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1/9/2011

Housed inside a formerly derelict building in inner-city Sydney, the new workspace for creative agency Tongue weaves a path between old and new. Created by Siren Design, the fitout is full of personality and wit – featuring found furniture and objects alongside slick new spaces like the all-white conference room (above).

Also this week, we catch up with acclaimed British designer Benjamin Hubert during his recent trip to Australia; Tone Wheeler discusses the continued controversy around the AIA's Sustainability Award; Simone LeAmon's new Ricotta lamp ; and tickets to the IDEA 2011 Gala Party are now on sale.

An interview with Benjamin Hubert

Acclaimed British designer Benjamin Hubert discusses his working processes and the evolution of his award-winning studio.

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IDEA 2011 Gala Party: tickets now on sale

Join us on Friday 25 November at the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) in Melbourne for the IDEA 2011 Gala Party.

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Tone Wheeler: Wither the Green Award?

Every year the AIA’s Sustainability Award attracts controversy and questions as to its relevancy. Are we any closer to addressing its perceived problems, or is it time to let the award go?

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Ricotta lamp, designed by Simone LeAmon

Designed by Simone LeAmon, the distinctive Ricotta lamp features an inside-out shade that celebrates the craftsmanship of the Rakumba artisans.

A contemporary residence designed by Jolson complements a bold sculptural exterior with a rich and luxurious interior.

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Minty table, by Chapman & Bailey

Minty is a sleek low table made from blockboard and lacquered glass with a simple, elegant profile. The eco-friendly blockboard core of the table is manufactured from small cut blocks of plantation grown poplar, which are laminated to form an interesting but subtle layered pattern that contrasts the smooth gloss finish of the coloured glass.

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