Michael Kai is a Melbourne-based commercial photographer whose portfolio spans architecture, interiors, product and corporate imagery. Drawing from early experience as a documentary photographer in post-war Kosovo and later professional work in Germany and Australia, he brings a refined visual sensibility rooted in storytelling through composition and light.
His architectural photography is marked by clean lines, strong colour contrasts, and a considered use of negative space—an approach that emphasizes clarity, atmosphere and the spatial essence of a building or interior. Michael’s work is commissioned by major institutions, design practices and commercial clients, reflecting both versatility and a deliberate aesthetic.
LOCATION: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Pleysier Perkins approached the Sibbel House project with deep respect for its 1968 origins. Consequently, their initial restoration focused on preserving the home’s original fabric—carefully repairing surfaces and repurposing damaged joinery rather than imposing a signature style.
Transforming a modest 1960s bungalow into a spacious retreat for a family of five, Pleysier Perkins introduced the Butterfly House extension. By mirroring the original roof, they crafted a dramatic “butterfly” form clad in warm oak that…
This renovation to a 100 year old Victorian cottage is located in the inner-city Melbourne suburb of Brunswick, Australia. The context is unique in its proximity to an historic brickworks factory that contains striking brick chimneys that…
Black House is an example of residential architecture designed by Mitsuori Architects in Australia. It is designed to extend and transform a conservative heritage home in inner suburban Melbourne into a dynamic space for a young family
With an available footprint of only 45 sqm, our brief and challenge was to create a unique and energy efficient addition to a double storey terrace house on a steeply sloping site in inner city Melbourne.
The Small Moves House project began with them asking us an important question – are the minor changes we want to make sufficient for this to be an architectural project?
The Portsea beach house is a response to a wonderfully simple brief to create an elegant and practical family beach house. This family holiday home is located on the former rear yard of a historical school building…
Armadale Penthouse was recently completed by Pleysier Perkins Architects for a young family with three children. A simple palette of timber, natural stone and soft whites and greys creates a warm and relaxed environment to the penthouse…
Carlton Terrace is Period Victorian at front; light, angular and dynamic at rear. The owners asked for a break from the past. A mature couple, with a large and extended family, looked forward to new spaces filled with…
