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Fishharven by Neil Architecture
Outside Fish Creek, Fishharven translates a family retreat into three shed-derived pavilions, giving shared and private life distinct forms while the house reads as a small cluster within the rural landscape.
Blairgowrie House by Arch Architects
Defined by contrast, this home reveals itself slowly, from the monolithic entry wall to large expanse of glass within, blurring the line between shelter and openness, creating a true prospect and refuge.
Skye House by Breathe Architecture
Balancing warmth and sustainability, Skye House redefines apartment living with a ‘build less, give more’ philosophy, where every detail serves both people and planet.
Park Life by Architecture architecture
Set within the parkland surrounds of Park Crescent, this home embraces Garden City principles, where a soft material palette and organic forms foster a quiet dialogue between architecture and nature.
Forest Road House by Wiesebrock Architecture
Wiesebrock Architecture drew inspiration from iconic Australian architects such as Glenn Murcutt and Peter Stutchbury, crafting a home that celebrates space, structure, and material.
Little OG by McMahon & Nerlich
McMahon and Nerlich were engaged to reimagine this small worker’s cottage, transforming it into a modern city retreat that connects with its surroundings.
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.
Gable Park House by Weaver+Co Architects
Is there a way to maintain privacy in living areas while at the same time provide a connection to the life of the street through the often underutilised front garden?
Cremorne Townhouse by Winter Architecture
How can a functional layout with more connections be created without extending the footprint of a townhouse while maintaining the atmosphere?
Ember by MRTN Architects
With so much of today’s homes striving for flexible and multipurpose spaces, what if you designed a space for a single specific use, or ritual?
Torterra House by Lachlan Shepherd Architects
Quite often, people believe the value of a house lies in the number of bedrooms or floor area, but what if you see your home as a reflection of you and your values?
Northcote House by MA+Co
Do you need nice finishes to make a lovely home, or can you take standard off-the-shelf products and basic materials but inject little moments of joy throughout?