Katherine Lu is an architectural photographer based in Sydney who brings an interior design foundation to her visual work. She focuses on capturing how built environments interact with people, light, and context, presenting images that are clear, composed, and imbued with atmosphere.
She has collaborated with architects and developers on residential and commercial projects across Australia, with publications and exhibitions featuring her photography. Her portfolio demonstrates an ability to balance architectural precision with emotional resonance.
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia
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Bringing natural light inward and allowing it to dance internally throughout the day, River of Life House is deeply connected within its natural setting. As a testament to sustainable living and the need for the notion of…
Zuster House explores a classic materials palette with muted tones, textured pressed metal, and characterful timber panel features speaking of tradition and grace.
With an offset, cantilevering top floor building form, our Bronte House offers exceptional street appeal, with finishes carefully selected to suit the local landscape.
Owen and Tom, a young professional couple, engaged Sandbox Studio to transform their rundown Victorian terrace in Paddington, Sydney, into a modern home, while restoring its heritage character.
The latest project by Sandbox Studio is a compact ‘forever house’ designed for a couple of retirees. Its environmental design and space-efficient planning make excellent use of the site, allowing them to live near their children and…
Replacing an existing home within Picton, in New South Wales, the proposal retains some of the remaining foundations, reusing materials across the site in a more deliberate way.
Megalong Valley is characterized by immense escarpments, sandstone bluffs, and uninterrupted views of the Blue Mountains bushland.
Dave and Libby’s Gladesville House is a renovation of a Californian bungalow for a young family of five. The site is a large suburban block perched on the high side of Gladesville capturing distant views of gum…
Project: Turramurra Threads House Architects: Benn & Penna Architecture Team: Andrew Benn, Rachel Allsop, Tyla Venish Landscape Architect: Landart Builder: Corvus Primesite Structural Engineer: SDA Structures Location: Turramurra, Australia Area: 310 m² Year: 2022 Photo credits: Katherine
