St James Park Residences is a boutique apartment project in Hawthorn, meticulously designed by LIFE Architecture and Urban Design in collaboration with the Sora interior design team. Located at 1A Yarra Street—just five kilometres from the Melbourne CBD—this five‑level development features 19 individually designed residences that offer uninterrupted views of the adjacent, leafy St James Park.
Golden Bliss Houses by Melbourne Design Studios redefine suburban family homes with a bold commitment to design excellence, sustainability, and lasting value. Moreover, this side‑by‑side subdivision proves that dual occupancy developments can elevate neighbourhood character while delivering resort‑style comfort and future‑proof flexibility.
Aalto Residence by Mac Design Studio is a peaceful, boutique‑style home. It reflects the clients’ personalities and needs. Moreover, it feels like a private retreat. At the same time, it blends indoor and outdoor living to create a resort‑style feel.
The Hug House is a masterful blend of heritage restoration and contemporary addition, anchored by a lush central courtyard that acts as the home’s green heart. By preserving the original pitched rooflines and detailing of the front façade, the renovation honors the home’s architectural history while seamlessly integrating a modern rear wing.
Evening in Istanbul House is a richly textured exploration of materiality and individuality that celebrates curved elements, bold colour, and creative collaboration. Inspired by the architectural legacies of Morocco and Turkey, this home fuses traditional warmth with a modern, eclectic spirit, resulting in a space that feels both dynamic and authentically personal.
The Extruded House by MCK Architecture & Interiors offers a fresh, modern take on a traditional federation-style home. The project began with a simple idea: to make better use of an existing home with good bones but a clumsy layout. In other words, the goal was not to add a lot of new space but to make smarter use of what was already there.
Palm Beach Tree House by Richard Cole Architecture transforms an existing storm-damaged cottage into a modern, nature-connected retreat. Situated on steep sandstone slopes among the treetops above Palm Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the project enhances the building’s amenity while preserving its original character and its strong bond with the surrounding landscape.
Boulevard Beach House evokes the fond memory of an elevated timber beach house while offering a fresh, contemporary take. Drawing inspiration from simple, elegant forms and practical, efficient spaces, the design feels both entirely new and surprisingly familiar.
Proverbs14 House is a modest addition that transforms a well-lived life. Located in Cammeray on Sydney’s lower north shore, this slender heritage cottage dates back to the 1920s and has been in the client’s family for generations. Over time, the cottage grew worn and in need of modern updates, especially for a single, older woman who worked in healthcare across Australia.
