Vibe Design Group drew inspiration for the design of Moat's Corner after traveling America to see some of the most iconic modernist homes. A mid-century modernist ethos encompassing honesty to materials, structural innovation and minimal ornamentation was at the core of the design.
Project name
Moat's Corner
Architecture firm
Vibe Design Group
Location
415 White Hill Rd, Dromana, Victoria, Australia
Principal architect
Michael O'Sullivan
Design team
Kathryn O'Sullivan
Collaborators
Total project done in house by Vibe Design Group
Interior design
Kathryn O'Sullivan, Michael O'Sullivan
Built area
Floor area 796 m², Outdoor Area 193 m²
Site area
234,717.67 m² (58 acres)
Structural engineer
NSIENT Consulting Engineers
Lighting
Vibe Design Group / AT Electrical
Supervision
Michael O'Sullivan
Construction
Icon Synergy Pty Ltd
Material
Matt Colorbond recessed seam cladding system, Galvanised Steel, Keller Window Frames, Specialized Glass, Natural Stack Stone
Typology
Residential › House, Biophilic
The Golden Point House is located in the inner-city suburb of Golden Point. The broad context encompasses a diverse mix of small/ large sized residential properties from the 19th century to contemporary. The house is located on a busy tree lined thoroughfare with the city centre at arm’s reach.
Project name
Golden Point House
Architecture firm
Porter Architects
Location
Golden Point, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Derek Swalwell
Principal architect
Nathan Porter
Design team
Nathan Porter
Interior design
Porter Architects
Structural engineer
McClellands Engineers
Environmental & MEP
Greg O'Beirne
Lighting
Porter Architects
Supervision
Porter Architects
Visualization
Porter Architects
Construction
Abbott Builders
Material
Charred hardwood cladding, red brick, natural hardwood cladding
Typology
Residential › House
Situated on a heritage-graded street in Hawthorn East, this project seamlessly blends the enduring charm of a double-fronted Victorian terrace with contemporary design to create a multi-generational family home. The original front section of the house has been carefully preserved, repurposed as three bedrooms, a study, and two bathrooms.
Project name
Victoria Road Residence, Hawthorn East
Architecture firm
Chan Architecture
Location
Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Elise Scott Photography
Principal architect
Anthony Chan
Design team
Meyvin Daniele
Interior design
Chan Architecture
Civil engineer
Wright Design
Structural engineer
Wright Design
Visualization
Chan Architecture
Typology
Residential › House
Nestled in the historic town of Chewton, Pyrenees is a testament to meticulous design and a harmonious integration with its environment. Designed as a three-bedroom home for a couple envisioning future growth, the project faced its unique set of challenges and triumphs. Several challenges marked the architectural journey of Pyrenees.
Architecture firm
Freeman Group Architects
Location
Chewton, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Jade Cantwell
Principal architect
David Noordhoff
Interior design
David Noordhoff for Freeman Group Architects
Structural engineer
Sunny Engineering
Lighting
Supplied by owner
Material
Local materials prioritizing durability and thermal efficiency, including spotted gum cladding and Colorbond steel in Woodland Grey
Client
James, Zara, and their dog Nellie
Typology
Residential › House
Nestled on the edge of Barwon Valley in Birregurra, on Gulidjan and Wadawurrung country, this project reimagines rural living for our client Heather and her family. The sustainable farmhouse balances modern comforts, flexibility and off-grid living with a design that is responsive to the farmland and the native vegetation that surrounds it.
Project name
Heather’s Off-grid House
Architecture firm
Gardiner Architects
Location
Birregurra, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Rory Gardiner
Principal architect
Paul Gardiner
Design team
Marlee Dawson, Alex Millar
Collaborators
Spence Construction, Builder. CLOS, CLT Timber Manufacturer. Cusp, CLT Timber Supplier. Metta Energy, Solar Company. Otway Greening, Agroforestry Specialist
Interior design
Gardiner Architects
Structural engineer
TGA Engineers
Landscape
Ocean Road Landscaping
Lighting
Gardiner Architects
Supervision
Spence Construction
Tools used
Wood fired boiler connected to in slab hydronic heating, Solar panel array with microinverters, septic system
Construction
Spence Construction
Material
CLT roof structure, timber batten and board cladding, 140mm stud + double brickwork walls, Prefabrication and CLT construction methods
Typology
Residential › House
Rich Street is an innovative commercial development located in Abbotsford, Melbourne. With a focus on biophilic design and sustainability. The project features rooftop solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system. Its strategic location offers convenience and connectivity, setting a new standard in workplace wellness and environmental stewardship...
Location
Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max, Corona Renderer, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Cobild
Collaborators
Cobild, CUUB studio, MGAO, EDGE Consulting Engineers, WRAP Engineering
Visualization
CUUB Studio
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Commercial › Office Building
Rammed earth, concrete and timber are celebrated design heroes at this newly built house in Blackburn. The site presented interesting design challenges due to its location within a Significant Landscape Overlay in a unique urban pocket of Melbourne.
Project name
Laurel Grove
Architecture firm
Kirsten Johnstone Architecture
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Photography
Tatjana Plitt
Principal architect
Kirsten Johnstone
Interior design
Kirsten Johnstone Architecture
Civil engineer
Maurice Farrugia + Associates Pty Ltd
Structural engineer
Maurice Farrugia + Associates Pty Ltd
Construction
CBD Contracting Group Pty Ltd
Material
Rammed earth, concrete and timber
Typology
Residential › House
Atlas Architects: Situated along the coastal foreshore of Inverloch surf beach, this 7.4 star energy efficient home represents a lifestyle change for our clients. Having recently purchased the site which contained a tired beach shack, we were engaged to renovate, extend and reimagine this family home.
Architecture firm
Atlas Architects
Location
Inverloch, Victoria, Australia
Principal architect
Aaron Neighbour, Ton Vu
Design team
Dean Lunn-Wilson, Lachlan Caligari, Damian Camilleri
Collaborators
JGF Creative
Interior design
Atlas Architects
Structural engineer
Residential Structures
Landscape
Seyffer Designs and Earth Design Landscapes
Construction
JGF Creative
Material
Split Face Brickwork, Accoya Timber, Pale Eucalypt Colorbond
Typology
Residential › House
