When I grew up in Sydney’s west, the dreamiest dream in the world was to have a pool. A few people we knew had one, but not many. Worst of all, it was deliriously hot the further you got away from the ocean and Sydney’s […]
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Architect: Sam Marshall
We love reading about architecture and have known architects for most of my adult life, through our friendships. So, I want to write about the architects I most admire. Starting with our own architect for this house: Architect Sam Marshall Sam is an award winning Australian architect […]
What is that? The renovation, restoration or knock down trend
(The above photo is an example of the McMansion home…a mock something or other with little reference to anything vaguely appropriate for our climate, but with a large floor space). It’s a vexed issue. When you become the owner of a home it is for living […]
Sydney House: The Original
In 2011, we were lucky enough to find a house which we found inspiring in its simplicity, but which also presented a challenge in a contemporary suburban context. We’ve also been informed by overseas travel and international ideas, many of which are reflected in modern […]
Sydney House. 