STUDIO NvS is proud to announce that Director Fiona Nixon has been elevated to Life Fellowship of the Australian Institute of Architects—the highest honour class for practicing architects. The life fellowship was awarded by the National Council for “contribution to the advancement of the profession through design, construction, advocacy and urban design.” Fiona started working in architecture in 1989, and has enjoyed a 35-year career designing and delivering projects across Australia and Asia in the cultural, hospitality and workplace sectors.

Aman has launched the STUDIO NvS-designed Amankila Residences to market. Master-planned for Bali’s Karangasem Regency, the 11 luxury homes are a modern interpretation of the language of the neighbouring resort, drawing inspiration from local village planning and the hotel’s enduring architectural design. The steep terrain affords each villa sweeping views of the Lombok Strait, with a terrace-fronting infinity pool that merges with the horizon echoing Amankila’s iconic tiered pool. Thatch-roofed pavilions step across the hillside, connected by open walkways and a natural stone plinth. STUDIO NvS was engaged by Aman to master plan the development and design the architecture and interiors of four distinct villa types. Construction will begin in 2025.