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Garden House: A Blueprint for Sustainable Living in Melbourne

FeaturedGeometric white house with a diamond-pattern facade surrounded by greenery.

Discover Garden House, a pioneering project by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne, Australia. This private house is not only a testament to modern, sustainable design but also an energy powerhouse, producing five times its daily energy needs. Designed in 2021 as a future-forward, eco-friendly family home, Garden House demonstrates how innovative architecture can lead to a self-sufficient lifestyle, seamlessly combining aesthetics with functionality in an urban setting.

South Yarra Void House: Melbourne’s Modern Heritage Revival

Modern backyard with a white brick house, patio furniture, and a pergola.

The South Yarra Void House, a Victorian gem in Melbourne, Australia, undergoes a stunning transformation by Andrew Child Architect. Merging historical elegance with modern design, this project revitalizes a 1970s extension. Its centerpiece, a double-height dining area, introduces light and drama, complemented by a unique workspace with panoramic views. This reinvention showcases a seamless blend of past and present in home design.

McPhail House: Blending Heritage with Modern Design

FeaturedModern living room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a garden.

McPhail House, a stunning extension in Essendon, Melbourne by Design by AD, beautifully integrates a classic cottage’s heritage with contemporary elements. Maintaining the neighborhood’s charm, this modern addition enhances the property with light-filled, open spaces. The design skillfully balances old and new using consistent materials and tones.

Enhanced by KPLA’s landscape design and constructed by Align Concepts, McPhail House stands as a symbol of timeless, sophisticated design.

RaeRae House: A Masterpiece of Inner-City Living

Modern living room with sleek furniture, fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Explore RaeRae House, a distinctive inner-city family home in Melbourne, Australia, designed by Austin Maynard Architects.

Merging two heritage terrace houses with a modern glazed entry, RaeRae is a blend of whimsical design and strategic functionality. Its unique exterior, shaped like an architectural mountain range, optimizes light and minimizes visual impact. Inside, every detail, from window placements to sustainable materials, is thoughtfully chosen, making RaeRae a symbol of innovative, sustainable living.

Beaumaris Townhouses: Redefining Bayside Living

Beaumaris Townhouses: Redefining Bayside Living

Discover the Beaumaris Townhouses in Melbourne, Australia, a testament to modernist minimalism in architecture. Designed by Robert Harwood Architects + Interiors, these homes are a tribute to the celebrated modernist style of Melbourne’s bayside suburbs.

The townhouses seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, featuring innovative materials and a unique color palette inspired by local modernist homes. Enjoy natural light-filled spaces, a private study with an ensuite bathroom, and indigenous landscaped gardens, all while experiencing the elegance of a design that redefines townhouse living.

Gottlieb House: Where Art Meets Architecture

Gottlieb House: Where Art Meets Architecture

Gottlieb House in Melbourne, a creation of Wood Marsh Architecture, merges the realms of art and architecture. Inspired by Donald Judd and Richard Serra, this concrete and steel home transcends traditional residential design, embracing the intersection of space, materiality, light, and form. Here, artistry and functionality coexist, creating a living sculpture that redefines suburban living.

The Hütt Passivhaus: Eco-Friendly Living in Melbourne

The Hütt Passivhaus: Eco-Friendly Living in Melbourne

Explore The Hütt Passivhaus in Melbourne, Australia – a sustainable marvel by Melbourne Design Studios. Built in 2021, this contemporary, passive-designed house merges eco-friendliness with urban living on a modest 78 square meters (840 square feet).

Emphasizing net-zero energy and a deep nature connection, it’s a testament to innovative, responsible architecture, enhancing occupants’ well-being and setting new standards in environmental sustainability.

Local House: Eco Design Meets Family Life

Local House: Eco Design Meets Family Life

Local House in Melbourne stands as a modern emblem of sustainability, designed by Zen Architecture in 2023 to blend seamlessly with the historic Mount Eagle Estate. For a couple with a zest for art and travel, this single-story home represents comfort and thoughtful design, accommodating their growing family and commitment to green living.

With its strategic orientation and material selection, the house is not only a homage to the area’s heritage but a state-of-the-art residence built to age as gracefully as its occupants.

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