architecture

Port Arthur Tasmania

This small pavilion is a prototype suite for a proposed resort at Port Arthur designed by Circa Morris Nunn architects which was built prior to the construction of the main project to evaluate the design ideas. The project aims were to create a resort that was highly sustainable and paid homage to the convicts that settled at  Port Arthur. The prototype pavilion is a translucent...

Amore…. Dimore Studio

This recent project by Milano firm Dimore Studio exudes all that I love about interiors. The design is strong and understated with an expert mix of forms and materials that allows the space to escape the doldrums of being typecast as belonging to a particular place or time. Set against a backdrop of soft textured grey walls with gentle vaulted ceilings, the colour palate of...

Summer house Sao Paulo

This summer house situated a few meters from the sea on the north coast of the state of Sao Paulo is known for its dense vegetation and humid climate. In response the the climate and location Andrade Morettin architects were inspired to create a large shelter a "shell" under which the living spaces would be located, giving protection from the harsh sun and intense rain without...

New Zealand forest chic

This little offering by New Zealand based studio Chris Tate, located in a forest near Auckland is literally hugged by mother nature. Framed by floor to ceiling glass walls the breathtaking forest is the undeniable hero. The house is not only sexy but is sensitive to the environment, elevated by poles the dwelling hovers above the vegetation having very little impact on the vegetation below....

Escaping the city …

Escaping from the city was the inspiration behind the this town house by architect Leo Romano in Goiania Brazil, aiming to create spaces with personality the house is like no other. Everything revolves around the huge wooden dining table, flanked by the kitchen joinery and living room. The design was built to enrich very-day living and promote family life. A green element is layered through...

Looking forward in 2013….. D’Acquino Monaco

As we find ourselves waking up to the dawning of optimistic 2013, and I now find myself calling Sydney home, I thought I would look to a firm that excels in creating a dialogue in their designs that represents the best of the New Year. Carl D’Acquino and Francine Monaco, of New York based D’Acquino Monaco, pride themselves on working closely with their clients to...

Woollahra House connecting the past with the new..Revisited

This Woollahra house weaves the rich heritage character of an original Victorian house, with elements that are unashamedly contemporary. Stripped of years of accretions, the original house has been exposed and brought into today. A new spiraling stair connects the past with the new, including a new kitchen and family room on the ground floor and study and staff quarters above, with the historic fabric...

Middle Park heritage … Revisited

The Harold Street Residence is a new dwelling located in the Middle Park heritage overlay area. The brief called for a new residence for a couple with university age children that could accommodate their evolving family needs. Surrounded by predominately single storey Victorian terraces JCB delivered the projects heritage context through architectural form and detailing working within these parameters. The sculptural red brickwork and sweeping...

perched on a sand dune…. Revisited

Like a set of shipping containers perched on a sand dune in the coastal town of Huentelauquen, Chile sits Casa W designed by 01AR. A minimalistic home divided into two living quarters. The house uses slabs of timber and stone allowing the structure to sit gracefully. Custom designed windows and extensive timber paneling give casual coastal nod. This palette of materials, as well as the...

so French So – An …. so chic … revisited

Isabelle Stanisias and Leiko Oshima are the principle designers and founders of So - An architecture & interior design studio located n France. So - An embrace and exude French Chic, with their projects delivering elegance, contemporary style, grandness and pure sophistication whilst still being fresh and hip. The juxtaposition of these homes housed in heritage buildings bring a whole new meaning and respect to revival. [caption...