Prepare to embark on an architectural journey of wonder, where the ordinary material we know and love, stainless steel, transcends mere functionality and undergoes a profound transformation into an awe-inspiring surface.
The 'Ripple' effect emerges as a truly captivating interplay of form and reflection through a pattern press treatment and artful polish. Serving to enhance any space across all types of residential and commercial projects such as lobbies, spas, corridors, joinery units, bar splashbacks, feature walls, counters and facades.
Defying convention, Ripple is available in mirror and satin polish silver, gold, champagne, copper, blue and black in both 304 and 316 grade stainless steel for all internal and external applications. Spanning across impressive sheet sizes up to 1500x3000mm in thicknesses ranging from 0.6-2mm, with capabilities for folding, perforating and single or compound curving.
Ripple is a canvas of possibility. Axolotl can infuse any design and colour onto the surface, as shown on the artwork pictured below, ‘Reminiscence’ by Victoria Hempstead for the RACV, making it a truly individualized masterpiece that tells a unique story.
One of our latest creations radiates a soft glowing matte reflection, an endless depth of colour and a soft-to-touch velvet finish that instantly evokes a memory of tranquillity.
Zen Glass is our answer to your vision of low-key luxury, transcending all design trends through the test of time.
More than a material, Zen glass captures both the tactile and emotional aspects of design; an offering to realise a philosophy in creating a built environment. Whether you're drawn to a sense of calm with soothing earthy tones, the effervescence of vibrant hues, or the timelessness of an elevated basic - neutral shades.
At Axolotl, customisation is our forte, and Zen Glass is no exception. Our skilled team makes-to-order each Zen glass so that every colour, pattern, dimension and shape is entirely bespoke, empowering your creativity without limits. Available in a range of thicknesses from 4mm-19mm across an expansive 3200x2500mm maximum panel size.
Transform your design with a striking feature panel, enrich your bathing ritual with a shower screen, create an allure to any joinery unit, or tempt your curiosity by curving to almost every counter - Zen glass effortlessly adapts to your vision.
Embrace the softness, versatility, and essence of Zen Glass to elevate your interior spaces. Whether for residential, commercial, or hospitality settings, let Zen Glass infuse your surroundings with peaceful refinement.
Introducing the revolutionary Linen Glass by Axolotl! This cutting-edge product brings together the best of 3D printing technology and artistic finesse to create an alluring soft pattern that can be applied to one or both faces of the glass. The result is a stunning visual and tactile effect that enhances any space it adorns.
Linen Glass offers unparalleled versatility, as it can be applied to Lustre glass in any colourway and various colours of float glass, including bronze, grey, low iron, mirror and clear, allowing you to select the perfect hue to complement your design vision.
Moreover, Linen Glass boasts exceptional durability and safety. Select from toughened, annealed, or laminated glass, depending on your preferences and the intended application.
Recognising the unique nature of every project, Axolotl offers the freedom to fully tailor the design of Linen Glass to match your creative vision. All Linen Glass is made-to-order, with the maximum panel size an impressive dimension of 2400x1600mm, empowering larger and more captivating installation, now within reach.
Suitable for internal and external applications across residential, hospitality and commercial projects, Linen Glass transforms ordinary surfaces into works of art.
Welcome the future of glass design with Axolotl's Linen Glass. Embrace the limitless possibilities of this innovative product and elevate your designs to new heights of beauty and sophistication.
After the successful release of our video on the Evolution of Possible, we are excited to announce the completion of our latest project - a video showcasing How we Evolve Possible.
At the heart of the video is a celebration of creativity, ingenuity, and the spirit of exploration that drives us to constantly evolve and improve. We hope that our viewers will be inspired by our journey and gain a deeper appreciation for the passion and dedication that goes into creating truly transformative work.
We invite you to join us on this journey of discovery and evolution as we continue to push the limits of what is possible and pave the way for a brighter and more innovative future. We hope you enjoy our video on How We Evolve Possible.
Over the past year, the highly skilled team at Axolotl Art Projects (AAP) have collaborated with renowned design studio Broached Commissions to bring to life a breathtaking transformation of the iconic Continental Hotel in the charming seaside town of Sorrento, Melbourne.
