect with the richness and diversity across the region.

MORE THAN A WAY OF LIFE

Habitus takes the conversation to our contributors, discovering their inspiration and design hunter® journeys

Habitus

New sensation

Quiet movement • Rich texture and tactility are expressed in both form and material with this alluring selection of products.

Sleek sophistication • Strong lines and shiny details make these hi-tech home pieces incredibly desirable.

A natural touch • Woven cord, fur, timber and linen – this is a curation of natural fibres and finishes just begging to be touched.

Fresh finds • Tonal shades in sorbet tones layer with sumptuous finishes in this fine selection.

Playful forms • Rounded edges and circular motifs create a sense of playfulness and creativity with this selection of homewares and furniture.

Reflexive practice • Celebrating 15 years of Arent&Pyke, co-founders Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke have published their first book. Their work is unified by a focus on redefining the feminine as bold and courageous.

Off the beaten track

The new eclecticism • The home of interior designer Ryan Fernandes and his partner Dr Vikram Bhakoo is an amalgamation of their cultural heritage and discerning taste, where each room tells a compelling story of the life they’ve crafted together.

Smoke and mirrors • At home in the beautiful coastal village of Bundeena in the Royal National Park, south of Sydney, interior designer Kelly Ross, her partner Jimmy Lister, their son Luka and dogs Billy and Ray (with plans for a grumpy ginger cat to call Cyrus) are shifting the paradigm on coastal living.

Paradise found • Like many Australians, Gary Chard was seduced by life abroad. The event activation designer now calls Mallorca, Spain home, but the tropical similarities to Aussie life are abundant.

Coastal living

Coast to Coast • Whether nestling into overgrown rainforest or jutting out along a craggy shoreline – these are the most exquisite luxury accommodations from around the Indo Pacific. Each one embraces its coastal context, offering a source of inspiration for how to bring tranquility and leisure into the everyday.

Oceans apart • ‘Architectural prowess meets unexpected delight’ should be the mantra of renowned architecture and design practice CHROFI. Twenty-one years old and stronger than ever, this studio makes waves – especially with its coastal residential design.

Back to nature

An alternative approach • Affordability hurdles led to lateral thinking for this architect’s own home in the Tasman region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Sited on leasehold land, the small, modular house for two is relocatable and extendable.

Living light • Designed by Ming Architects in Singapore, the theme of framing defines many aspects of this house — nature, light, shadow and the daily activities of family life.

Opposing forces • Channelling Brazilian brutalism, Greg Natale set out to make this house exceptional, fusing patterns, textures and colours in a decidedly local flavour.

A new chapter • How do you balance the desire for open views while...