After discovering a gap in the market for sustainable and beautifully designed water filters for the home, Montana Mincher and Declan Walters, from Kyn & Folk, decided to make their own – creating vessels that explore the line between art and utility.

Byron Bay-based ceramic artist Bianca Pintan injects energy and texture into her ceramic pieces – letting her inner child guide her work.

In the beautiful country of Aotearoa New Zealand, the landscape is celebrated through design that honours the environment and the culture that takes care of it. We looked at four businesses — from handcrafted rugs and compostable packaging to locally designed and made furniture, lighting, and objects — that put Aotearoa on the design map.

Melbourne-based designer and artist Jordan Fleming uses humanistic reference points such as humour to elevate her designs beyond their programmatic function.

Noosa-based jeweller and sculptor, Holly Ryan, embodies an innate respect for the environment and natural world through handmade, considered design.

New Zealand-born Craig Spencer, from Spencer Ceramics, creates ceramic pieces drawing on his extensive design background from his Byron Bay studio.

Nicole Steele’s new design destination in Byron Bay, which she shares with local artist Jai Vasicek, features a beautifully curated selection of ceramics and plants

Set on a tiny block of under 70 square metres, Newtown House by Architect George is an exploration of how to cleverly utilise every inch of a compact site.

Artist Samantha McIntyre balances her creative focus between ceramics and painting. Her artistic eye is applied to all areas of her life; from her home and business, to her sprawling rooftop garden.

BZIPPY, founded and directed by Los Angeles ceramicist Bari Ziperstein, celebrates innovation and evolution through challenging the status quo of conventional ceramic production.

Designed by Timmins + Whyte, 10 Fold House is an Edwardian home with a ‘folding’ roof, which maximises natural light and reflects the pattern of neighbouring homes.

In her multidisciplinary practice, Clementine Stoney Maconachie explores strength and simplicity – through her organically bold sculptures.