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Our director Jane Valentine was extremely  honoured to win the ‘Contribution To Design Award’ at the NAWIC Tasmania Awards for Excellence 2024 for our interior design work at The Waggon. Thank you to Philp Lighton Architects for allowing us the opportunity to contribute to a fabulous project. The Contribution To Design acknowledges the following: ‘This award recognises exceptional design contributions that demonstrates innovation in response to the client brief, by…
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We are super excited to announce we have been shortlisted for the Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2024 in the Hospitality category for The Waggon. To receive a shortlist in a national award against our mainland rivals is a true honour for us. The winner for our category will be announced later this year.   Australian Design Review   Project Architects / PhilpLighton Architects Interior Design / Valentine interiors +…
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The Waggon is a newly renovated former working-class pub in North Hobart. With ninety percent of the original inter-war style building fabric retained, the interior is inspired by the pub’s roaring heydays of the seventies and the desire to once again be at the centre of community life. This project embarked on an unconventional journey without a predefined end-user brief; rather, it was a simple directive to rejuvenate an old…
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Designing distinct spaces within the lift lobbies of Crowne Plaza in Hobart was an incredibly exciting project for us and one that we are very proud of. A diverse and immersive experience for guests as they move through the hotel.   Designing colour schemes, selecting and curating furniture pieces, and Tasmanian art from local galleries allow guests to ‘linger’ and feel like they belong in the hotel.   A highly…
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An insightful, informative, and inspiring tour seeing the finalists and the winning entry of the Hadley’s Art Prize, awarded to Vicki Yatjiki Cullinan.   The prestigious Australian landscape prize celebrates excellence in art, community, and the promotion of cultural tourism in Tasmania.   Our team was fortunate to have a guided tour of the Hadley’s Orient Hotel exhibition by Dr Amy Jackett, Curator of the Hadley’s Art Prize. Amy has…
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Dani’s recent exploration of the term ‘glamping’ has ignited our curiosity, especially knowing her family’s involvement in a glamping venture in Colombia. As she delved into the concept, she uncovered its essence and benefits — a perfect blend of glamour and camping for nature enthusiasts seeking modern comforts without compromising on the beauty of the outdoors. It’s an eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative to traditional housing with minimal environmental impact.   Through…
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‘It’s our landscape that defines our identity.’ 1   Our Mount Nelson design draws inspiration from the myriad of surrounding landscape colours and those who make it a home.   Studies show that natural landscapes have functional geometries; however, the forms, patterns, and colours are never the same. Inspired by this notion, our kitchen creates a landscape that adapts to the family’s needs.   Robust materials that endure the conditions…
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Elite Appliances and Siemens, you have excelled. Our team was treated to a culinary feast prepared and magically cooked by Tom, the Siemens guru. As we explored and discussed all things relating to steam and partial steam cookery, combo ovens, self-cleaning, and the precision of induction cooktops, we relished sumptuous dishes cooked to perfection using the Siemens steam ovens.   Our team is serious about ensuring we are completely immersed…
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One by one / told by Dani.   Seventy-two thousand tiles, bending and lifting for days, each a different shade of blue. Exhausted from morning till sundown, laying mosaics for our family swimming pool was a vision that was not my own.   Perseverance, detail, and collaboration fused to bring this vision to life.   My father, a creative soul with few boundaries, ignited this endeavor. The driving force of…
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