Journal. of timeless aesthetics.

Marine Residence by Openspace Architecture reworks West Coast Modernism through lightness, glazing and landscape to frame ocean views in West Vancouver.

Lang 靚 by Austin Maynard Architects is a compact South Yarra family home focused on efficiency, wellbeing and sustainable urban design principles.

The Estelle Residence in Oakleigh, Victoria, designed by Patrick Cristian Gheorghiu of pcg. blends Japanese minimalism with local design restraint to create a serene sanctuary. From street level, the robust masonry and warm timber elements engage with natural light filtered through timber screens and expansive glazing. The home’s connection to nature is emphasised through its structured garden, muted material palette, and a sculptural staircase that unites living spaces with elegant simplicity. Thoughtful external features, like weatherboard cladding and a circular timber portal, blend suburban charm with modernity. Celebrated for this harmonious design, it won the 2018 HIA Award for Best Renovation and Addition under $1M.