architects

Most homeowners planning a renovation in Melbourne see hiring an architect as a luxury—an added upfront cost that might get them a magazine-worthy kitchen but won’t necessarily help the bottom line. When budgets get tight, it’s easy to think a builder or draftsperson can achieve the same result for less money. But is that perception true? Groundbreaking new research finally provides a definitive, quantitative answer that changes the entire conversation. A landmark study, RAsP

There was a time not so long ago when clients had to place enormous trust in their architect. With 2D plans mostly incomprehensible to the average person, it was only when the project was nearing completion that the final design could be properly appreciated. Too often poor design decisions or material choices made along the way would be set in stone far too late to be rectified without great expense. Thankfully, those days are gone! Exciting technological advances in archite

Australia’s pioneering spirit has shaped much of our culture and lifestyle. One of the most iconic symbols of this spirit is the dream of owning a 1/4 acre block—a spacious piece of land where families can build their forever homes. But as I’ve observed over the years, this dream has led us down a path of building homes that are often too big, too costly, and sometimes unsustainable. If we shifted our focus from quantity to quality, life satisfaction could soar, building cost

For centuries, architects have strived to design awe-inspiring structures. But today, facing a world brimming with social challenges,...

New research shows that hiring an architect for a home renovation can significantly increase the property's value. Here's a breakdown of...