Garden Pod Over the Pond
This garden pod in Newport, VIC redefines what a small backyard studio can be. Designed as part of a broader home renovation in Hobsons Bay, the 12m² pavilion cantilevers over an existing pond, creating a quiet retreat immersed in landscape. Clad in green tile and lined internally with warm plywood, the pod balances coastal durability with calm, flexible design. Navigating a heritage overlay and rear easement, the project demonstrates how thoughtful, architect-led renovation design can transform even modest additions into spatially rich, light-filled spaces connected deeply to garden and water.
New House on a Subdivided Heritage Site in Newport, Melbourne
On a compact corner site subject to a heritage overlay, this new home was carefully designed to unlock hidden value without overcapitalising. By capturing northern light, park views and city glimpses while fitting neatly under the surrounding Edwardian rooflines, the project demonstrates how good planning can create a generous, future-ready home on a small site.