tigmi journal
An exploration of our inspired world of design. Meet the creatives, artisans, partners and design icons that we work with and who form our design inspiration and muses.
The Making of NARA by Tigmi
“I wanted to pay tribute to the sectional sofa that graced my childhood home in the 1970’s, a symbol of volume, comfort and versatility. With a nod to my favourite modernist designs, the Nara S [...]
Guide to Venice
Venice: Italy’s floating city, is truly one in which none other compares. The irresistible and dreamlike destination is connected by canals, magical light and rich Italian decadence, and is one [...]
Idleness awaits at La Tartane
"For this project, we wanted to create a real family vacation home—a fresh, cheerful, lively place. On the Riviera, there are many luxury establis [...]
Abandoned Italian Palaces
'Letting the light filter through the darkness', a masters interpretation of architectural design in the 20th century. What is it that is so enc [...]
Stahl House by Pierre Koenig
“It’s our home. We were all so comfortable growing up here. It did not feel like we were in the pressure of Los Angeles. It’s a quiet and peaceful spot.” — Bruce Stahl "They s [...]
The Sunseeker
Byron Bay has long been a meeting place for like-minded creatives to congregate and cultivate their best ideas. The local spirt has always called for an ‘all hands in’ approach, and Byron’s new [...]
Nicoletta Fasano on applying ancient techniques to new ideas
In Puglia, there is a small town of Grottaglie that has been known for centuries for its artisan ‘ceramica’ production. Pouring with rich history, it is a town full of happy artisans that welco [...]
Georges Adilon
“The exterior is the result of what has been designed inside.” An extraordinary creator and author of abundant work, French architect Georges Adilon was co [...]
Casa das Canoas - The family house of Oscar Niemeyer
"Straight angles do not attract me. Neither does the straight, hard, inflexible lines drawn by men. I am attracted to the free, sensuous curves I observe in [...]
Stefano Alderuccio on creating perfume house Via Dei Mille from the ashes of his grandfathers artisanal distillery
Scents can be autobiographical. Assigned to memories we carry from childhood into our adult lives. Markers of time, they allow us to recall a memory or simply a feeling - time and time again. I [...]
Guide to Byron Bay
Tigmi's free-spirited home of Byron Bay has long been a magnetic hub for creatives, hippies, surfers and lovers of wellness to enjoy the ultimate lifestyle. Set amongst a pristine natural lands [...]
Emma Lane from The Farm Byron Bay on Building a Sustainable Life
What began as nostalgic reminiscing of childhoods spent roaming free with nature, of freshly baked cakes, veggie gardens and beach hangs – sparked the Lane’s permanent move to Byron Bay to purs [...]
Guide To Puglia
If you've ever had the joy of summer spent in southern Italy - you'll know that Puglia is the perfect balance of rolling hills and turquoise coastline. The region boasts incredible design and a [...]
Taliah Lowry’s guide to New Zealand
Meet Taliah, the renovation and design expert behind Byron Beach Abodes, a collection of luxury accommodation in Byron Bay inspired by her travels. Her most recent project 'The Cabin' is a des [...]