Sustainability

Isolated at the fringe of a forest in the valley of Bagnes, Wallis in Switzerland, this barn was transformed and extended into a primary residence for a couple.

Showcasing the typical burnt-cedar cladding, the Barn House extension is a modern building that nonetheless sits comfortably within the traditional structures of the area.

Richard Kirk Architect and HASSELL Architects challenge the typical green checklist by creating a passively sustainable building focused on natural ventilation and material choices

This case study traverses award-winning landscaping and architectural aspects of Brisbane’s River Quay project, which began with redevelopment of the former ‘Boardwalk’ site

An island home designed for a semi-retired couple, ease of movement and single-level accessibility – all on a significant natural slope.

When Outcrop House was judged overall winner of the 2008 Australian Timber Design Awards, architect Peter Stutchbury modestly described the work as “one of restraint” – an enclave offering comfort, ease, place and dreaming, and promoting contemplation.

This timber-framed-and-clad fishing hut like no other provides secure boat and tackle storage at one of the best fly-fishing locations in Britain.

Designed for its small carbon footprint, the 52 Cubic Wood office was created through a partnership of two design firms.

With a clever use of space and materials, Breathe Architecture have created an award-winning home on a sliver of land.

A writer’s ‘sanctuary’, but with no specific instructions for a space where writing would take place.

Laminated veneered lumber (LVL) and advanced prefabrication techniques used to construct a new education facility, the Melbourne School of Design, at The University of Melbourne.

The passion for the craft of wooden pegged mortice and tenon joinery is evident in this timber framed house crafted from large cross section red ironbark timber.