Many of the conversations we have with architects and designers often lead to discussions about influences and inspirations that, most of the time, have little to do with the world of design itself.
Visual arts, music, dance, literature and the like are often quoted as catalysts for some of the most inspiring spaces, and, in this issue, we sought to explore those connections and the nebulous middle ground where they coincide.
In our Shorts section, we preview two homes that act as public urban sculptures (one in Wanaka, another one in Auckland) and chat to an artist with a penchant for surrealism who has become a homewares designer with a passion for minimalism. For our cover story, we step into the artful living quarters of two industrial designers. We explore…
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Urbis (Digital) - 1 Issue, April - May 2020