Gemma Battenbough

We can reveal the winner of an international design competition for a 33-storey tower in Sydney's circular Quay.

The state government needs to stop being held ransom by the development industry if it is to cope with five million people, says an expert.

A subtropical prefab home is being constructed on a dormant site in Brisbane's South Bank.

The acclaimed Japanese architect has designed a series of conceptual bathroom products using water-worn shapes and flowing lines.

"Innovative yet realistic" residential design won three lucky winners a share of a $34,000 prize fund at last night's awards.

The pioneering firm has revealed its latest venture - an ideas-driven industrial design firm.