space, line, form, light, colour, texture and pattern provide a useful vocabulary for understanding an interior. their value lies in the relationships between them, rather than a fixed formula.

our 2019 selection explored these ideas through furniture, art and architectural detail. the pieces remain credited to their respective designers; availability and specifications should be confirmed with the supplier.

Sculptural round pale table with a rounded pedestal base and flowering branches.

bell table, the wood room

the circular tabletop and rounded timber base show how a simple form can organise a gathering space. its proportions should be considered with the surrounding chairs and circulation.

Green sofa against a wall of repeating textured timber forms.

celosia, patricia urquiola

terracotta blocks introduce depth and a changing relationship between solid surface and opening. the composition demonstrates how a partition can filter a view while bringing texture to the architecture.

Orange upholstered sofa beside tall curtains in a softly lit living room.

togo, ligne roset

the sofa’s low, folded profile gives upholstery a sculptural expression. its scale and informal posture can change the balance of a sitting area, illustrating the relationship between furniture and the space around it.

Fan-shaped wall light with a central round globe against a pale wall.

half circle wall sconce, allied maker

a glass globe and ceramic backplate pair light with a material surface. the fitting has a clear visual identity even when unlit, bringing form and texture together.

Abstract composition of seated figures within curved muted colour shapes.

intertwined, emma currie

geometric shapes and a restrained palette of earthy tones give the artwork a distinct composition. it demonstrates how line and colour can establish a point of connection within an interior.

Veined stone sink with a dark curved tap integrated into the surrounding bench.

bellevue hill powder room, decus interiors

cipollino marble, vola tapware and blush leather tile create a layered material composition in this decus interiors project. each surface contributes a different texture and reflection within the compact room.

Bathroom with warm textured walls, a recessed shelf and a white bath.

fl005 tiles, tiles of ezra

the unglazed moroccan tiles pictured reveal the variation of their raw material and making. repeated across a surface, their colour and texture become part of the room’s larger rhythm.

Bright living room with angled glazing, long seating and leafy plants.

net table, moroso

laser-cut steel forms a low composition of discs and cylinders. the pattern can appear open or solid as the viewpoint changes, illustrating how an object’s expression depends on its setting.

our essendon studio’s melbourne interior design considers these relationships alongside furniture selection and art selection, giving each element a deliberate place within the complete interior.

the elements in conversation