Celebrating Sustainability and Australian-Made Excellence
In today’s design landscape, understanding who makes our products, where they’re made, and how materials are sourced is more important than ever. Ethical production and environmental responsibility, locally made are no longer fringe ideals, they’re shaping the future of how we live, build, and consume.
With that in mind, our editorial team set out to celebrate the makers and brands who lead with integrity: those with a bold social conscience, a commitment to sustainability, and a deep connection to Country. These are the creators shaping a more thoughtful, beautifully responsible future, one that’s proudly made in Australia.
We’ve curated a selection of timeless, Australian-made designs that place sustainability at their core.
Voom Collection designed by Adam Goodrum, photography by Haydn Cattach.©Tait
Voom designed by Adam Goodrum for Tait, photography by Derek Swalwell with styling by Jess Kneebone. ©Tait
Tait : Crafting with Purpose in Melbourne
Melbourne-based Tait has long been a leader in sustainable Australian furniture design. With deep roots in local manufacturing, every Tait piece is imagined, prototyped, and built by skilled craftspeople in their Melbourne factory. Sustainability isn’t a buzzword, it’s embedded into every stage of their process, from materials sourcing to product longevity. They’re committed to full transparency and continuous improvement, producing durable designs that feel both current and timeless. One of our favourites is the Voom Lounger by Adam Goodrum, a sculptural piece that blends softness, modularity, and versatility in a form built to last.
©Koskela
©Koskela
Koskela : Designing for Good
“Designing for Good” is more than a tagline for Koskela, it’s their purpose. With a mission to use design as a vehicle for social change, Koskela proudly collaborates with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and makers to celebrate and elevate Australia’s First Nations culture. Their commitment to circularity by 2027 and zero emissions by 2035 sets a bold benchmark for the industry. With every piece, Koskela proves that ethics, culture, and commercial design can co-exist and thrive.
Their award-winning Jacob Sofa, a standout in their seating collection is a testament to their commitment to quality, comfort, and social impact.
Knotte - Almas Curved Concave in UNIFORM MELANGE 0413 ©Knotte
Almas Single Armchair in UNIFORM MELANGE 0553 - ©Knotte
Knotte : Smart, Modular, and 100% Australian crafted in Sydney
Designed and made entirely in Australia, Knotte creates beautifully modular seating systems that prioritise comfort, quality, and longevity. Their products are a celebration of local ingenuity, supporting the skill and talent of Australian makers while offering practical, future-focused design. Knotte’s modular systems are ideal for residential or commercial spaces where adaptability and enduring style are key, Knotte modular lounges are designed to bring a sense of calm and connection to the spaces they sit in. They invite people to take a moment to sit, reflect and connect before going on their way. The Almas sofa range is stunning.
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Sapphire Swivel Armchair - © Zuster Furniture 2025
Armchair by Zuster - © Zuster Furniture 2025
Alba Thermal Springs © Zuster Furniture 2025
Zuster — Handmade Luxury from Melbourne
Each piece by Zuster is crafted by hand in their Melbourne workshops, where design and craftsmanship come together under one roof. With four specialised studios : furniture, upholstery, chairs, and bathroom cabinetry Zuster produces made-to-order pieces defined by elegance, detail, and timeless function.
Zuster’s approach is deeply personal. Their team of craftspeople works on one piece at a time, taking it from raw timber to final detailing. One piece we like is the Sapphire Swivel Armchair, designed and handcrafted using Australian hardwood, it's a seamless blend of sculptural form and everyday comfort and it is featured at the Alba Thermal Springs.
See the Sapphire Swivel Armchair
Ngayuku Ngura My Country 2024 - NATSIAA
Muna Kulyuru ©magnt
Celebrating Indigenous Art
Last year, during a visit to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT), we attended the Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (NATSIAA), a powerful showcase of emerging and established Indigenous artists.
There, we discovered a striking piece by Allan Namaniyuo (Maningrida Country) but we were especially drawn to a vibrant work titled Ngayuku Ngura by Muna Kulyuru. “I paint my mother’s story,” she says, “I pass down the stories about women dancing around the fire, where my mother was born.” Her use of colour and movement is a celebration of Country, filled with energy, memory, and deep cultural knowledge. She was a Wynne Prize Finalist.
If you're looking to explore or collect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, we recommend:
At BEAU Architecture, we deeply value the artistry, sustainability, craftmanship and cultural richness that define Australian design. These creators are part of a growing movement shaping a more responsible design future.
If you’d like to be featured, please email us at info@beauarchitecture.com.au. We will send you our editorial guidelines.
THE BEAU Editorial team.