With a focus on delivering unique and captivating pieces, AAP partnered closely with acclaimed designer Adam Goodrum and Broached to craft "Whorl", an inspiring dichroic glass mobile. This was a central expression of the Broached curatorial focus on flowers. Hanging elegantly in the hotel's atrium space that connects the heritage and new wing of the complex, the installation comprises 48 handcrafted glass panels, each one meticulously shaped and polished. The mobile's dichroic glass splashes coloured light throughout the space, bathing the space in a mesmerising glow.
Additionally, the Axolotl team were entrusted with the production of a second expansive installation entitled "Centella", designed by Broached Commissions. Broached selected this plant because it is native to the coastal area and its historical use as a medicinal herb made it perfect for the healing program of the Aurora day spa. This gentle, yet expansive work required the creation and installation of over 560 individual copper elements that present as six distinct sculptural murals positioned at pivotal moments in the Aurora spa. Each of these elements was meticulously surveyed and installed by the skilled team at Axolotl, resulting in a truly stunning work of art that enhances the tranquil atmosphere of the spa.
Overall, through our collaboration with Broached Commissions, Axolotl has once again demonstrated our unwavering commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and design, bringing to life two unique and remarkable pieces that have truly elevated the Continental Hotel to new heights of elegance and sophistication.
In this video, viewers get an inside look at the collaboration between Nina Maya Interiors and Axolotl on a recent project in Northbridge, Sydney. Throughout the project, Nina and the team at Axolotl worked closely together to create custom pieces for the home, including glass features, elevator panels, doors, artwork and more.
The video showcases the stunning end result of the collaboration, highlighting the unique and personalised touches that make this home truly one-of-a-kind. Viewers can see the intricate details and craftsmanship that went into each piece, from the delicate etchings on the glass panels to the subtle play of light and shadow in the lit interiors.
Throughout the video, Nina shares her insights into her design process, discussing how they approached each element of the project and the creative choices they made along the way. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of collaboration and the value of working with skilled artists and artisans to bring her vision to life.
Overall, the video is a celebration of the collaborative spirit and the power of creativity to transform spaces and enrich our lives. This video is sure to inspire and delight, and we hope you enjoy watching it.
We are thrilled to share this video of the collaborative journey between featured artist Jade Oakley and Axolotl where Jade tells of her experience working alongside Axolotl. Throughout our decade-long partnership, Jade has created multiple public artworks incorporating a broad selection of Axolotl’s materials and processes.
In this short video, Jade details the capabilities of Axolotl Art Projects, including not only fabrication services but also extensive design assistance, engineering expertise, project management and detailed documentation to ensure the flawless execution of every project.
Jade lists the benefits of working with Axolotl’s team of experts, combining our creative vision and technical knowledge to bring Jade's breathtaking works of art to reality. She also discusses our successful collaborations, including large-scale public art installations and intricate architectural details.
Axolotl is pleased to announce the completion of the latest Level Cross Removal project in Victoria, an integrated art commission by artist Catherine Woo.
The artwork utilises the highly visible soffit on both station platforms, to reflect a layer of the area’s ecological history, and create a visually dynamic addition to the building, that will in turn reflect the current life around it. Responding to the theme of geology, the intention is to echo the wetland that characterised the area before European settlement: a layer of its ecological past reflected onto the ceiling of the new building.
The design is based on the rippling patterns that occur on still water and that would have been a constant feature of the marshland: patterns created by water droplets, or the undulations created around moving reeds or trees that once flourished in the wetland.
In this way, the columns of the soffit become central to the arrangement of the design – the concentric circles emanating from where they meet the ceiling – merging the columns’ architectural reference to local vegetation with the intent of the artwork.
Reflection is key to the concept: the planar nature of the canopy accentuating the geological strata underneath, and the rippling design reflects the waterscape that was once integral to the area. The sheen of the anodised aluminium recalls the surface of the former wetland, reflected on the soffit. The concept is also designed to reflect the present day, with the material responding to the movement and changing viewpoint of the pedestrians and commuters that use this civic space, creating a sense of welcome and interest for those that pass through, as visitors or commuters.
The success of Reflections is seen in the artwork's seemingly effortless ability to navigate around the complex layout of the architectural soffit with all the necessary station services integrated within.
The final design and layout of the artwork was aided by 3D surveys of the platforms and involved a comprehensive design development phase working with the artist and client to achieve the desired concept.
