Journal

The Armadillo Journal is home to stories and conversations covering Places, People, and Purpose. You'll find features on people who inspire us, places and projects that delight us, explorations of ideas that ignite us, and rich reads for all those who journey with us.

Place

Via Donte by Ome Dezin

Jesse Rudolph and Joelle Kutner have mastered the fine line between honoring the past and imagining the future. Since 2020, the longtime friends and principals of design studio Ome Dezin have been lauded for breathing new life into some of Los Angeles’ most character-filled homes. Their latest project, Via Donte, has the glamour of an Italian palazzo thanks to its many exquisite vintage touches, yet feels as warm and welcoming as you would want a contemporary family home to be. Photography by Nils Tim & Tessa Neutstadt

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Project Grey by Montana Burnett

With her editorial-trained eye, Toronto-based interior designer Montana Burnett creates visually arresting spaces that lean into neutral palettes, natural materials and an eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary finds. Project Grey is no exception – a beautiful family residence that is as effortlessly livable as it is elegant. Photography by Lauren Miller

People

Experimental Evolution with Adam Goodrum

A luminary of the Australian design world, with a host of international accolades under his belt, Adam Goodrum balances respect for tradition with a playful approach to innovation. Below, he muses about the makeshift designs of his youth, the journey from prototype to production, and his hopes for the next generation of local designers. Visit our Sydney showroom to view his work in person.

People

The Measure of Materiality with Tom Fereday

With a body of work that spans furniture, lighting and object, Tom Fereday’s designs convey a sophisticated worldview shaped by his European upbringing and an inclination towards robust natural materials that feels distinctly Australian. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted to be beautiful and functional in equal measure, and both modern and unequivocally enduring.

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Bank Street by Penman Brown

A beautiful home is not just about how it looks, but how it makes you feel. It’s a sentiment deeply held by Megan Brown, principal of the Sydney-based design practice Penman Brown – and one accomplished to great effect in this coastal family home. Simple and spacious yet embedded with a worldly, artful elegance, the site now sits in harmony with its pristine natural surroundings. Styling by Claire Delmar Photography by Pablo Veiga

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A1000xBetter Book Launch

As part of SF Design Week, Armadillo hosted founder and principal designer of A 1000 X Better, Kirsten Blazek, for an intimate gathering to celebrate her debut book, Rebel by Design. In conversation with CA Home + Design editorial director, Lindsey Shook, Kirsten shared her design philosophy and how she carves out a unique corner in a crowded space, using art and personally meaningful objects as the foundation of her designs.

Playlist

The Armadillo Playlist Vol. 18 | Future Classics

Embark on a sonic journey through the ages with this liminal playlist – where calm meets eclectic, indie gems tangle with timeless tunes, and Scandi vibes blend seamlessly with global sounds. On repeat, these multi-instrumental melodies will elevate your creativity.

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A Conversation for Legends

As part of Legends 2024, Armadillo held a panel discussion at our LA flagship showroom in partnership with The Expert. Moderated by Dennis Scully, host of the Business of Home podcast, the thoughtful discourse featured insights from Jake Arnold, a celebrity interior designer and co-founder of The Expert, Shannon Wollack of Studio LIFE/STYLE and AD100 designer Mandy Cheng. Guests listened attentively as they discussed the wide-reaching influence of the West Coast aesthetic and the intricacies of being an interior designer in a constantly evolving industry.

People

Fleeting Beauty with Tildy’s Bonsai

In our encounters over the years with artists, makers and creatives, we’ve learned that anything of value takes time. Having honed his skills in the ancient art of bonsai and founded plant studio Tildy’s, Billy Ho has patience in spades. With his miniature trees making their presence known everywhere from the sanctum of his workspace to our quiet campaigns and sun-filled Sydney showroom, we sat down to discuss how a spare-time pursuit became a passion. Studio photography courtesy of Tildy’s Bonsai Campaign styling by Joseph Gardner Campaign photography by Anson Smart

People

Storied Design with Studio Gardner

Stylist Joseph Gardner has a preternatural talent for visual storytelling. If one were to collage his set designs, they would tell an emotionally resonant tale of interior worlds that luxuriate in quality craftsmanship. With the gallery and showroom Studio Gardner, he and partner Aaron Wong have endowed us with a treasure trove of covetable art, furniture and design to make our very own. Photography by Studio Gardner & Dave Wheeler

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Villa Des Fleurs with Chloe Tozer

When it came to updating their home in Peregian Beach, Queensland, Chloe Tozer and her partner Jack Clissold embraced a denouement full of history and character. The founder of CLO Studios, an acclaimed interior design atelier and boutique, is not one to shy away from color, texture and silhouette. To the contrary, inspired by the couple’s globe-trotting travels, Villa des Fleurs houses an exceptional collection of antique and vintage souvenirs showcased with contemporary flair. Styling by Emma Bestek  Photography by Lillie Thompson

People

A Layered Approach with Kirsten Blazek

As founder of A 1000 X Better, the lauded Los Angeles-based design firm, Kirsten Blazek has shown a knack for transforming blank spaces into striking interiors layered with history, individuality and meaning. As she launches her first book, Kirsten shares with us how color, texture and eclectic vintage finds can make a home feel warm, authentic and a pleasure to live in. Photography by Michael P.H. Clifford and Alex Zarour

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Cape Schanck by Studio Goss

We’re no stranger to the elegant design eye of David Goss, having commissioned his multi-disciplinary practice Studio Goss to bring the spatial incarnations of our brand to life across all six Armadillo showrooms. Their latest project is a residential wonder perched on the coast of the Mornington Peninsula – a series of strong yet serene courtyard spaces that capture the enigmatic beauty of natural and ambient light. Photography by William-Dirk du Toit

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Refined Luxury with Cuff Studio

It always feels like a beautiful alignment when we come across brands that share our intent as well as our esthetic. To celebrate the launch of Meadow, Cuff Studio recently curated an effortlessly stylish vignette at our San Francisco showroom featuring pieces from their new line of covetable furniture and furnishings. Below we speak to Wendy Schwartz who, alongside co-founder Kristi Bender, has championed female-led business, sustainable design and quality craftsmanship. Showroom photography by Bess Friday Campaign photography by Ori Harpaz