The success of our Kalinga house is the strength of the concept to move the existing house on the site; located on a quirky L shaped site, the repositioning of the existing Queenslander Cottage, reunited the house with its previously remote rear garden while creating separate and distinct outdoor rooms in the landscape around all edges.
Project name
Kalinga Garden House
Architecture firm
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Location
Clayfield, Brisbane, Australia
Photography
Andy McPherson Studio
Principal architect
Shane Wilmett
Collaborators
Petro Builders
Interior design
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Landscape
Clegg & DCM Landscapes
Visualization
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Material
Timber, Glass & Steel
Typology
Residential › Renovation to and existing queenslander
Located in the inner north-east of Brisbane, Ascot is a diverse neighbourhood with a strong tradition of Queenslander architecture. The unique brief for this project called for the relocation of the original 1912 Ascotian Queenslander to allow for a tennis court to be tucked into the rear. Later, less considerate additions have been removed.
Project name
Ascot Club House
Architecture firm
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Location
Ascot, Brisbane, Australia
Principal architect
Jacob Jooste
Collaborators
Muller Constructions
Interior design
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Visualization
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Construction
Muller Constructions
Material
Timber, Steel, Glass
Typology
Residential › House, Renovation & Extension to an existing Queenslander
In Australia, we've almost been conditioned to view apartments as something temporary until you can move out to the suburbs in your detached home on a quarter-acre block, most likely with your 2.3 children and dog. However, Aurburn Road is an apartment development designed by Aych Architects.
Project name
Artistry Collective
Architecture firm
Aych Architects
Location
Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Alex Reinders, Luke Ray
Principal architect
Hugh Feggans
Environmental & MEP engineering
Eco Results
Structural engineer
NSIENT Consulting Engineers
Material
Steel & concrete structure. Local hardwood timber cladding
Construction
Precision Projects
Supervision
AA&A Property Developers
Visualization
Alive Studios
Typology
Residential › Apartment
The Goodtown house is a beautifully crafted, texturally rich contemporary courtyard home in the sought-after suburb of Rochedale, 17km south- east of Brisbane. The large 1,900 m² plot situated on the corner of Goodtown street and Grieve road with large imposing neighbouring homes, presented a challenging design brief to the architects.
Project name
Goodtown House
Architecture firm
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Location
Rochedale, Brisbane, Australia
Photography
Andy McPherson Studio
Principal architect
Jacob Jooste
Interior design
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Material
Timber, Charred Timber, Glass, Steel & Render
Typology
Residential › Courtyard House
Little OG is a home design that redefines the notion of compact single occupancy living. Completed in 2023, this 100m², two-level abode thrives on the concept of adaptability, boasting a transformative courtyard that dissolves boundaries and invites the outdoors in.
Architecture firm
mcmahon and nerlich
Location
Albert Park, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Shannon McGrath
Principal architect
Rob Nerlich & Kate McMahon
Design team
Joanne Hanson
Interior design
mcmahon and nerlich
Structural engineer
Structify Consulting
Construction
Horizon Building Group
Material
Brick, Timber, Cemintel Barestone, Plywood, Evenex,
Typology
Residential › House
Balwyn House is a modern family home featuring a minimalist design and a monochromatic colour scheme. The exterior showcases a dynamic facade of stepped volumes, that naturally flow with the elevated site. Inside, the open floor plan is adorned with high-quality, durable materials, creating a sophisticated look.
Project name
Balwyn House
Architecture firm
C.Kairouz Architects
Location
Balwyn North, Victoria, Australia
Principal architect
Chahid Kairouz, C.Kairouz Architects
Design team
C.Kairouz Architects
Collaborators
Shepherd Developments
Interior design
Sammy Kairouz, C.Kairouz Architects
Civil engineer
RCL Consultants
Structural engineer
RCL Consultants
Lighting
Artlight, Inlite spotlights
Construction
Syzik Building Group
Material
Exterior; - Grey Venetian Render - Black Metal battens - Bluestone cladding - Large format grey stone tiles. Interiors: - Glux ‘Storm’ Marble – bathroom benchtops, kitchen island & living room credenza - Smartstone – Cenzia – kitchen benchtops - Dulux Paint – General Walls - Lexicon Qrter - Dulux Paint – Feature Walls - Black - Polytec feature walls - Steccawood – Empire Oak - Polytec kitchen joinery – Polar white - Polytec kitchen, bathroom & walk-in robe joinery – Empire Oak - Woodcut – Roman Grey floorboards – upstairs level - Polished concrete floors, general floors - Metal finishes – matt black
Typology
Residential › House
Located in the vibrant suburb of Richmond, Victoria, this family home embodies the spirit of one of Melbourne’s most dynamic neighbourhoods. Known for its blend of historical charm and modern flair, Richmond offers a unique fusion of heritage and contemporary architecture.
Project name
Bluestone Sanctuary
Architecture firm
Content Studio
Location
Richmond, Melbourne, Australia
Photography
Nicole England
Principal architect
Content Studio
Design team
The Stylesmiths - Patrica Davila & Nicole England
Interior design
The Stylesmiths
Typology
Residential › House
Designlnc Director, Richard Stafford, designed Barossa Valley Estate’s original facility in 1999. Twenty years on, the bones of the pavilion-style building were strong, with its stone spine wall, framed views of the Barossa ranges to the south-east and Marananga village to the north.
Project name
Barossa Valley Estate Cellar Door
Architecture firm
DesignInc
Location
9 Kraehe Rd, Marananga SA 5355, Australia
Photography
David Sievers, Simon Casson
Principal architect
Shalini Shah
Client
Delegat Wine Estate
Typology
Commercial Architecture
