renovation

November 27, 2023

A minimalist and modern architectural addition to Brighton

Bay Pearl by Kirsten Johnstone Architecture transforms an existing Brighton family home through an innovative renovation and reconfiguration.

November 13, 2023

A home where country meets city living

DKO Founder and Principal, Koos de Keijzer, and Clemence Harvey de Keijzer, Director of Harvey Taylor have transformed their country home into an off-the-grid haven in Central Victoria.

October 16, 2023

From a natural extension emerges a new chapter of McPhail House

The design of a new extension at McPhail House doesn't harshly define a beginning and end to the home's chapters; rather it runs on its own harmonious continuum, along the connected interior views and sweeping curves of bespoke finishes.

August 8, 2023

Heirloom House is a case study of clever design that adds enormous value

Many design moves come together at Heirloom House by J. Kidman Architecture, each one creating a home where every corner is usable.

August 2, 2023

A residence with a sunken lounge to capture views of nature

In the verdant landscapes of Kunming, China, KiKi ARCHi brings life to an old dwelling, where textured walls wrap around the inhabitants.

July 10, 2023

Betty House stitches old and new together with timber details

Rethinking the classic ‘ex-govie’ (ex-Government House) Josh Mulford Architects (JMA) has embraced the quality and aesthetic of the original robust build with a high-quality refit that remains cognizant of budget and sustainability.

July 5, 2023

Shadow House by Grotto Studio is full of spatial poetry

When two school friends reconnected over a shared love of design and sustainability, the opportunity to collaborate did more than give new life to a 110-year-old house – it cemented a friendship while making a poetic story in the process.

March 14, 2023

Brahman Perera’s “legible yet labyrinthine” West Block mixes art and design

Joining two terrace houses together, Brahman Perera’s West Block pulls apart and puts back together the floor plan on this residence, while being unapologetically authentic in the design.

March 8, 2023

A designer’s own home – Brunswick House by Studio Amble

Finding clever ways to dovetail old and new, Brunswick House is a labour of love for the designer, who is also the homeowner.

March 6, 2023

This residence by B.E Architecture is a full-circle moment

Showcasing a thoughtful, client-centred approach to renovating, Ruskin Street is stunning, sustainable, and truly unique.

January 9, 2023

A home designed like a dessert

Delectable like an Italian dessert, yet pragmatic in both function and materiality, Casa Cassata is a robust family home that delights.

December 5, 2022

Timber is an essential ingredient on this renovation in Rozelle

Timber defines the character of this small worker’s cottage in Rozelle, a material the owner has worked with for years as a sculptor.