The Australian Interior Design Awards are the annual celebration of some of the best in Australian interior design, an industry where rules are meant to be broken, based on an industry-based program. The 2019 season showcased some stunning work the talents designers of the nation had to show, and they’ve done it again in 2020.
This year, the lucky winners were announced via a live broadcast on Friday 29 May. Those named were among some incredible designs that judges described as “a breath of fresh air, with the best projects possessing a strong sense of place.”
Here is the full list of winners for the 2020 Australian Interior Design Awards:
Premier Award for Australian Interior Design: Hassell for Di Stasio Citta
Located in their new location in Melbourne opposite the treasury gardens, Di Stasio Citta has been described as feeling “fresh, genuinely creative and is highly appropriate in terms of the theatricality of the dining experience”, as well as having international appeal. With hand finished, textual surfaces and customised joinery and furniture, allows a unique and personalised experience for patrons.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CA4xF8gFJrj/Award for Interior Design Impact: PTID for StudioFive
StudioFive is a teaching, research and engagement centre located in the Melbourne Graduate School of Education. Winning an award that “recognises the transformative effect that design can have on a building’s occupants and the wider community”, the innovative space has been designed with flexibility in mind, meaning those who use it can arrange it to suit their needs.
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Sustainability Advancement Award: Jackson Clements Burrows Architects for Gillies Hall
In an effort to contribute to Monash University’s net-zero 2030 agenda, student accommodation building Gillies Hall has features, such as including exposed CLT panels, the use of FSC timber and plenty of natural ventilation that allow greater sustainability. This 150-room Passive House-Certified building has been said to push the boundaries on certification and exemplifies how design can be used to create better sustainability.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CA1l0bknydo/Retail Design: Hecker Guthrie for Script Skincare
Since they are in an industry where there is demand for the knowledge and science behind what we buy, Script Skincare’s interior design has been created with this in mind. Using an androgynous look and international style of branding, the Melbourne-based store shines elegance and a new way to showcase skincare. With their multi-layered grasp of visual merchandising and attention to detailing and materiality, they have taken out the Retail Design Award.
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Commendations
Hogg and Lamb for Salon X Papas
The Stella Collective and Thomas Coward Studio for Il Bosco Artedomus
Studio Goss for Armadillo and Co Sydney Showroom
Hospitality Design: Hassell for Di Stasio Citta and Richards Stanisich for Hotel Rose Bay
Being awarded for the second time this year, Di Stasio Citta is one of the joint winners for Hospitality Design. With sustainability in mind to ensure its longevity, the jury is confident patrons will still be able to marvel at its dramatic and carefully curated design in decades to come.
The second winner was the renovation of a 1929 pub in Sydney’s Rose Bay, which has been described as sophisticated and modern while paying homage to its history. The detailed design of Hotel Rose Bay is made with durable materials that create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for its patrons.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAzBL0uFToO/Commendations
Studio-Gram for Leigh Street Wine Room
Carr for Eazy Peazy Richmond
Public Design: Cox Architecture for Sydney Coliseum Theatre
Complete with a magical and elegant look, the Sydney Coliseum Theatre won the award for Public Design. The ribbon windows allow natural light to brighten up the 2000 seat multi-mode performance venue while the grand sculptural stair connects all the interior spaces, creating an easily accessible space.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CA4k2eOFS18/Commendations
Six Degrees Architects for RMIT Capitol Theatre
Bates Smart for Gandel Wing, Cabrini Malvern
Hassell for Angel Place Lobby
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Workplace Design: Melanie Beynon Architecture and Design for Warwick Creative Studio
With its clean and crisp detailing and custom storage solutions, Warwick looks like it was designed with functionality and innovation in mind. The fabric and textile wholesaler in Melbourne is home to many creative minds where ideas are built to fruition. With skylights introduced that ensure the ability to access fabric colour and texture, the design allows them to do that by appealing to their specific needs.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B8K32VlFjpD/Commendations
Carr for Norton Rose Fulbright Sydney
Mim Design for Cobild HQ
Hassell for Transurban Melbourne
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Installation Design: Studio Goss for Articolo Lighting Milan and Liminal Objects with Van Tuil for The Magic Box
Crowning another joint for installation design, the jury was treated with two pieces that serve their function while reflecting an interesting, modern look that could not be ignored.
