Shannon McGrath - Architectural Photographer

What if you outgrow the Mornington beach house that's been in the family for years? Architect Clare Cousins designed a 'treehouse' extension for the big kids.

A moderate extension creates a rich space and leaves a decent-sized backyard. Jack's House is a timber 'gusset' that will serve the family into the future.

Tucked away on a treed site on Australia's beautiful Great Ocean Road, Treehouse takes in stunning ocean and tree views.

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

A stronger connection to the exterior courtyards with concealed sliding doors, for access to light, fresh air and aspect.

Hover House by Bower Architecture is built on a disused backyard tennis court in Mt Martha -- a great example of infill housing.

A series of insertions into this period home injects light deep into the plan, making it modern and bright in-spite of its age.

Bridport Residence extension grabs northern light and creates a quiet safe haven to the rear of the property.

Seaview House is made up of a series of pavilions, designed to fit in with neighbouring old weatherboard cottages without sacrificing contemporary appeal…

After stripping back years of unthoughtful additions, Richmond House receives a bright and modern interpretation of a lean-to.

Sitting in an historic neighbourhood, House in House. Inside and out, it's a surprising alternative to its dark row house neighbours.

Like a real doll's house, this addition is two spaces stacked on top of each other and uses furniture and joinery to divide spaces instead of doors and walls.

This converted warehouse in Fitzroy involved refitting of a beautiful old warehouse to become a flexible home for an extended family.

Dealing with poor orientation this North-facing cloistered space acts as circulation and additional indoor/outdoor living space.

You can tell something's different about this heritage home from the moment you see the lime green door and pastel green walls...

For cost efficiency this project creates two identical houses, but thanks to a clever folded facade each home fits the site.

Making the most of the site's assets, this new addition overlooks the lush park behind the home to stunning effect.

Previously a general store, this South Melbourne terrace is now a light-filled family home while retaining its character and quirks.

In many ways, Feng Shui aligns with the principles of good design. Here, Feng Shui achieves a light, harmonious and delightful home.

Chimneys of the old brickworks immediately caught the architect's attention and she knew this renovation needed to capture that view!