Hi Friends, We have some VERY, VERY exciting news to share with you all. Bleuscape Design’s new website is live!! Have you ever wanted to contribute to design outcomes? Our new site allows YOU to have a voice. The concept is simple… Under the projects section contribute your ideas and thoughts. We value your life […]
On the back of his already astonishing body of work we get to see yet another cracker house by Peter Stutchbury! The aptly named ‘Wing House’ with its unique roof lines and raw material palette commands incredible views out over Wategos Beach, Byron Bay. Oh…what lucky clients. Well done Peter and team, this one is […]
Welcome to the Illusionary House. What is inside is outside, and what is outside in inside. The act of habitation occurs under a canopy of spaces that are engaged with in response to changing weather conditions. The home attempts to offer occupation as a matter of choice rather than through predetermined solution. Over time, it […]
In early 2013 I had the pleasure of spending time with my friend Dr Bruce Judd, Professor of architecture UNSW. Our journey from Merroo to Sydney airport lead us past Rouse Hill, in particular the new Town Centre commissioned by the NSW State Government and built from tender by Lend Lease and GPT Group (Developers). […]
A 54 minute documentary on Australia architect Glenn Murcutt. Writer/director Peter Hyatt follows Murcutt to Sydney, Northern Australia, Papua New Guinea and Finland to observe his architecture and contribution to Green design well before sustainability became a catchphrase. Glenn Murcutt – Touch The Earth Lightly from Peter Hyatt on Vimeo.
While I am on a bit of a role with posting about great Aussie houses, I thought I would include this series sponsored by Boral earlier this year. This set of houses are all Australian award winners; simply, another feast for the eyes. http://www.sandcastlestv.com/ Episode 01 Perched over the cliffs the Holman house is an iconic […]
Gratten Institute Report Full Report – Tomorrow’s Suburbs The fringes of Australian cities are growing at a remarkable rate. But these new neighbourhoods won’t stay new for long. Over time, the profile and needs of their residents will change, as people move in and out, age, or their life circumstances alter in other ways. Suburbs […]
This TV series put on by the ABC showcases some of Australia’s cutting edge residential architecture. It is a real inspiration. Enjoy some of the best design our country has to offer! http://www.abc.net.au/tv/dreambuild/ Episode 1 – Hill House The first episode features a Melbourne couple faced with a dilemma familiar to many parents. With three […]
Gregory Burgess graduated from the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning at the University of Melbourne in 1970. For the past 32 years he has led the Melbourne architectural practice known as Gregory Burgess Architects, for which he is the principal designer. Burgess has received over 40 professional and community awards including the Sir Zelman […]
Below are two awesome Australian radio programs based on architecture. It’s a very informative way of staying up to date with design in our country. Enjoy! RRR The Architects The Plan – Adelaide Radio