Alfred Street, Port Melbourne: Understatement
Sited within the Port Melbourne heritage precinct, this alteration project adopts an ethos of marrying strict heritage values with modernist…
Designing for Wellbeing: Architecture and Health
The architecture we surround ourselves with has the ability to influence our quality of life and long-term wellbeing, be it…
COVID-19 and Investing in Affordable Housing: an opportunity
WHATS GOING ON? With the Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenburg affirming that Australia in recession, the need for economic stimulus is…
How to Ensure your Project runs smoothly when the Architect is MIA
We are all human, and at times one needs to take some time out from work. It may be for…
What does an architect do?
I have always been questioned by people about what I do as an architect. As I mentioned, in my…
Living on a Construction Site
When we are preparing a design for Additions and Alterations to a residence, we are often asked if we can…
Extensions and Renovations
I’ve just googled ‘Renovating your Home’ and amazed at how many sites are offering advice. There are the usual advertisements …
Sustainable Design – What is a BESS Report and Why Do You Need One?
Sustainable Design During the design process, sustainability is increasingly becoming a key concern for clients, architects, planners and other consultants….
The turn down in the market from an Architect’s perspective
Since Melbourne was first founded by John Batman in 1835, we have seen residential communities and their buildings develop in…
