Timms’ Bach, by Herbst Architects
Returning from a few decades living abroad, businessman Nigel Timms was looking for a holiday home that would capture his nostalgia for his childhood in New Zealand.
Split House by MCK Architects
A relatively modern split-level terrace house in Bondi Beach was refurbished and enhanced by MCK Architects in 2010.
Patane House by Bureau Proberts
Patane House by Bureau Proberts was designed for a close knit, young family in Queensland.
Pod House by Anthill Constructions
Travel to 1770, a tiny village 120 kms north of Bundaberg, Queensland and you will find artist Marian Drew tucked away in her holiday home, Katrina Blowers has the story
At Home with the Shermans By Michael Young
They move in very different circles – he in the corporate world, she in the visual arts. But Brian and Gene Sherman form a powerful partnership weaving together the arts, business and philanthropy.
Sultry scene change
This clever transformation of an old Singapore home shows modern sensibility and good green thinking.
Mosman House
Popov Bass Architects’ integrated approach to design provided Deirdre Huntley and her family with seamlessly harmonised space for their house in Mosman, Sydney. Here, she takes us through some of her favourite pieces.
Varakan’s House
A house and its contents becomes, over time, a collection of things and ideas that represent a personal journey. For Thai designer, architect and photographer, Varakan Tipprapa, this curation was a very conscious response to his own questions about the purpose of a designer.
Emerald Hill House
When Singapore belatedly began to value its built heritage, the traditional shophouse suddenly became much sought-after with some stunning make-overs. Richard Ho, a specialist in conservation projects, previously carried out a beautiful renovation to a shophouse in Penang. Darlene Smyth looks at an equally elegant one in Singapore.
Sculpture, Singapore & Simplicity
The career of Singapore-based Nathan Yong has had many incarnations. Best known for founding successful furniture design and manufacture company, Air Division, he is now branching out into new areas. Kirsty de Garis talks to him about sculpture, Singapore and simplicity
Formwerkz House
Houses are usually built quite quickly in Singapore, but an extended timeframe can be an advantage. Chu Lik Ren visits a home designed by Formwerkz Architects for an artist friend and his family, which allowed many details to develop organically throughout the process.
Queen Astrid Road, Singapore
By re-inventing tropical architecture to fit a modern context, architect Aamer Taher has endowed a resort-like appeal on this four-level bungalow in Singapore. At the same time, says Madhavi Tumkur, he has ensured that it is also a home to three generations of residents.