Ideas - Hortenzia

The Greater Impact of the Melbourne Pollinator Corridor

It’s a topic that’s been discussed for years but no real action has taken place - should gardening in nature strips be allowed and encouraged? With nature strips forming more than a third of …

Sustainability

Weekly Wrap-Up – August 19

With the constantly changing political and social climate, it’s hard to keep up with key events that take place. Each week we compile a highlight of notable events so that you can remain informed …

Weekly Wrap-Up

Weekly Wrap-Up – August 12

With the constantly changing political and social climate, it’s hard to keep up with key events that take place. Each week we compile a highlight of notable events so that you can remain informed …

Weekly Wrap-Up

Whilst lockdown provided solace from an unknown and frightening threat, we unknowingly traded romance for the safety of sterility. Huei Yin Wong examines our loss of intimacy following the pandemic through her first solo …

Art

Instagram’s Transformation Over the Last Decade

At its peak, Instagram was a booming platform where people could share square-shaped aesthetic photos depicting lavish lifestyles and picturesque brunches. There was an understanding amongst brands that focusing on Instagram alone was a …

Social Media

The Dying Nature of the Curated Influencer

The rise in authenticity across social media platforms has left a gaping hole where the picture-perfect, curated Instagram influencer was propped up on a pedestal. Coupled with rising calls for brands to take social …

Social Media

The Shift to Regenerative Design

The current dynamic of sustainable architecture is no longer enough for current and future architecture design. The next step focuses on constructing buildings that actively reverse the damage of construction through integration with and …

Sustainability

CoPower – The New Green Alternative to Corporate Energy

At a time where fossil fuel companies are taking advantage of the Ukraine war to hike prices for greater profit margins, CoPower offers a refreshing alternative to large conglomerates. Their philosophy is underpinned by …

Sustainability

The Harsh Reality of Fast Fashion Brands on Society

The rise of ‘ultra’ fast fashion brand Shein electrified the Western world with its super cheap, fast and on-trend clothing items. But behind the brand facade lies a sinister reality underpinning their shady labour …

Sustainability

Terminology for Inclusivity in 2022

Image: Greg Rosenke Diversity, equity and inclusion have become increasingly highlighted in recent years, as many marginalised groups push to remove barriers that exclude them. Language is a quintessential focus of this movement - …

Social

Visit: Lee Ufan Museum

Nestled between the rolling green hills of Naoshima, Japan, lies the Lee Ufan Museum. The museum marks the collaboration between unconventional artist Lee Ufan and architect Tadao Ando, and together their works resonate and …

Photo Study

Exploring TikTok As A New Avenue For Brands

Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto Via Getty Images Often disregarded by people as a “dancing app for children”, two years since its inception TikTok has completely transformed the social media landscape. Its influence has already spread to …

Marketing · Social Media

Why Sustainability is Important – and Why Businesses Must Act Now

As the younger generation calls for climate change to be addressed and more businesses to adopt sustainable practices, the supply chain operations and manufacturing processes of brands are becoming increasingly scrutinised.

Sustainability

The Importance of Multichannel Marketing in the Constantly Shifting Social Media Landscape

In its plight to remain relevant in the rapidly shifting social media landscape, Instagram has begun experimenting with new features that completely change the original nature of the platform. From a picture-perfect curated feed …

Marketing · Social Media