Architecture
Fear of heights: Why do Perth people resist apartment living?
Medium and high-density housing is the norm for much of the world. But Perth people are reluctant to abandon their mega-sized homes and enjoy the benefits of apartment living.
- Mark Naglazas
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Shell art got a shellacking. Now it makes an architectural comeback in this beach house design
A tongue-in-cheek beach house makes effective use of shell art and cement panels.
- Stephen Crafti
- Two of Us
- Good Weekend
David drew up a plan to woo fellow architect Kawai: 500 Solomon Islanders helped
After meeting Kawai Yeung in 2009, David Kaunitz strove to win her over. Today, the couple specialise in humane architecture for disadvantaged communities.
- Lenny Ann Low
Who doesn’t need a hug? This exhibition will lift your mood
It’s a weighty issue, designing spaces for sensory needs. These architects invite you to be tucked into their sculptures.
- Kerrie O'Brien
- Opinion
- Opinion
Trump’s plan to make America ‘classic’ again, one gaudy building at a time
The president’s executive order is the same old “drill, baby, drill” attitude, but this time it’s more “gild, baby, gild”, with taxpayers set to foot the bill.
- Norman Day
Inside one of the greatest engineering achievements in human history
From outside, this vast construction is about size, scale and spectacle. Once inside, it becomes more about appreciating how the whole thing holds together.
- David Whitley
The skyscraper that changed a city – and one man’s life
Orica House, Australia’s first modern skyscraper, changed Melbourne’s skyline forever. Almost 70 years later, it’s about to be at the heart of the city’s story again.
- Cassandra Morgan
A single-storey red brick bungalow renovated into a P&O-style family home
Reflecting the creative vibe of its owners, this home is filled with sinuous curves and retro character.
- Susan Redman
Brian Seidler: A master builder with a reputation for making things better
Growing up in a home designed by his cousin Harry Seidler sparked a life-long interest in mid-century design for this construction industry leader that made his own mark.
- Malcolm Brown
The verdict on the Bondi Junction apartments made for high-density family life
In the latest in our series of property reviews, our experts run their eye over a high-rise in Bondi Junction designed for access to transport.
- Julie Power
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