A complex artwork to execute, Reflections is created from 486 unique panels all designed, engineered, and fabricated with the highest quality materials and technologies in order to achieve a long standing artwork for the local patrons to enjoy.
With the end of the year fast approaching, we’d like to take a moment to reflect.
We wish to extend a thank you to everyone at Axolotl and to all the designers, architects, artists, builders, and renovators who we’ve been privileged to work alongside.
2022 has seen the completion of some memorable projects from architecture to art.
A standout would have to be this one of a kind Axolotl Terracotta garage door on a stunning new build in Bronte. ‘AES’ is another striking result from the creative minds at Bijl working with artist Marcus Piper. The multi-panel bronze artwork is integrated around the main stairwell of the residence and features a graphic made from a combination of custom machining and 3D printing.
We’re also excited to have worked on three unique projects by Foster and Partners. Two were for the prestigious new Circular Quay Towers, where we have completed all the lift interiors in custom Lustre Spectrum glass, as well as multiple shopfronts in custom-designed Halo glass, Timber Link, sheet metal and Axolotl applied semi-precious metals and concrete. Once complete it will be a stunning showcase of Axolotl ingenuity in the centre of Sydney!
The third Foster project takes Axolotl to the Big Apple and the prestigious new Hudson Yards where we created 200m2 of custom 3D printed Champagne Bronze feature wall cladding for the lobby, cafe bar and washrooms.
Circular Quay. Sydney
Hudson Yards, New York
It has been another exciting and productive year for AAP. Two glass art projects bookend the year, with the suspended ‘Petal Sworl’ artwork by Adam Goodrum, with creative direction by Broached Commissions, installed at the Continental Hotel Sorrento at the start of 2022, and the ‘To see or not to see’ work by Karla Dickens, installed at the entry of the Art Gallery of New South Wales last month.
In between, our team have delivered a range of other art projects, including a mammoth 1200m2 artwork, ‘Reflections’ by Catherine Woo, to the soffit of Merinda Park Station, and the multi-wall ‘Centella’ artwork by Broached Commissions for The Continental Hotel, Sorrento which features over 560 handcrafted copper leaves.
Axolotl also expanded internationally, opening two new 10,000 sqm factories - one in Thailand and the other in North America, both with state-of-the-art equipment and machinery. This gives Axolotl the capacity to service the world as well as creating opportunities for our Australian clients to specify Axolotl surfaces on larger-scale projects.
We hope you enjoy this video showcasing the new possibilities of working with Axolotl surfaces.
As we farewell 2022, we wish you all the best for a healthy, happy and successful 2023.
Axolotl will be closed for our annual shutdown from midday Friday, December 23 and reopen Monday, January 9, 2023.
Kick off your shoes, grab a drink, and groove to our songs with our summer playlist.
Coined after the bronze currency of the ancient Romans, the AES artwork is a modern treasure.
The custom Marcus Piper artwork was commissioned by Bijl Architecture for a private residence in Sydney’s Neutral Bay.
A self-described digital craftsperson – Piper creates finely detailed digital masterpieces which are physically built with unique and often modern fabrication processes. The site-specific AES artwork is a prime example, created with several modern and exacting technologies.
Axolotl has had the pleasure of collaborating with Piper on a series of art projects over the years. Each concept provides the opportunity for a new material combination or fabrication technique to be explored. In true form, AES was crafted with an innovative combination of techniques including a hand-polished and patinated Axolotl Bronze surface, precision machining and ultra-fine 3D printing.
The large-scale artwork is formed from multiple carved and embossed bronze panels. The geometry of the work was informed by the unique position along the stairwell and the brief to integrate the architectural handrail within.
Accentuating moments and highlights have been specifically placed throughout the work to play with the natural and artificial light, casting and creating shadows that present a different experience with each interaction. The concept and palette of the work mean that you will never see the artwork the same way twice, with factors such as the time of day, speed, and position of viewing all resulting in a unique viewing experience. Light and reflection combine to create an optical phenomenon with details that highlight and shift as you walk by.
AES is a true collaboration between the architect, artist, Axolotl, Stuart Wilson Constructions and Pittwater Joinery who all enthusiastically supported Piper’s vision, helping to develop, create and deliver the artwork.
