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.

The first word

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

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Design delights

Playful pieces • Organic curves meet delectable colour palettes in a selection of homewares and fittings to add extra oomph.

Sensory overload • Tactile materials, touch-worthy technology and small items of luxury to activate the senses.

Milan moments • Spotted at Salone del Mobile Milan, these new pieces epitomise material innovation and seductive design.

Architectural alignment • Striking form and high fidelity metal – this is the pick for engineering prowess and luxury combined.

Retro charm • A playful note and serious charisma – this is what you get when something of the old world combines with modern tech.

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

Handcrafted curves • Bespoke elements with exceptional quality are seen in an all-new light.

Embracing technology • Control, connection and convenience take elegant shape in a Miele kitchen.

Connection & innovation

Future image maker • Tom Blachford is an architecture and fine art photographer. Having established a name with his distinctive style of photography, he has recently become a leader in generative AI image-making. He has created a special series of kitchen and bathroom images just for Habitus. Here, he opens up about his process and thoughts about the future direction of AI and design.

An architect’s builder • Sam Reynolds is a renowned builder who works with some of Australia’s leading architects to create expertly crafted homes. Now, he has put his skill to use to create his own family dream home.

Nature meets nurture • Neolith’s Classtone Collection harnesses the unique beauty of the natural world for the built environment.

Right at home • Matt Moran certainly knows his way around a kitchen, but when he’s cooking at home, he seeks out a different vibe to the commotion of a commercial restaurant.

A touch of brass • New Zealand’s leading boutique door hardware brand launches a luxe solid brass range.

kitchens & bathrooms

More than a room of one’s own • No longer is the ensuite a secondary space. In a move that makes the act of bathing even more essential, these designers are creating open, connected and lavish bathing rooms.

Out in nature • The desire to connect to the outdoors is seeing the rise of outdoor kitchens, and designers are responding with fully equipped spaces that aren’t afraid to embrace the elements.

Spaces to retreat

Pistachio sorbet • Throwing out the rulebook entirely, Gloss House by Studio Doherty explores unconventionality in every corner, including the main ensuite.

Sensing life • The bathrooms in Maana Kiyomizu, a short-term accommodation in Kyoto, encapsulate the Japanese concept of ikigai (or life purpose).

Force of nature • Coolatai House by Cera Stribley is a coastal getaway for the owners who grew up in...