Some things are best measured not by how much we have, but by how good they are. A single piece of exceptional chocolate is infinitely more satisfying than an entire block of something forgettable. A memorable conversation with a close friend often means more than…
Read More →The History of the Queenslander: Climate, Character and the Evolution of an Australian Icon Few housing types are as closely connected to their environment as the Queenslander. Recognisable by its elevated form, generous verandahs, corrugated iron roof and timber construction, the Queenslander has become synonymous…
Read More →Why Queenslanders Still Talk in Perches (Not Square Metres) You know you’re from Queensland when land size is still measured in perches, not square metres—and definitely not acres. So if you’re a long-time Queenslander confused by this “new-age metric talk,” or a southerner trying to…
Read More →Look out, Melbourne. When it comes to design, Brisbane’s about to pull a Moscow at the end of WWI. Brisbane is Kalimantan and Melbourne is Jakarta, sinking into the Java Sea. For those who snoozed through early 20th Century history classes (who didn’t?) and haven’t…
Read More →Navigating Planning Approvals: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls and Keep Your Project Moving Few aspects of a building project create more frustration than planning approvals. For many clients, the process can feel opaque, slow-moving and unnecessarily complex. Regulations, overlays, reports, applications and multiple approval pathways…
Read More →Designing for a Sloping Block: Five Architectural Approaches for Steep Sites A steep or sloping block is often viewed as a challenge. Clients frequently arrive at our studio concerned about excavation costs, retaining walls, access difficulties, or the perceived complexity of designing on uneven terrain.…
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