Taylor Knights faced a familiar challenge, although never easy: bringing natural light into a narrow, long Victorian terrace on a dense site in Fitzroy.

Internal courtyards separate a series of pavilions set behind an 1850s Victorian terrace house with a glass walkway suspended above.

Bo Chu, Director of architecture practice Pitch AD, found a townhouse in Fitzroy after missing the hustle and bustle of city life after living in a leafy outer suburb.

At only 5m wide, this Melbourne terrace home of designer Dan Gayfer needed to make use of every square millimetre to ensure enough space, flexibility and functionality for his family.

Architect Douglas Wan wanted something simple for his own tiny apartment, avoiding the fancy gadgetry often found in tiny homes.

What defines good architecture and ultimately a well-designed home? If there was ever a perfect example it’s One MANI House by Mani Architecture.