Cake House by Alexander Symes Architect
A thoughtful example of respectful, passive design, Cake House captures the joy of seaside living today while ensuring its comfort, efficiency, and relevance for generations to come.
Sustainability
Korinda House by BENT Architecture
Blending family warmth with the rugged beauty of the Australian bush. Designed by BENT Architecture, Korinda House's earthy forms, lush courtyards, and sustainable materials create a home that protects, connects, and celebrates its unique landscape.
Archie Cot by Seena x Defy
Born from Seena and Defy’s shared values as parents, the Archie Cot is a first-of-its-kind nursery piece made from 100% recycled plastic. Locally crafted and uniquely coloured, this collaboration delivers an eco-friendly, safe and simple-to-assemble nursery essential unlike any other.
How Otetto is Revolutionising the Way We Build Homes with Hemp
Otetto is reshaping sustainable housing in Australia with modular hemp homes that are beautiful, durable, and climate-conscious. Their innovative hemp wall system, Living Canvas®, makes eco-friendly building accessible, delivering healthy, resilient homes that support people and the planet.
The Husk Collection by South Drawn: Lighting for Today, Designed for Tomorrow
Made using biodegradable Zeoform Micro Pulp and built for repair and recovery, this modular lighting range by Melbourne-based design studio South Drawn reimagines how sustainable materials can shape contemporary design.
How Australia’s Architects and Designers Are Shaping a More Sustainable Future
Sustainability is now at the heart of Australian architecture and design, with studios and brands leading the way in environmental responsibility. We’ve curated a selection of architects, designers and brands that are setting new benchmarks and making a meaningful impact in this space.
Salmon House by True Story
Set high on a sloping Northcote corner, this multi-level family home flows through a series of immersive spaces shaped by light, material and rhythm. Designed for both connection and solitude, it gently links indoor living with garden, pool and the broader landscape.
Three Points House by BIJL Architecture
Set among the trees above MacMasters Beach, Three Points House is a coastal home thoughtfully redesigned by BIJL Architecture. The project brings clarity and warmth to an existing structure, creating spaces that feel calm, connected, and easy to live in.
SUNSET Joinery: A New Chapter in Timber Joinery, where Tradition Meets Innovation
Under new creative leadership, SUNSET Joinery is redefining its legacy. Based in Sunshine, Victoria, the workshop blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design, evolving into a collaborative studio driven by sustainability, storytelling, and care for its craft.
Merricks House by Aktis Architects
A bold yet inviting rural home, this residence is set on a gently rising site in Melbourne’s south-east. Merricks House by Aktis Architects is designed to sit above a three-metre level change, balancing raw materials, natural light, and thoughtful planning to create a modern family home.
Brixton by Cera Stribley
Sculpted with curving forms, natural light, and strong materials, Brixton balances privacy and openness, offering flexible living across two wings and embracing its leafy setting with warmth, light, and lasting function.
Modular Homes for Modern Living: Thoughtful, Flexible, and Beautifully Designed
Discover how modular homes are redefining modern living, offering smart, sustainable design with unmatched flexibility and style. In this article, we explore the rise of architecturally designed modular homes across Australia.