Renovations

The sleek, all-white extension of Armadale Annex brings modern flair to a classic Edwardian home.

A hidden piece of history reshapes a modern Fremantle home renovation thanks to some creative design solutions...

From shack to sanctuary! Discover how a 1960s beach shack became a modern, eco-friendly family home...

Perfectly blending old and new, capturing the owners sense of style, and correcting mistakes of the past, this renovation nails it all.

Navigate your home transformation with expert tips from Melonie Bayl-Smith. From town planning to budget management, ensure your success!

Solving two families' problems in one move: create a link between the two homes to create the perfect multi-generational home...

By restoring the original cottage and separating the addition from the original home, The Paperbark sensitively blends old and new...

Richmond Hill House blends heritage charm with modern design, creating a timeless, sustainable home that adapts to family needs.

Carpenter’s vision meets architectural brilliance: transforming a dark, outdated house into a light-filled, energy-efficient family home.

Discover how a first-time homebuyer revamped their space for family life with smart design, warm materials, and functional updates.

This Art Deco home renovation references the original to create a home that is full of character and perfect for modern living.

Architect attempts to design her own renovation of a 1950s stunner while heavily pregnant. What could possibly go wrong?

Discover how a dilapidated property was reborn as a stunning, sustainable Passive House, blending modern needs with classic charm.

This old home needed rebuilding from the stumps up, but the result is an energy-efficient, all-electric family home.

Who would have thought a modest red brick project home could be hiding so much potential. The transformation is stunning...

Transformation of a century-old cottage into a share house for mother and adult daughter with space for bonding and personal retreats.

Not a square metre goes to waste in this tight Darlington terrace renovation to create a modern, multifunctional home.

Discover how a dated 1950s brick house was masterfully renovated into a stunning, light-filled contemporary home in Melbourne.

This beautiful double-fronted home in a heritage precinct of Hawthorn East is renovated and extended for 21st century living...

Most terraces are dark and pokey, but with pops of colour and a full-width opening to the garden, this home is bright and full of fun.

With just 75 square metres and an awkward floor plan, this downsizing couple have a stunning, space-efficient and functional home.

Is there an emerging Australian 'style'? Are these homes forging a new Australian style?

This beachside apartment had the makings of a beautiful home. It just needed some assistance…

A two-storey addition to a Queenslander cottage which avoids raising the original home without taking up too much backyard space...

A new two-storey addition reorients this home to garden and the sun, creating a light-filled living space for everyone to enjoy...

An expansive renovation and extension of this suburban cottage has transformed it into a stunning family home filled with light…

Focussing on natural light and outlooks to greenery has creates a private sanctuary despite being in the middle of the action

This fun-filled renovation and extension of a local landmark is perfect for anyone who’s ever dreamed of living in a castle!

Transforming a run-down, dark and poorly insulated Californian Bungalow into a comfortable, efficient and sustainable home...

Despite a tall neighbour to the north, this renovated home is full of light and lush views. Plus, they were able to disconnect the gas.

This creative decided to transform his double garage into a functional and beautiful home office - just *before* the pandemic hit.

What does the dream home of a multi-creative look like? Beautiful details, a relaxed beach house vibe and a healthy splash of colour.

Opening up the back of this semi to light and the backyard has created the perfect entertainer.

Folded perfectly, the 10-fold roofline of this home grabs the light and views of treetops and provides privacy from neighbours.

The addition creates a new living area and main bedroom suite, completely transforming the functionality and style of this home.

Much of the charm of this original Edwardian cottage had been removed, painted over and, in some cases, plastered over.

With clever planning and bringing light and framed views in at every opportunity, this long, narrow site feels surprisingly spacious.

Just because your home is on a tight, inner-city site doesn't mean it can't feel spacious. You just need to use the right tricks!

Bathroom renovations are popular. They're also expensive and risky. Here are the tips and trends you need to know before you start...

Getting the transition right is a challenge in any addition. Here, a courtyard creates breathing room between old and new.

Your home is definitely your castle at this renovation which uses an elegant take on fortification to protect the home from noise.

Old homes are full of character. By carefully marrying old and new in a renovation, you can retain some of that warmth and personality.

The neighbours once dubbed this home the ugly duckling of the street, now they're green with envy at this stunning entertainer.

This home has a surprise at the end of the typically ornate Edwardian-era hallway, and it's far from your average terrace renovation!

The history of this home as well as the personalities of its owners shine through in this clever renovation of a Victorian cottage.

Redbrick and terracotta-tiled Californian Bungalows are beautiful homes, but they can be dark. Here's a bright solution...

While retaining as much of the original house for cost and environmental reasons, this home is completely transformed.

Turn an existing clothing warehouse into a bold new home without losing its industrial aesthetic? Let's see how it turned out...

This house crossed with a warehouse is the perfect live/work space for a family who are always making or doing something...

A terrace house typically makes you think, long, narrow and dark. This terrace might be long and narrow, but it's also light and lush!

A focus on the small changes with the biggest impact was key to keeping the renovation of this 1980s project home budget-friendly.

Looks can be deceiving. Hidden behind this narrow frontage is a spacious, light-filled and fun home thanks to a recent renovation.

For a client who lives alone, this renovation was about creating the perfect home for their lifestyle, not more space.

Good design means you can live larger with less, meaning this compact home feels bright, spacious and surrounded by greenery.

Damp-ridden, cold and leaking, this 1960s home needed a revamp. Luckily, a sensitive approach retains the home's unique character.

By removing poorly constructed add-ons and creating an open-plan living area as the new heart, this quaint cottage is transformed...