Natalie Walton’s latest book, Home by the Sea, opens the doors to a range of diverse homes in the burgeoning creative community of Australia’s Byron Bay – we step into Zana Wright’s incredible rammed-earth home.

The Tropical Spanish by BYRDESIGN is a retro bungalow situated in Venice Beach in California – embracing its surfer surroundings, the restored home imbues a chill and coastal vibe.

Maison Balzac opens its second destination in Melbourne, with its exquisite and artistic interiors, it sets the perfect backdrop for its kaleidoscope of objects and fragrances for the home.

L&M Home’s new Spring/Summer Collection inspires a fresh start, with an appetite for colour and a time to celebrate life’s simple pleasures.

Taking inspiration from its heritage features, Past Romance offers calm and tranquillity to a light-filled inner-city retreat.

The Brighton Street Early Learning Centre designed by Danielle Brustman pushes the colour palette to its limits, creating a soft, playful and stimulating space for young imaginations.

In the birthplace of Priscilla, The Imperial Erskineville lives up to its history as a fabulous LGBTQI+ venue celebrated in delicious design by Alexander &CO.

Filled with narratives across Australia's far-reaching coastline, Surf Life connects inspiring stories of women surfers with a life filled with creativity.

Tokyo-born, Sydney-based Elliott Routledge creates bold contemporary abstract works ranging from painting and sculpture to large-scale public art works which demand our attention.

Cutter Cottage by Heartly design studio sees an uplifting renovation to an endearing yet worn out home, resurrecting the space with a fresh contemporary vision.

In this round-up of architecturally designed wineries, we take a closer look at stylish spots to sample a grape or two immersed in incredible design.

Sydney Design Week launches 15-22 September 2022 at the Powerhouse in partnership with Ace Hotel Sydney and Western Sydney University — bringing together designers across the country.