Lunchbox Architect featured projects

A third and final renovation unifies a once-pieced-together home with warmth, flair, and a gourmet-worthy kitchen at its core.

Kelly’s rebirth proves that timeless design and sun-drenched spaces can transform even the most forgotten homes.

A contemporary extension brings this old Victorian into the spotlight—without stealing its thunder.

This 170-year-old bluestone cottage gets a luxe and layered upgrade—without losing its old-world soul.

Renovating a heritage home is like dancing the Charleston—honouring the rhythm of the past while bringing in a little flair of your own.

A small Federation-era cottage becomes a tranquil haven with smart design, good flow, and loads of natural light.

Inspired by Moroccan and Turkish design, this Sydney home is a bold, curved, character-filled celebration of individuality.

Designed for a retired couple, this home floats among the trees with minimal impact and maximum serenity

Hidden powder rooms, sliding steel doors, and hotel vibes—this townhouse is full of small-space magic.

This two-storey Fitzroy North home uses its laneway boundary to create a lush, private inner-city oasis with a pool at its heart.

Sun-drenched and stylish—skylights flood the open-plan kitchen with natural light.

Turning past into present—this Thornbury home repurposes its own bricks to create a timeless extension.

Why settle for a standard backyard when you can wrap your home around a lush courtyard? Baker’s House rethinks suburban living.

Holocene House doesn’t just sit in the landscape—it actively regenerates it. Explore this carbon-positive oasis in Sydney.

A clever extension brings new life to this Edwardian home—wait until you see the double-height atrium!

This 1930s P&O-style home had stunning bones but needed a major rethink. See how it became a light-filled, modern family haven!

A classic Federation home on the outside, a sleek modern extension within. This Sydney renovation is full of surprises!

A silhouette of Preston’s industrial past shapes this striking home, with a sunken lounge, sauna, and family-friendly design.

A gable roof, mezzanine, and sliding doors bring space-saving magic to this compact yet versatile backyard studio.

From dark and dreary to light, bright, and effortlessly cool, while still keeping it green and gorgeous...

Forget cookie-cutter renovations—this one balances nostalgia with a bold new chapter, and the result is stunning...

Heritage charm, modern swagger. See how this Victorian cottage got a next-level makeover while keeping its soul intact.

Not your average front yard – this one is part garden, part community hub, and a functional extension of the home...

Nestled in Beaconsfield’s bushland, Hillside Home glows like a lantern—sustainable, serene, and strikingly beautiful.

From flood zoning to aircraft noise, this home overcomes challenges with clever planning and striking architectural solutions.

Expansive paddocks behind the home evoke memories of Hampstead Heath...

See how this Melbourne home went from dark and dated to a light-filled family sanctuary—complete with a moody theatre room!

A thoughtfully designed coastal retreat that blends timeless elegance with a relaxed, holiday-like atmosphere every single day.

A thoughtful reinvention turns a tired 1980s project home into a sophisticated family retreat.

A double-gabled extension introduces height and light, creating a striking yet cohesive addition.

Restoring Federation Charm: A Nod to the Home’s Rich History

An inverted design solution is a thoughtful response to a steep site.