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Yellowgums by Stonehouse + Irons Architecture
Informed by a love of camping and the native canopy of Bellarine Yellow Gums, this home is elevated above the ground, wrapped in cement sheet and timber, and defined by warmth, durability and a deep care for the environment.
Connected House by Albert Mo Architects
Connected House builds on Peter McIntyre’s Modernist principles to create a home that balances the old and new, where the home and its landscape are seamlessly intertwined.
Lyons House by Moloney Architects
The original 1920s home had a real sense of grandeur; however, the interiors were disconnected, and a series of 1980s and 90s additions blocked the light.
Tnoie by Katsutoshi Sasaki + Associates
Katsutoshi Sasaki realised one of his dreams as an architect designing his own home for his family.
Saw Tooth Roof in Ichinomiya by Nori Architects
The clients of this home in Ichinomiya City, Japan, wanted their new home to be bright and connected to nature.
How DIY Enthusiasts Transformed Their Small Apartment with CNC and Sustainability
David Chapman, an industrial designer, and Jess Grunow, a graphic designer, purchased their two-bedroom apartment in Thornbury, being attracted to the area for its affordability and lifestyle aspects.
Mansfield House by Robbie J Walker
On an exposed rocky hill in Mansfield, designer Robbie J Walker divides his own off-grid family home between a glazed living volume and a solid concrete rear, balancing expansive views with the need for shelter.
How This Minimalist Tiny Home Allows You to Escape to Nature
Drawing inspiration from livestock sheds that scatter farmlands, MGAO designed a tiny home to sit in any landscape and not detract from the picturesque view.
This Minimalist 29m2 Micro Apartment Feels Like An Urban Cabin
When architect Timothy Yee stumbled across this ground floor micro-apartment in Richmond for auction, he knew this was the apartment for him.
Mansfield Container House by Robbie J Walker
Would you live in a shipping container home? There’s no denying it, they are not like a traditional home, but the result can be extraordinary.
Shadow Cottage by MRTN Architects
Shadow Cottage retains the charm of an existing heritage home while creating something modern and liveable through a sustainable renovation .
Existenzminimum by WHDA
Architect Douglas Wan wanted something simple for his own tiny apartment, avoiding the fancy gadgetry often found in tiny homes.