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In Conversation with Interior Designer Megan Hounslow In Conversation with Interior Designer Megan Hounslow
Netherby brings a sense of clarity and resonance to its storied past, with Neil Architecture and Megan Hounslow combining to craft the foundations for the home’s coming chapters.
Read ArticleMegan Hounslow’s ‘Interim’ series is on display at In Good Company Megan Hounslow’s ‘Interim’ series is on display at In Good Company
An exploration of subliminal qualities found within the rhythms of nature, a capture and meditation of moments: be drawn into the work and allow nature to teach stillness – Megan
Read ArticleTempered Balance – Netherby by Neil Architecture and Megan Hounslow Tempered Balance – Netherby by Neil Architecture and Megan Hounslow
Netherby brings a sense of clarity and resonance to its storied past, with Neil Architecture and Megan Hounslow combining to craft the foundations for the home’s coming chapters.
Read Article2021 Gallery (Shortlist) 2021 Gallery (Shortlist)
With smart contemporary forms composed in celebration of existing heritage spaces, Netherby’s bold new iteration comprises an extension and sensitive remapping of a 140-year old home.
Read ArticlePart Home, Part Gallery – Hawthorn East Part Home, Part Gallery – Hawthorn East
As part gallery, part home, the foundations from which Hawthorn East are built needed to embody an innate flexibility and become a chameleon of sorts.
Read ArticleA Spanish Beauty – St Kilda East A Spanish Beauty – St Kilda East
With its existing Spanish Mission stylings preserved, St Kilda East sees the insertion of key formal and transitionary elements that connect the inside and out, echoing a Mediterranean sensibility.
Read ArticleA Celebration of Character and Charm – Melbourne Loft A Celebration of Character and Charm – Melbourne Loft
Located in one of the many laneways of the city centre, Melbourne Loft takes pride of place in a previous dressmaker’s quarters and reinvents itself as a residential enclave.
Read Article2020 Gallery (Shortlist) 2020 Gallery (Shortlist)
A beautiful, dilapidated Victorian shopfront is transformed into a local hero, fusing contemporary chic with nostalgic charm.
Read ArticleWellness by Design – Willow Urban Retreat Wellness by Design – Willow Urban Retreat
Architect Melanie Beynon and interior designer Megan Hounslow, working together as Meme during the time of the project, identify through their design of Willow Urban Retreat the exceptional impact our surroundings can make to our state of being. “Our process explored how space, light and materiality can actively contribute to human health, performance and well-being,” describes Megan.
Read ArticleCarter Lovett Carter Lovett
A beautiful, dilapidated Victorian shopfront is transformed into a local hero, fusing contemporary chic with nostalgic charm.
Read ArticleWillow Urban Retreat Willow Urban Retreat
When combining the notions of ‘sanctuary’ and ‘self-care’ — our first thought is an exotic escape abroad.
Read ArticleWillow Urban Retreat Melbourne by Meme Design Willow Urban Retreat Melbourne by Meme Design
It’s everything you’re looking for in a space to retreat to. It has all the calming elements of white and height with the spatial simplicity of a Japanese Dojo. The uncluttered nature of both this design and the effect it has on the clarity of one’s mind is impressive.
Read ArticleAmaru Melbourne Amaru Melbourne
Designed by Meme, Amaru in Armadale, Melbourne is elegant and understated. Inspired by the austerity of Spanish design, the focus is on simplicity and restraint – a simple backdrop for the dishes to shine against.
Read Article2018 Results Shortlist (Interior- Health & Wellness) 2018 Results Shortlist (Interior- Health & Wellness)
Located in Australia, Willow Urban Retreat consists of a wholefood cafe, a movement and meditation studio, a day spa and a detox facility.
Read ArticleCommunity spirit drives award winners Community spirit drives award winners
Founding partners Megan Hounslow and Melanie Beynon, who were fellow interior design students at RMIT in the late 1990s, spent a lot of time developing their careers overseas after graduating.
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