Harnessing natural light: An innovative solution for a narrow block

Innovative design transforms a challenging south-facing block into a bright, inviting home.

A Modern Australian Home Nestles Into Stunning Natural Landscape

A combination of bricks, timber, corrugated iron and translucent sheeting help this home complement its semi-rural landscape.

High House Reno Takes Light, Functionality and Space to New Heights

An extensive renovation of a Melbourne home gives the owners all the benefits of inner-city terrace living without the drawbacks.

A Double Height Space Connects Old and New In This Renovated Terrace

This renovation shines with a light well bringing light deep into the house, bright red accents and pops of personality throughout...

Rich Materials and Light-Filled Courtyards Connect Old to New

A series of courtyards weave this modern extension into the original home. A sensitive departure from the typical add-on.

Industrial Edged Sophistication Reflects Fitzroy's Past and Present

The renovation of this Fitzroy house marries two influences — a refined industrial aesthetic and traditional Victorian architecture.

A Stunning Light-Well Separates This Addition From the Original Home

Period ornamentation out the front, contemporary simplicity out the back. This home makes a beautiful transition from old to new.

Back-of-House Renovation Makes This Courtyard House an All-Seasons Home

Alterations to the rear of this house to draw in green vistas, sunlight and cooling breezes making the most of the weather year-round.

Need Extra Storage? The Floor of this House is a Giant Cupboard!

Mills House eliminates bulky cupboards by converting the floor into storage space, leaving the entire width of the terrace for living.

Contemporary Additions to a Classic Brick Beach House in Noosa

Thanks to some clever new touches, this tired beach house now takes full advantage of its site overlooking lush rainforest.

Modest Inner City Courtyard House for a Young Family in Sydney

A central courtyard makes this inner city home feel spacious and light despite its modest size and materials.

Upside Down Back to Front House Reflects How the Owners Actually Live

Too often homes dictate how we should live. Upside Down Back to Front House is different — a redesign suits how the owners really live.

Beach Avenue House: Spacious Family Home Managed to Fit on Tiny Site

On an extremely small parcel of land Beach Avenue House is designed more like a finely crafted joinery unit than a typical home.

Spiegel Haus Was an Opportunity for Architects to Experiment

A mirror-lined void brings light deep into a square floor plan and above spatially divides the living and dining spaces without the need for walls.

At this Home, The Green House Effect Means Something Else Entirely

In this case, the Green House effect is the impact light and air can make to a family home for a florist…

Cubby House: A Fun Little Hideaway for Sophisticated Adults

Edwards Moore Architects's Cubby House is a pint-sized apartment packed full of fun. A cubby house made not for kids, but for sophisticated adults.

Cubo House Uses Upcycled Materials to Celebrate Its History

Cubo House is a sustainable home which celebrates its history via restored existing elements and upcycled features using the surrealist technique 'Cubomania'.

Boundary House Extension Grows to Create Internal Courtyard

By wrapping an extension against the boundary, Boundary House deals with awkward residual spaces and improves access to light.

Erskineville House: A light-well void creates a surprisingly generous sense of space

The narrow (3.9 meter) Erskineville House gets a spacious and light makeover thanks to a double height, multi-functional light-well.

HOUSE House: A Single Building Extends Two Houses

Two homes. Both owned by the same family. A new extension designed to flank the rear of both homes to provide extra space.

Fairbairn House Pushes Materials to Their Limits

A palette of masonry, timber & stone is pushed to their physical limits. Fairbairn House is a material delight…

Westbury Crescent Residence: Periscope Lets Light Into This Home

A huge periscope is one way to get light into Westbury Crescent Residence without sacrificing privacy. The clever manipulation of light doesn't stop there!

Camelia Cottage: Small House Extension Makes a Massive Impact

An extremely small house extension transforms a heritage cottage. You'll be surprised the difference clever planning and small addition makes to occupants.

Moor House: How Do You Create a Home in 4.5 Meters?

Moor House's family needed was a well designed renovation to provide space and privacy for their growing children. Oh, and all within just 4.5 meters width!

Goldfields Dwelling: A House Designed Around a Dining Table

When designing this small, 100 m² home in Victoria's goldfields, Architects Design Office started with the dining table to make the house fun and sociable.

Tang House: Terrace Renovation Takes Advantage of Every Nook and Cranny

Tang House is a compact but thoughtful terrace extension that utilizes every nook and cranny to create a versatile home that defies its size.

Cross Stitch House: Stitching Together the Past and the Present

FMD Architects have taken a tread from their client's brief and stitched the old and new together in this clever home extension, Cross Stitch House.

Law Street House: Behind a Steely Facade Hides a Delightfully Bright Secret

Law Street House is constructed from a surprising material - plate steel. Inside, a double height light shaft encourages sunlight to dance across the walls.

Perforated House: A Modern Home That Celebrates Yesteryear's Charm...

Do you prefer the charm of traditional homes? But you also like to have a modern kitchen, spacious rooms, and open plan living areas. Perforated House proves you can have both — even if you build a new house from scratch.

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