CELEBRATING THE CITY – KANEBRIDGE QUARTERLY AUTUMN 2024
The latest issue explores the diversity and delight of living in our capitals
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The latest issue of Kanebridge Quarterly has just landed and we’re celebrating city living. From the best luxury apartments hitting the market to incredible houses transformed by the clever use of passive solar design, we showcase how city living in Australia is evolving and the challenges ahead to reach ever higher standards of living.
We kick off this issue with our story on the internationally recognised cool neighbourhoods in Sydney and Melbourne. They’re nowhere near the water, so what makes them so special? And how can you spot the next fashionable suburb? If you’re more about life’s little luxuries, check out our story on the rise of the apartment concierge — and where you can get in on the action. NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler also shares his vision for the construction of multi-residential projects, making builders more accountable than ever and bringing confidence back to the market.
In the Money section, as more homeowners feel the pinch amid stubbornly high interest rates, we look at ways to keep money in your pocket without the belt tightening, at least not much. Plus, we explore the world of investing in gems and jewellery, talking to the experts about what pieces truly appreciate in value. If you’re looking at where to get the best returns on your investments, we can point you in the right direction, from bricks and mortar, the cryptocurrencies (yes, they’re back), gold and more.
Lifestyle lovers will enjoy drawing back the curtain on some of the best designed homes in Australia, including a house in Melbourne that doesn’t need heating in winter. Plus, we drop in on Singapore designer Gabriel Tan, who moved his family to Portugal in the middle of COVID. And speaking of people on the move, our travel section looks at the growing market for solo travellers, and the travel companies catering to their interests.
It’s a packed issue, perfect for dipping into and taking away truly useful information. Get ready to invest in your best life.
International AI strategist Justin Kabbani will headline the Kanebridge Property Summit in Sydney on June 18, with tickets selling fast.
Scotch whisky expert, luxury hospitality strategist and Keeper of the Quaich inductee Ross Blainey is bringing a new philosophy of luxury experiences to Citizen Kanebridge.
King Living has unveiled a modular version of its Aura Sofa, bringing greater flexibility to the sculptural design collection as demand grows for furniture that can adapt to changing lifestyles.
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Australian furniture brand King Living has expanded its Aura Collection with the launch of a new modular sofa designed to blend contemporary aesthetics with adaptable living.
The Aura Sofa builds on the success of the Aura Island range, first introduced in 2023, which included indoor and outdoor sofas as well as fixed and swivel occasional chairs.
The latest evolution introduces modular functionality to the collection, allowing homeowners to configure the sofa to suit a variety of spaces and uses.
As living spaces continue to evolve, particularly in urban environments where flexibility is increasingly valued, furniture designers are placing greater emphasis on products that can adapt over time.
King Living says the new Aura Sofa has been developed with this trend in mind, enabling customers to create corner, L-shaped or U-shaped layouts, while also allowing additional modules to be added as needs change.
King Living founder David King said the original Aura concept began as an exploration of sculptural design before being reimagined as a modular system.
“Aura began as an exploration of sculptural form. Now, we’ve brought modularity into that design language, giving the freedom to reimagine your space with a modular design made for flexibility,” he said.
The collection’s defining feature remains its soft, flowing silhouette, with curved forms replacing traditional angular sofa designs.
The company describes the sofa as a response to changing lifestyles, where living rooms increasingly serve multiple purposes, from entertaining guests and family gatherings to quiet reading corners and work-from-home spaces.
Its rounded profile and minimalist aesthetic are intended to enhance the flow of contemporary interiors while maximising available space. According to the company, the design is equally suited to compact apartments and larger open-plan homes.
“Today, living space is both a luxury and a constraint. Aura is our response, a purposeful design that proves when intention and fluidity converge, the result can feel both expansive and refined,” King said.
Beyond aesthetics, the new sofa incorporates several engineering features synonymous with the King Living brand.
These include the company’s Postureflex steel suspension system, extra-high pocket springs and its signature steel frame, which is backed by a 25-year warranty. The company says the design has been engineered to deliver long-term comfort and durability.
Sustainability has also been a focus of the design. Each module features a removable cover that can be professionally cleaned, repaired or replaced individually, reducing the need to replace an entire sofa and potentially extending the product’s lifespan.
The Aura Sofa is available made to order in a range of premium fabrics and European leathers, allowing customers to tailor the piece to different interior styles and colour palettes.
Designed, manufactured and sold exclusively by King Living, the Aura Sofa launched in showrooms and online early this month, marking the latest addition to the Australian company’s growing portfolio of modular furniture designs.
ABC Bullion has launched a pioneering investment product that allows Australians to draw regular cashflow from their precious metal holdings.
Australia’s housing market rebounded sharply in 2025, with lower-value suburbs and resource regions driving growth as rate cuts, tight supply and renewed competition reshaped the year.
