Hackney Bay House in London is a reworking of a Victorian terrace house designed by Material Works that aims to create bright, healthy living spaces. This thoughtful renovation breathes new life into a Victorian terraced home in Hackney, reimagining the previously dark and confined lower level as an expansive, light-filled living space—the new heart of a family home. By lowering the floor, generous ceiling heights now define the kitchen and before rising into a dramatic double-height volume, anchored by a two-storey bay window that frames views of the garden beyond.
In the leafy suburb of Fairfield, Melbourne, the Fairfield Courtyard House, designed in 2024 by Taylor Knights, has been thoughtfully transformed into a modern sanctuary for a retiring couple. The project emphasizes a single-level layout to ensure accessibility and comfort, and its innovative features include courtyards offering an indoor-outdoor lifestyle, complemented by durable materials like bush-hammered concrete and sustainably sourced hardwood floors.
Bindloss Dawes has successfully completed an ambitious extension of a Victorian home in London, United Kingdom, transforming a run down property into a distinguished contemporary family home. Created for clients Emma Dahlman and Nick Illston, the refit highlights natural and robust material choices within the unique architectural pairing of modern monolithic concrete and traditional brick facades across their Lordship Park dwelling, which was designed in 2024.
Fitzroy North Terrace by Field Office Architecture blends historic charm with contemporary design in Fitzroy Crossing, Australia. The home, originally a Victorian terrace, was updated to enhance natural light and create a harmonious connection to nature.
Design by AD has completed a house renovation and expansion in Melbourne, Australia. Shot Tower Terrace combines Victorian-era details with modern elements, respecting the original workers’ cottage proportions. Designed in 2023, the project restores and updates the home for contemporary living.
Tilde House, a Victorian house located in the UK, has been remodeled by Neil Dusheiko Architects. Designed in 2022, this project blends historic and contemporary elements. A striking modern extension features distinctive brickwork and a pleated roof design, creating a seamless transition from the original house. The interior showcases meticulous detailing, enhancing the modern living experience while preserving the home’s elegant past.
Designed by YSG Studio in 2023, Mo Jacobsen is a home in Melbourne, Australia, blending Victorian weatherboard with a new addition. The home incorporates Middle Eastern and Nordic elements, with a focus on sustainability through the use of Hempcrete. The interior boasts rich spice notes, gem-hued leadlight panes, and various references to multiple cultures, creating a unique and harmonious living space.
Central Mood House is a renovated Victorian dwelling blended with modern elements in Melbourne, Australia. Crafted by DOOD Studio in 2022, this house features dark, textured stones, timbers, and brass for a masculine interior.
