Feb 3, 2025 · When you think of a house perched on the edge of a mountain, you might imagine something precarious, teetering over the abyss. Eyrie House, however, is the exact opposite—it’s a rock-solid testament to both the natural beauty of Mount Rumney and the precision of expert craftsmanship.Designed by Matt Williams Architects, this striking home takes full advantage of its spectacular perch ...

Feb 4, 2025 · This 1930s bungalow in Auckland's Pt Chevalier had seen its fair share of family chaos, but with a growing household, it was time to stretch its wings. Rather than bidding farewell to the character-filled home, the owners chose to embrace its charm while introducing a clever, modern extension.

Feb 3, 2025 · This Federation home in Newtown, on Gadigal land in Sydney, is a stunning showcase of how thoughtful interior design can bring new life to a heritage property. Jacqui Koska Interior Design has masterfully blended the home’s historic charm with contemporary elegance, ensuring that every space is as functional as it is beautiful…. Renovations Urban Homes

For over 100 years a humble weatherboard cottage had sat on this site, bracing against the rugged coastline and the 'Apollo Bay Howlin' Wind'. Built without nails (using dowel joints) and set on bluestone blocks, it was a simple, but charming shelter.

A lot of misconceptions fly around about Passive House standards, but Kreis Grennan Architecture are here to demystify Passive House...

Hawthorn East, nestled in Wurundjeri Country, boasts a parade of Victorian-era cottages and terraces that lend the suburb its timeless charm.But let’s face it: while these homes are delightful to look at, they’re not exactly built for the demands of modern Australian life.

Feb 3, 2025 · A Federation Home Transformed: Inside a Newtown Masterpiece. Restoring Federation Charm: A Nod to the Home’s Rich History

Eddie Garden House sits snugly in Melbourne’s Fitzroy North, on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country, where it transforms the archetypal terrace into a lush, urban retreat.This renovation project proves that a small site—just 140 square metres—can yield big results when creativity and collaboration lead the way.

On Wurundjeri Country, nestled in a nondescript lane at the end of Montgomery Street, this Richmond workers' cottage has undergone a transformative redesign. Once a dark, cramped two-bedroom dwelling, it’s now a light-filled, double-storey haven for a growing family. If this isn’t the ...

My wise mother, Wendy, has a saying about big houses, 'it's just more to clean'. And yet Australians now have the largest average house sizes in the world. No wonder we feel like we never have enough time! So, home builders, take a leaf out of Wendy's book and eschew all that extra space in favour ...