The Articolo Lighting – Milan temporary installation explores the use of natural light to showcase products, in this case the light fittings, in “a simple, restrained way.” The balance of light and dark are both instrumental in encouraging an emotive response from those who see them and contribute an immersive experience.
In terms of storage solutions, The Magic Box is an invention that allows functionally in a stylish way. The round whiskey cabinet shows that spacial awareness was taken into account while ensuring that it fosters social interaction when in use. Its ability to open and close when required is both exciting when its contents are revealed and useful in the way that it allows easy transportation.
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Residential Design: YSG for Budge Over Dover
The interior of this coastal house showcases a personalised design purely through the collection of furnishing selected. The colour palette is striking, without being overpowering, while the materials allow a warm feel to the space that ensures an inviting atmosphere. The attention to detail means attention is drawn to the handcrafted qualities of the art and furniture while the textures used contribute to the sensual appeal that pervades the home.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAynOgvF8ct/Commendations
Studiofour for Ruxton Rise Residence
Eastop Architects for Elm Tree Place
Killing Matt Woods for Perfect Storm
Madeleine Blanchfield Architects for Tree House
Residential Decoration: YSG for Budge Over Dover
Earning themselves a second award for Budge Over Dover, YSG’s ability to style the coastal house by paying close attention to detail to the materials, colours, textures and accents used and ensuring everything responds to the wants and needs of the client. The elegant look is elevated with balanced proportions and sculptural aesthetic that compliments the exterior quite well.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CA46IL2l0b3/Commendations
Chelsea Hing for Orchard House
Alicia Holgar for Avian Apartment
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Emerging Interior Design Practice: Fowler and Ward
Noted for their energy and fresh new style, Fowler and Ward’s portfolio of work has illustrated why they were a stand-out when it came to choosing the winner of this award. Co-directors and architects Jessie Fowler and Tara Ward have shown they are not afraid to experiment with their process or materials and are determined to use design to improve the lives of others.
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Commendations
Esoteriko Interior Architecture
Eastop Architects
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Best In State
A list of the best commercial and residential designs for each state was also released, shedding some praise on these works of art:
New South Wales
Commercial
Richards Stanisich for Hotel Rose Bay
Residential
YSG for Budge Over Dover
Tasmania
Commercial
Liminal Objects with Van Tuil for The Magic Box
Victoria
Commercial
Hassell for Di Stasio Citta
Residential
Studiofour for Ruxton Rise Residence
South Australia
Commercial
Studio-Gram for Leigh Street Wine Room
Residential
Sans-Arc Studio for Plaster Fun House
Australian Capital Territory
Commercial
BVN for Marie Reay Teaching Centre, ANU
Queensland
Commercial
The Stella Collective and Thomas Coward Studio for Il Bosco Artedomus
Residential
Alicia Holgar for Avian Apartment
Western Australia
Commercial
Ohlo Studio for Willing Coffee
Residential
Decus Interiors for Coastal Home
International
Studio Goss for Articolo Lighting, Milan
Check out the Australian Interior Design Awards website to see all the winning and commendable designs.
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Words by Jessica Testa
References:
- DI STASIO CITTA
- STUDIOFIVE
- GILLIES HALL
- NAR OFFICE
- SCRIPT SKINCARE
- WARWICK CREATIVE STUDIO
- DI STASIO CITTA
- HOTEL ROSE BAY
- BUDGE OVER DOVER
- BUDGE OVER DOVER
- THE MAGIC BOX
- ARTICOLO LIGHTING – MILAN
- 2020 Australian Interior Design Awards: Best of State
- 2020 Australian Interior Design Awards: Commendations
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