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Restraint and Place.

Films that explore Australian homes through simplicity and connection to place.

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Shady Creek Farm House by MRTN Architects

Rooted in Shady Creek’s agricultural vernacular, this farmhouse is embedded in the working life of the property, being practical, durable and quietly refined.

Alpine House by DX Architects

Alpine House pares life back to its essentials, where black stained plywood, refined detailing and expansive glazing offer a quiet retreat above Myrtleford, shaped by the needs of its designer.

Little Brick House by Ben Callery Architects

Behind a beloved family home, this compact laneway dwelling balances sustainability, density and ageing-in-place while pairing material honesty with spatial generosity.

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How This Contemporary Extension on a Victorian Home Engages with the Native Garden

Located on a small block in Northcote, this sustainable contemporary extension interacts with the elements and allows the owners to live in their garden.

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How An Eco-Friendly House Extension Provides This Family With a Calming Sanctuary

Sometimes a small and simple intervention is all that is needed to allow a family to live more comfortably and sustainably.