Nick V, Author at Softer Volumes

Interview: In Good Company

A conversation with Co-Founder and Director, Louise Bastiras

The team behind Melbourne furniture showroom In Good Company has created an experience that resembles "shopping with a trusted friend". Softer Volumes spoke with Co-Founder and Director, Louise Bastiras, to find out more about the brands they've curated, the atmosphere in the showroom, and the design of the store itself.

Gifting Season

A collection of thoughtful gifts for family and friends

Welcome to the Softer Volumes 2022 Gift Guide. From elegant homewares to elevated wardrobe pieces, creative tools and the latest tech for enhancing your life, these curated objects are a thoughtful selection of gift ideas for loved ones this Christmas.

In Focus: New Apple AirPods Pro

Our 5 favourite new features of the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)

In addition to richer, crisper sound due to Apple’s new H2 chip and custom amplifier, there’s a host of smart features that make the AirPods Pro 2 more convenient to use in your daily life. Below we’ve outlined our favourite features of the new AirPods Pro that we’ve been enjoying since their release.

Modern Jungle Hideout

A contemporary, authentic Balinese experience at Bisma Eight Hotel

Located in the natural and cultural heart of Ubud, Bisma Eight Hotel offers a contemporary take on an authentic Balinese experience amongst the lush greenery of central Bali. The hotel feels like a dreamy hideout, with an atmosphere of relaxation present throughout the property.

Why a Chore Jacket is a Wardrobe Essential

Introducing the Japanese Canvas Jacket by Bandsome

There's something about a chore jacket that makes it a dependable go-to piece whenever the temperature starts to drop. Maybe it's the fact that they're so versatile and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Or maybe it's because they're perfect for those days when you don't know what to wear, but you want to look put together.

Best Luxury Hotel Suites in Sydney

Upgrade your stay with these stunning hotel rooms

From the quintessential hotel suite experience to a more relaxed vibe akin to kicking back in your dream inner-city apartment, our list of the best luxury hotel suites in Sydney will have you inspired to check in sooner rather than later (and politely enquiring about the possibility of a late check out before you know it).

Luscious Seclusion

Bisma Eight Villas – Ubud, Bali

Walking into Bisma Eight Villas feels like a long, slow exhale of breath. A sense of calm is present throughout the property, and each of the 12 expansive villas has been mindfully crafted to offer a particularly relaxing and luxurious stay.

Best Cafés in Singapore

A guide to beautifully-designed specialty coffee shops in Singapore

Singapore is one of the best cities in the world for specialty coffee and design enthusiasts. There's a wealth of cafés across the city to visit, each offering their unique take on the coffee drinking experience, enhanced by interesting interior design to ensure a memorable experience for their guests. Enjoy this selection of the best cafés in Singapore.

Inside Australia’s Contemporary Urban Resort (Video)

Where brutal modernism and lush greenery form a city oasis

Softer Volumes presents a new video interview series exploring the stories behind some of Australia's best design destinations and brands. In this episode, we visit The Calile Hotel, which takes centre stage on Brisbane’s fashionable James St. We spoke to The Calile’s owner and general manager about the hotel’s inspiration and design—gaining insight into the type of experience they’ve created for guests when staying at what has quickly become an icon of Australian hospitality.

Capturing Finer Details

Macro photography with iPhone 13 Pro

Photography has the power to reveal new perspectives on subjects and open our eyes to different ways of seeing the world around us. Achieving beautifully-detailed close-up or 'macro' shots where the subject is larger than it is in real life is possible with the advanced camera system in the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max.

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