17.11.2025
Broadwaters by Studio Ilk: A 1970s Revival Through Timber and Thoughtful Design
In Hobart’s picturesque waterside suburb of Sandy Bay, a remarkable 1970s home has been lovingly restored by Studio Ilk, bringing together a passion for original architecture, local craftsmanship, and the warmth of Tasmanian timber. Named Broadwaters, the project is a masterclass in sensitive renovation, honouring the integrity of the...
3.11.2025
Honeyworks House: How Blackwood and considered design created a home that hasn’t aged in ten years
When architect Paul Butterworth was commissioned to design Honeyworks House a decade ago, the brief was clear: create a modest, garden-oriented home for empty nesters returning from North Queensland to Brisbane that would sit comfortably amongst its mid-century modern neighbours. What emerged was a masterclass in how authentic materials,...
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Built to age gracefully: Spring Beach House, the little cottage that glows.
Nestled along the rugged Tasmanian coastline of Spring Beach, a modest 100 square metre retreat demonstrates how thoughtful material choices can create extraordinary spaces. Designed by Scale Architecture for two sisters seeking a grounded, warm little space…
Professor Greg Nolan, architect, researcher, problem solver and raconteur on the most asked questions about Tasmanian Timber.
Professor Greg Nolan arrived at the Original Thinkers podcast studio on his push bike, in his high visibility vest, a vest that has no doubt seen it’s share of building sites, sawmills and forestry coupes.Â
Structural Timber: Radiata beams, the hero of Warwick Street House by Dock4 Architects
In the heart of West Hobart, Warwick Street House is a story of timeless materiality and contemporary transformation. Dock4 Architects have reimagined a classic 1900s Federation home to better suit the needs of a growing…
Carcassonne by FMD Architects
Located in Melbourne’s south-east, a once-obscured 1920s heritage-listed house has been transformed into a layered, light-filled family home. Carcassonne, designed by Fiona Dunin and the team at FMD Architects, is a sensitive yet bold alteration…
Timber, Community & Care: Aged Care Facilities by Cykel Architecture
Cykel Architecture is redefining aged care design in Tasmania, bringing warmth, sustainability, and a deep connection to local materials through their work on OneCare’s portfolio of aged care facilities across Tasmania, including the latest Barossa…
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Michael Lee ·What’s Possible with Australian Resources
What’s Possible with Australian Resources
Michael Lee is a technical expert in Tasmanian Timber. Mick, as he’s known within the sector, has over 30 years experience in research, timber production, and systems. He works with builders, designers, and architects to create solutions that benefit the environment, the economy, and the community.
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