Redefining Outside In: The Valley House in Tasmania
June 1, 2018
Resting high on a hillside on Launceston’s rural fringe at St Leonard's, Valley House is far from a stereotypical Australian bush dwelling. Its mix of cement sheet, steel cladding and local timbers immediately signals a fresh point of view that is a true celebration of place. Tasmanian architect Philip M Dingemanse redefines the clichéd notion of “outside-in” through his clever design and respect for the natural surrounds. Inspired by the landscape, the award-winning house is bent around the contour of a valley as if to welcome it in. The use of locally sourced Tasmanian timber throughout the home conveys a tactile and natural warmth, where visitors seamlessly transition from inside to outside.
Simon Ancher on sustainability, non-standard public seating and pushing the limits
May 28, 2018
Sustainability is paramount to the objects created by Tasmanian furniture maker Simon Ancher. It is central to not only the materials he chooses but his design approach to the object itself.
Simon Ancher Studio
May 23, 2018
"Boatbuilding techniques, cold-moulding and strip planking. - It's really quite amazing what you can do with timber" - Simon Ancher, Simon Ancher Studio
Circa Morris-Nunn Architects
May 21, 2018
"We belong to a place and utilise the products of that place" - Robert Morris-Nunn, Circa Morris-Nunn Architects
Hydrowood: a vast resource reclaimed
October 10, 2017
Consumers are taking an increasing interest in the provenance of products. As such, the brand story has become an essential and valuable component of the marketing mix.
