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Bridge House | RAAarchitects

Bridge House sees an existing 1980’s building divided into two ‘boxes’ by a large ‘cut-out’. The result is a new northwest-facing entry courtyard and internal circulation. From the architect: Bridge House sees an existing 1980’s...

Project | 01/06/2024

Poetica | COX

the creative legacy of past locals William Blue and Brett Whitely, the conceptual narrative creates a timeless clubhouse for the North, raw and natural - brimming with whimsical moments, theatre, and timeless simplicity. Art, food & drinks...

Project | 01/06/2024

Binary House: Where spatial and material opposites meet

significantly retained – while new work is built from a restrained, pre-finished and robust low maintenance material palette for a long-term outcome,” says Polly. “While it creatively accommodates the owner’s spatial requirements, the...

Project | 01/06/2024

Wowowa House

& apricot double storey triple brick veneer – many with deco waterfall edges and glamorous garages with roof decks above that connect to contribute to a grand entry sequence. One might ascend the stairs, drink martinis on the terrace before...

Project | 01/06/2024

Frazer House | Studio P Architecture and Interiors

bringing it up to date for the 21st century. The result is a stunning space equally timeless and contemporary. The restoration features oversized timber windows that have been restored to capitalise on the stunning waterfront views. Natural wood...

Project | 01/06/2024

Campbell Street House | Chan Architecture

light, ventilation, and a green outlook for the main living space. Moving towards the rear of the house is a home office with a direct view into a workshop dedicated to BMW rally cars. This well-equipped workshop can house up to four BMWs and...

Project | 01/06/2024

Bright colours and bold cut-outs define learning spaces in Frankston Centre

Formerly cell-like classrooms accessed by long dark corridors have been converted into light, bright and exciting learning environments by architect Chaulk Studio. From the architect: The Frankston Primary School Early Learning Centre project...

Project | 01/06/2024

Caladenia Street House by Strine Environments

to climate change effects, including increased temperatures and frequency of heat wave conditions, but deals with these impacts differently from the typical installation and use of air conditioning units. Essentially a ‘climate proof...

Project | 01/06/2024

Bay house refurb provides new lease of life

With its wide street frontage and charming façade, modifications to this eastern suburbs residence included new garaging, pool and cabana as well as significant internal modifications. From the architect: With its wide street frontage and...

Project | 01/06/2024

Dot Comme Gallery Shop

where the collection was concealed in a backroom. Shoppers may scroll through the online store of Dot Comme at a table by Gaetano Pesce and Memphis Milano, which is from owner Octavius La Rosa’s personal collection. Once selected, pieces are...

Project | 01/06/2024

Oatley Train Station

A new curved steel truss bridge spans the railway corridor, reminiscent of the Sydney rail network’s 19th century steel bridges. From the archiects: As part of Transport for New South Wales’ Oatley Station accessibility upgrade, a new...

Project | 01/06/2024

South Terrace House | Chan Architecture

and light fittings. A new generous kitchen and dining area at the rear are separated from a sunken living room by a double-sided wood fireplace and hearth. The white stacked brickwork of the fireplace provides a solid visual anchor for the...

Project | 01/06/2024

Paddington Reservoir Gardens adaptive re-use

general expectation was that the site would be capped off and a brand new arrangement built on top. However, we were captivated by the possibilities of revealing the 19th century structures as a ruin through which members of the public could...

Project | 01/06/2024

Elwood Duplex | de.arch

effectively allowed the existing dwelling to house the living quarters of the family and increases the home’s functionality. Storage solutions have been implemented discreetly, in order to not take away from the openness of the addition. The...

Project | 01/06/2024

Opening up: Hip & Gable by Architecture Architecture

. In response, the architect’s design references key elements of the Californian Bungalow, reinterpreting them in a contemporary manner. New pitched roofs continue the logic of the existing house, yet are strategically modified in response to...

Project | 01/06/2024

Wilston House | Wrightson Stewart

original home. This interplay creates a dynamic new silhouette, its sharp lines and formal gestures a refreshing counterpoint to the cottage's charm. As opposed to a complete juxtaposition, the architects deftly draw on the Queenslander's...

Project | 01/06/2024

1960s Melbourne warehouse revitalised as inner-city family home

– such as high ceilings and large floorplans – far exceeds any one sub-cultural group. This was the case for Zen Architects’ Up-Cycled Warehouse project, a conversion of a 1960s warehouse in the Melbourne suburb of Richmond. Completed in...

Project | 01/06/2024

The Janus-like Robinson Road House

living and dining spaces. Large, full height sliding doors run the length of the extension on the northern side of the extension, blurring the lines between inside and outside, giving the impression of one large space. One of the defining features...

Project | 01/06/2024

Sefton House | Tim Stewart Architects

narrative into the fabric of a pre-war Queenslander, birthing Sefton House. This architectural tapestry meticulously balances respect for the past with an audacious vision for the future, resulting in a home that speaks volumes about 21st-century living...

Project | 01/06/2024

“Bold sculptural piece” sits proudly in suburban Melbourne

Ola Studio aimed to present a confident contemporary architecture to the neighbourhood that both referenced and conversed with its heritage context. From the architect: This home sits proudly within a characteristically diverse heritage...

Project | 01/06/2024

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