In the heart of Melbourne's east, Holland stands as a testament to the artful marriage of preservation and innovation. This renovations and additions project, spearheaded by designer David Noordhoff, breathes new life into a single-story home, blending the character of the original dwelling with contemporary elements.
Architecture firm
Freeman Group Architects
Location
Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Jade Cantwell
Principal architect
David Noordhoff for Freeman Group Architects
Interior design
By client
Structural engineer
Chetin Altundal
Tools used
Revit, Enscape
Construction
Strangio Builders
Material
Colorbond, standing seam in Surfmist
Typology
Residential › House
Step into a space where modern aesthetics meet meticulous craftsmanship, and every detail embodies both beauty and function. The design reflects our client's vision for a home that balances elegance with everyday practicality, realized through thoughtful space planning and careful architectural detailing.
Architecture firm
Under The Arch
Location
Nikol, Ahmedabad, India
Photography
Studio Frame13.13
Principal architect
Shyam Gajera, Kunjan Akbari, Shruti Salia
Design team
Shyam Gajera, Kunjan Akbari, Shruti Salia
Collaborators
Furniture Contractor: Ambam Furniture
Environmental & MEP engineering
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape
Typology
Residential › Apartment
Estudio Pedro Haruf: The warehouse is a commercial and service space located in the small town of Onça do Pitangui, in Minas Gerais. It offers products from agroforestry and crafts from small producers in the region, in addition to serving coffee and groceries to residents and tourists.
Project name
Armazem da Onça
Architecture firm
Estudio Pedro Haruf
Location
Onça De Pitangui, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Principal architect
Pedro Haruf
Design team
Sofia Vasconcelos
Collaborators
Aloisio Ventura, Thabatta Zuba
Interior design
Estúdio Pedro Haruf
Lighting
Estudio Pedro Haruf
Tools used
SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe
Typology
Commercial, Warehouse, Restoration
Situated in the Minhang District, renowned for its cultural heritage and vibrant community, this project embodies the area's unique character and enhances its appeal through a dynamic design. At first glance, the building is a striking work of art, characterized by its vibrant blue facade and innovative architecture.
Project name
The Blue Fan Respite
Architecture firm
StudioTiltedCircle
Location
Minhang, Shanghai, China
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, Rhinocers 3D, Enscape
Principal architect
Lin Xie
Collaborators
Landscape: StudioTiltedCircle
Visualization
StudioTiltedCircle
Client
Shanghai International Tendering CO., LTD.
The project involves designing a 90-square-meter office space for an architectural magazine. Our design focus is centered on the employees of the organization. The needs, desires, and emotions of the staff can greatly influence the work environment, leading to significant and positive changes.
Project name
Office Design for Architecture Magazine
Architecture firm
Minoo Zidehsaraei
Tools used
Revit, Enscape, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Minoo Zidehsaraei
Visualization
Minoo Zidehsaraei
Typology
Commercial › Office Building
Located in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, this apartment is in a club condominium, with complete infrastructure and a leisure area focused on well-being and environmental preservation. The work emerged from a previous project carried out by architects Giovana Souza and Katrine Wiazowski for the family's travel agency.
Project name
Donato Apartament
Architecture firm
Doppia Arquitetura and Interior Design
Location
Interlagos, São Paulo, Brazil
Photography
Luana Mangini Photography
Principal architect
Giovana Souza, Katrine Wiazowski
Interior design
Doppia architecture and interior design
Environmental & MEP engineering
Supervision
Doppia architecture and interior design
Tools used
Revit, SketchUp, Enscape
Client
Ronaldo, Fabiana Donato
Typology
Residential › Apartment
Nestled in the historic town of Chewton, Pyrenees is a testament to meticulous design and a harmonious integration with its environment. Designed as a three-bedroom home for a couple envisioning future growth, the project faced its unique set of challenges and triumphs. Several challenges marked the architectural journey of Pyrenees.
Architecture firm
Freeman Group Architects
Location
Chewton, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Jade Cantwell
Principal architect
David Noordhoff
Interior design
David Noordhoff for Freeman Group Architects
Structural engineer
Sunny Engineering
Lighting
Supplied by owner
Material
Local materials prioritizing durability and thermal efficiency, including spotted gum cladding and Colorbond steel in Woodland Grey
Client
James, Zara, and their dog Nellie
Typology
Residential › House
NWDS: The bar is located in the Santos district, today the center of expat life, but initially a poor neighborhood with houses built from improvised materials (the original bricolage). Santos’ history seeps through the shape of cropped arches, and the haphazardly laid masonry dating back to 1904, which was revealed during the bar’s construction.
Project name
PARRA - Bar-bricolage in the heart of Santos
Location
Santos district, Lisbon, Portugal
Photography
Bardo - Creative Ground
Principal architect
Julia Gankevich
Design team
Nata Tatunashvili, Anna Kopeina, Julia Gankevich
Lighting
Lenso (Pt) — light equipment
Material
Carpentry — FORMA. STUDIO. Stone — Preserved Rosa Portugal Duarte Mármores & Granitos (Lioz Beige, Lioz Red). Tables and Table Bases — Ghome + reuse. Chairs — Bruno Rey Kusch & Co, 1970s, restored. Bar Stools — Noo.ma. Tables and table bases — Ghome + reuse of countertops www.ghome.pt. Mosaic for floor, sink, bar — Cinca https://www.cinca.pt. Terrazzo – Marmocim ACL https://aclweb.pt/en/products/slabs/marmocim. Textiles — Atelier Fatima Neto. Azulejos — preserved original blue, JBRAZC https://jbrazc.pt/produtos/ (bathroom). Mosaic for floor, sink, bar — Cinca https://www.cinca.pt. Terrazzo, slab — Marmocim ACL https://aclweb.pt/en/products/slabs/marmocim.
Tools used
SketchUp, Enscape, Autodesk 3ds Max, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop
Typology
Hospitality › Restaurant, Bistro
