Biophilia – Slate House Northcote / Marc Bernstein-Hussmann
Biophilia – Slate House Northcote: A well-proportioned, high-tech, sustainable home for a family of five that connects with nature, benefiting the residents’ health and well-being.
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The Courtyard House / Elaine Richardson Architect
The site for The courtyard house was typical of Alexandria, at 150msq in size (5m wide), built to the boundary on two sides and with a low scale apartment block to the rear.
Micro Dwelling of 50m2 Designed for Urban Densification
SLIM FIT is a permanent micro dwelling of 50m2 designed for urban densification. SLIM FIT occupies with its minimal footprint, 16 m2, less area than 2 parking spaces.
Hillcrest House / REdesign.build
123 Hillcrest House by REdesign.build has received the First Award at Global Architecture & Design Awards (GADA). GADA is the annual Awards hosted by the renowned platform Rethinking The Future.
Corrugated Metal Clads Rio Vista Residence
The residence is composed of three rectilinear masses varying in size and tone; each clad in a distinct corrugated metal siding with a subtle change of finish. From the street the residence appears to rest on an island which is accessed only by a bridge.
Modernist New Build Passivhaus / Gresford Architects
The Deerings, a new build modernist certified passivhaus, is a brave addition to a traditional suburban street scene in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. This striking home is a sympathetic response to its urban setting and sits comfortably alongside its more traditional neighbouring properties.
Off-the-Grid Sustainable House in Victoria’s Central Highlands
Sitting peacefully in an open field, this off-the-grid sustainable house captures the views without compromising on environmental performance. Located at Franklinford in Victoria’s Central Highlands, the four-bedroom home is shared between two families, providing a gathering place for the extended family and a place to relax and relish the joys of rural life.
Second Storey Sustainable Extension of a Californian Bungalow in Northcote
This project is a light flooded second storey extension to a Californian bungalow in Northcote, Melbourne. This minimised work to the ground floor and allowed the owners to remain in occupation for a large part of the build reducing total project costs.