From introverted to extroverted at L House
Exploring minimalist luxury on a grand scale, L House by AD ARCHITECTURE, is both vast and imposing with its generous scale. Yet, it is entirely suited to its location.
Reimagining a 19th century sandstone cottage in regional NSW
The Hunters Hill House has been revitalised with a respectful blend of historical preservation and contemporary aesthetics by architectural firm Glyde Bautovich.
Book review: When Modernism landed in the tropics with Concrete Jungle
What happens when rational, Modernist architecture puts down roots in a lush, tropical setting? Concrete Jungle, a new book by gestalten, explores locations across Asia and the world to find some of the most visionary residential adaptations of an international style to distinct local settings.
A Brisbane warehouse residence that leaves traces of the past
Respecting the heritage ingrained in the building, Carr has created a modern and minimalist case for living well.
A future forever home gets pieced together on the Peninsula
A chance meeting led to a fruitful collaboration on this “transition-to-retirement” house in Sorrento, Victoria.
Shelter by the beach: The rich, sturdy and curvaceous materiality of Q House by Robertson Collectif
Q House at Callala Beach on the NSW South Coast is a seaside retreat built on a rich palette of sturdy materials, at once functional and beautiful. For local architects Robertson Collectif, it was all about connecting indoors with the spectacular outdoor setting.
Aireys House uses nature as an architectural canvas
Seated amid dense bushland, Aireys House by Nicholas Burns harmoniously blends with the Australian landscape.
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.
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.
A humble monochrome house for the tropics
Inspired by traditional black and white houses that the homeowners love, Local Architecture Research + Design (LAR+D) implemented passive cooling measures such as a triple volume void and running verandah in this semi-detached house in Singpore.
A Kirribilli residence that embraces the contemporary and honours heritage
A Victorian bungalow reimagined. The Kirribilli Bungalow, redesigned by Howard Tanner, Sidney Rofe, and Mary Dewar, is a fusion of history and modern design that seeks to capture the home’s surrounding light and space.
The new eclecticism
The home of interior designer Ryan Fernandes and his partner Dr Vikram Bhakoo is an amalgamation of their cultural heritage and discerning taste, where each room tells a compelling story of the life they’ve crafted together.