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"Shanghai Surprise" p74 (Interiors article)

Some properties are all about the house but in this case, the generously-sized leafy 840sq m block was what first attracted the owners' interest. Read More

Using its original geometric shapes as a reference point, this cottage has been reinvented to take advantage of the bushland setting. Read More

Taking advantage of a leafy site means this family now spends time relaxing in their outdoor room set high in the trees. A once-ordinary North Shore house in Sydney has been modernised to fit today's family lifestyle, Read More

After enduring a weekly commute from Canberra to Sydney for many years, Liz and Richard Gilbert recently decided to settle in Sydney. With three children grown up and out on their own, downsizing from their rambling Canberra home seemed the way to go. Read More

The renovation of this semi-detached Heritage-listed Victorian terrace in North Sydney maintains period detailing to the streetscape and front rooms, while embracing a wholly contemporary rear addition. Read More

Heritage homes, like people, need some TLC from time to time. This Sydney house needed just that; it was largely unmodernised with only some basic modifications and additions made about 30 years earlier. Read More

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The wrought iron railings and immaculate finish of Leanne and Alex's Victorian house look as though they're straight out of the set of an English period drama. So it comes as a complete yet welcome surprise that, upon stepping through the impressive front door with stained glass windows, their light and airy hallway immediately conveys a feel of contemporary Australian living. Read More

Keeping children safe and comfortable is a given when it comes to creating a family kitchen - but that doesn't have to mean that adults' needs are less important. Read More

With sophisticated finishes, this substantial kitchen lives up to its reputation as the heart of the home Read More

When the owners of this lakeside home decided to renovate, their primary motivation was to have a house in which the living was on a single level. Read More

This project is a transformation of a typical red brick house into a contemporary dwelling. With excellent solar orientation and extensive views across Lake Macquarie. Read More

This 1950s brick home is updated with a new modern look. Architect Stephen Gray incorporates echoes of the past combined with a strong, industrial edge. Read More

When embarking on renovations it's important to consider what your family's needs will be in 10 years or more, regardless of whether you are renovating a longterm family home or for re-sale in the short term Read More

A change in direction gave an old suburban box a new lease on life. In building parlance, the word "addition" usually means a new room or rooms tacked onto the side or rear of a house. Read More

The clients wanted a contemporary addition that provided a real connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. We responded with a design that has created a a confident building that maintains the privacy necessary for a corner block whilst providing for the lifestyle of the occupants, the site and the bustling beachside locale. Read More

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An architect and his teacher wife have come up with a democratic answer to their divergent tastes in interior design. Read More

The former kitchen in this Mosman home was highly functional but dated, and it had no connection with the rest of the house. After selling the kitchen cupboards on ebay and the appliances to one fo the building contractors, the work began in earnest. Read More

This new kitchen has been seamlessly integrated into the main circulation space of the house. To achieve this, a structural wall was removed. This also provided more light and maximised a picturesque harbour view. Read More

The house, built in the 1970s, featured the unusual combination of concrete post and slabs with brick infill panels. Although the house was generally in good condition, it need substantial updating. Read More

Bathrooms should be designed for blissful relaxation and practical functionality. But a lot can go wrong if you don't combine good design with smart construction methods. Here's how you can achieve the best results. Read More

The aim of the project was to create an intimate connection between the rear part of the dwelling to the outdoor entertaining areas. onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/virtual/media/read');" Read More