Adair writes extensively for ArchitectureAU in her role as Journalist/News Editor. She was previously a journalist for newspapers in regional Victoria.
Adair Winder's Latest contributions
Subiaco Continental by Kate Archibald Design
The invention of characters and the concept of site were critical components in Kate Archibald’s design of Perth’s new 400-capacity bistro, Subiaco Continental.
Hobart’s proposed Mac Point Stadium faces precarious future following heritage listing of goods shed
Hobart’s Macquarie Point Stadium proposal faces an uncertain future, following the Tasmanian Heritage Council’s decision to permanently include the Hobart Railway Goods Shed, situated at the stadium’s intended location, on the state heritage register.
Hotel Vera by Pitch Architecture
A grand 19th century mansion in Ballarat Central with a storied past has been sensitively adapted into boutique accommodation.
Heritage blow for Harry Seidler’s only religious building
The New South Wales Independent Planning Commission has advised the state’s planning department to deny local heritage listing for a Harry Seidler-designed college and synagogue in Sydney’s Bondi.
Anna Lenti unveils latest Paola Lenti collection during trip to Australia
During a recent visit to Melbourne and Sydney, Anna Lenti spoke with Adair Winder about the evolution of Paola Lenti and its latest Australian collection, now available at Dedece.
The House of Green: Natural Homes and Biophilic Architecture
The House of Green presents the residential work of architectural practices that are treating the built and natural realms as one cohesive entity rather than as separate and unrelated features of a home.
Bold colours and daring forms: Ornament is Not a Crime
In Ornament is Not a Crime, the “less is more” design mantra is rebuffed and replaced by a delightful assortment of bold colours, daring forms, dramatic curves and scalloped edges.
NT granted $4 billion for new housing but many want to see First Nations design involvement
The federal and Northern Territory governments will allocate $4 billion over 10 years for housing development in remote communities across the Northern Territory but some are calling for First Nations design involvement.
Plans unveiled for mixed-use tower above Sydney’s new Pyrmont Metro Station
Preliminary designs have been released for a mixed-use tower above Sydney’s Pyrmont Metro Station on Union Street – the latest over-station development proposed by Sydney Metro.
Designs released for Adelaide Football Club grounds in Thebarton
The new multi-purpose Adelaide Football Club grounds at Thebarton Oval and Kings Reserve will serve as a training facility and in-season match location for the club, as well as a place for community to gather.