Éric Gizard

Éric Gizard is a French architect and interior designer flying the flag for all that you associate with French design, style, finesse and a healthy dose of élan. "Passionate about contemporary design without ever forgetting the past, his spaces and objects always have a very innovative yet strongly personal feeling."

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Elmslie Osler Architects

Sparse modern lines don’t mean a lack of character or drama. Sleek shiny timber surfaces with cowhide walls and oversized Buddha heads. Punches of colour and gloss. Elmslie Osler Architects create drama where you’d expect pared back minimalism. Next time you think cold think COOL!

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Fernlund + Logan Architects

Fernlund + Logan Architects was established in New York in 1992 by Solveig Fernlund and Neil Logan. Their residential and commercial work has been published on numerous occasions, including in Dwell, Interior Design, The World of Interiors and the New York Times. I think I love their portfolio so much because their designs are simple which allows the furnishings to play a larger part in the design.

Pleysier Perkins

The pavilion is an important concept in Australian architecture at the moment. Interconnected spaces that are independent "boxes", parts of a whole. Living, sleeping, family, formal. Pleysier Perkins is based in Prahan, Melbourne but their portfolio extends to the Noosa hinterland, a beautiful place for a beautiful space. Homes are linear, address the outdoors and are sleek, modern and hard edged.

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Wilson & Associates

I suppose you could call the design firm of Wilson & Associates an empire, considering they have a staff of over 280 registered architects, accredited designers, design assistants and administrative staff. "The firm's design philosophy is simple, design for the market. No specific "style" or "look" is attributed to the firm, rather they create a custom project for each client and are very involved in research prior to beginning the actual design process. Designers seek to incorporate a geographical flavor into each project by the use of local craftsmen, artisans and artists...".