Jack Lovel is an architectural photographer based in Melbourne, Australia. With ten years worth of experience, Jack has worked with some of the leading architects and design practices in the field including Splinter Society, Carr Design, Christopher Elliott and Biasol. His editorial work has featured in global publications like Dwell, Elle Decoration, Houses and Habitus.
Alongside his freelance practice, Jack has spent the past three years documenting Iwan Iwannoff’s architectural legacy in Western Australia, culminating in a 2019 exhibition entitled The Architecture of Iwan Iwanoff – Through the lens of Jack Lovel at Perth’s There Is Studio. This body of work was initially inspired by the Iwanoff-designed Jordanoff house that Jack grew up in, and is a testament to his long fascination with – and passion for – contemporary architecture.
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
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Grove House, designed by Clayton Orszaczky, is a masterful example of how contemporary design can be integrated into a heritage-listed Victorian terrace. Located in Sydney’s inner city, this project carefully balances the preservation of the original structure while introducing modern functionality and aesthetics.
Shadow Residence is a masterful example of how architecture can bridge the old and the new while fostering a deep connection to the environment. The interplay of light, shadow, and natural materials creates a dynamic, ever-changing living space that both respects the home’s history and looks towards a sustainable future.
The Wakanui Trail House, designed by Ben Callery Architects, is a perfect embodiment of biophilic design. It was created for a family of avid campers who wanted their home to reflect their love for the outdoors while maintaining a strong connection with nature and family.
The Weeties Warehouse in North Fremantle, Australia, has transformed from a 1930s industrial cereal factory into a modern family residence. Originally converted into apartments in 1990, Spaceagency Architects redesigned the space by merging three apartments into a single, luxurious home.
Calk House by Mani Architecture is a modern family home designed for founder Sara Tonini’s sister. This two-storey residence in Coburg North blends contemporary design with personalized touches, featuring stepped floorplates, a seamless indoor-outdoor transition, and a harmonious color palette.
Originally designed by mid-century architect Geoffrey Danne in the early 1950s for his family, Yarra house was purchased in 2021 by architects Sarah and Richard Bryant as their own family home.
The challenge was to transform a somewhat dated 1980s compact house into a sophisticated, bush-inspired family residence suitable for a lockdown environment and beyond, accommodating a family of six.
This small residential extension for a professional couple nestles between an existing brick ‘California Bungalow’ and a raised pool with deck, replacing a dark ‘lean to’ addition with daylit spaces that are connected to the site and the sky.
