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King Henry VIII and a Chinese Cricket Club: Layers of eclectic history in THDP’s London hotel design

King Henry VIII and a Chinese Cricket Club: Layers of eclectic history in THDP’s London hotel design

In a Grade II-listed building in the heart of London, THDP has recently designed the Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars, complete with multiple hospitality offerings.

Six things we learned in London

Six things we learned in London

To start the new year, our editor was on the ground in the UK to meet some of London’s leading architects. What are the relevant insights for Australia and the Asia-Pacific?

‘Sticky tenants’ with Make Architects: UK learnings for Australian build-to-rent

‘Sticky tenants’ with Make Architects: UK learnings for Australian build-to-rent

What can Australian build-to-rent (BTR) developers learn from the experienced UK market and how can these lessons be applied locally? Frank Filskow shares valuable insights from Make’s work and research in the UK and Australia.

The best new products from London Design Festival 2023

The best new products from London Design Festival 2023

Discover the latest furniture, lighting and accessories from the 21st edition of the London Design Festival, from previously unseen designs from Mid-Century masters to innovative new materials.

The best installations and exhibitions from London Design Festival 2023

The best installations and exhibitions from London Design Festival 2023

The 21st edition of the London Design Festival was a week showcasing the full breadth of talent in the UK capital – from impressive brand collaborations and product launches to inspiring emerging talents.

7 eye-popping installations at London Design Festival

7 eye-popping installations at London Design Festival

The 21st edition of the London Design Festival showcased the full breadth of talent in the British capital – from impressive brand collaborations and product launches to emerging talents. Mandi Keighran rounds up her top program highlights.

Instagram this! A fairy-tale forest gilded in glass by Lasvit

Instagram this! A fairy-tale forest gilded in glass by Lasvit

Within the enchanted realm of The Glade at London’s renowned Sketch restaurant sits a fairy-tale forest setting, envisaged as a fantasy of maximalist design. At its centre is a gold-detailed Herbarium of gilded glass.

Invested in design: Meet SJB’s Charlotte Wilson

Invested in design: Meet SJB’s Charlotte Wilson

From interior architecture to speculative subterranean design, Charlotte Wilson of SJB is one to watch in the Australian design world.

What’s black and white and timber all over?

What’s black and white and timber all over?

The Black & White Building by Waugh Thistleton Architects (WTA) in collaboration with TOG is a timber milestone. As the tallest mass timber office building in central London, this is a ground-breaking project in its use of material.

Making mid-century modern sculpture go green in London

Making mid-century modern sculpture go green in London

Following recent award wins for Brookfield Place Sydney, Make has also been recognised for a landmark workplace project in London. At 80 Charlotte Street, you’ll find architecture in tune with its surroundings.

Stylish showroom, historic space: Vitra’s new home in London

Stylish showroom, historic space: Vitra’s new home in London

Iconic furniture pieces are displayed against the richly patinated industrial backdrop of the Grade II listed Tramshed building at Vitra’s new showroom in London.

The 10 best things I saw at London Design Festival ’22

The 10 best things I saw at London Design Festival ’22

As Mandi Keighran reports, London Design Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary with immersive installations, shows and spaces that ran the gamut of playful through to thought-provoking. Here’s her top 10 moments.