Stirling House is a new-build house replacing two very narrow 2-storey weather-board cottages on the same lot but in a very derelict state. The project was completed by Sydney-based Mac-Interactive Architects. After much discussion with Heritage it was felt that it would not be possible to restore them to anything other than museum status as they could not be brought up to current BCA standards.
Lahinch House was recently completed by Lachlan Shepherd Architects, a young, innovative and enthusiastic firm based in Torquay on Victoria’s SurfCoast, Australia
The existing dwellings at this inner city site were varied in use with a rear building housing a swimming pool. From the outset it was decided that the primary frontage should be preserved and the new extension at the rear be positioned with a clear separation to the existing dwelling.
Seamlessly integrating classic design with contemporary architecture, the spectacularly restored Giacomo Yandoit house is the perfect example of different design aesthetics working in harmony. The original building of the Giacomo Yandoit house was a church constructed in 1884 by Giacomo Sartori. After falling into disrepair the property was acquired by a local builder and transformed
We Are Huntly Studio designed an inspiring workplace for Metrix Consulting, an innovative marketing firm based in South Melbourne. Located within an urban warehouse in Melbourne, the office seamlessly blends historic charm with contemporary design elements.
Benn & Penna Architects have extended and renovated Surry Hills House, a Victorian-era terrace house located in Sydney, Australia. By the insertion of a delicate steel stairwell, new spaces unfold from light and air. Benn & Penna have created a floorplan that provides an open plan kitchen and dining area that flows out to the courtyard and BBQ beyond bi-folding glass doors.
A single storey two bedroom workers cottage has been converted into a double storey 3 bedroom house with central stair and light void. Strict heritage and planning guidelines controlled the building envelope in this tight inner city suburban block flanked by adjoining terrace homes.
Nola Bar by Sans-Arc Studio is inspired by the underground jazz bars of Storyville and the vibrant streets of modern day New Orleans. NOLA is a Honky-tonk come beer hall, tucked away in a set of old stables, behind the Stag Hotel in Adelaide, Australia. Sited in a newly restored, historic set of stables, the industrial
