Nobbs Lane

2026

Multi-residential
(in construction)

Alts + adds to a ten-terrace row in Surry Hills. We love so many of the proposed moves to the original residences that retain heritage features whilst improving amenity – but we’re most excited about the new rear elevation inclusive of a sculptural podium that slides under and in-between four new laneway dwellings. We have designed these around existing landscaping to provide character to an overlooked laneway and articulate a new face to the adjacent parkland

Elizabeth

2026

Residential
(in documentation)

The Riverina

2026

Multi-residential
(in construction)

A rework and restoration of thirteen apartments that form a classic art deco building in Bondi. New works for this Class 2 building include individual entrance lobbies with terrazzo inlays and reconfigured spaces detailed to pay homage to deco through mosaics and trim. Our scope also involves the coordination of services new/old and façade works to bring the building back to life

Riddell

2023

Residential

We wanted to create a family home that borrows warmth from its owners and their existing c.1900 cottage by proposing a timber volume above that’s both conversational and deferential. By opening the front room whilst maintaining its original gable, we have allowed this element to shine and serve as a key visual anchor for the elevation and elements beyond. To the south, a double height setback provides façade articulation and cover, whilst also allowing an original timber arch to be exposed and serve as the entry

Old South

2023

Residential

Known by many as being adjacent to the famed childhood hang Plaster Master, we had a bit of fun injecting warmth and quirk into this new four-bedroom home. Functional habitable rooms are flanked by new private outdoor spaces that capitalise on site width and maximise available sunlight. From the outside, folded red zinc and articulated openings that reference existing details form the heart of our proposal

Riley Roof

2023

Commercial

An elevated deck atop a converted interwar workshop, Riley Roof uses its expansive plate to fold out furnishings, objects and plantings to create intimate spaces against the skyline

Architect | Studio Shand
Landscape | Black Beetle
Builder | APM Australia

SHORTLIST OUTDOOR DESIGN – IDEA 2024

Canopy

2022

Something special. Reverse angle posts float a perforated canopy with cylinders that project through fascias. Laser cut components slot together, with mechanical fixings that elevate and shadow profiles of steel and aluminium

Architect | Studio Shand
Builder | APM Australia
Photo | Alex Johnstone