thearchco

Easy access to a spectacular walk. With plentiful parking close by Cape Solander is a uniquely Sydney experience. Scary drop offs to churning ocean, long views to the heads of Botany Bay, beautiful sandstone terraces and flat rock areas and wind shaped coastal vegetation are all the hallmarks of this walk. May to November has the added bonus of whale watching. local fishermen wearing floatation vests they should have worn parachutes the water was at least 30m down typical Sydney sandstone cliffs rising as they head south tumble down rock sections beautiful banksia integrifolia easy walking rock shelves view to the heads of Botany Bay linear weathering and tannin coloured water gorgeous surface waves

Started stage 1 for this house in 2011. Big alts and adds like these are complex and require perseverance and deep pockets. It's been a grind for neighbours, builders and client but we are finally getting close to completing this spectacular build. Look for the finished version in a month or so from now. spectacular north facing decks vaulted roofs eyebrow highlights add interest to the interior flush glass feature window provide a view to the cellar. touch of classical cornices as a juxtaposition to the modernist interior living room. yet to be revealed chandeliers master ensuite waiting for marble columns refurbished pool in the process of being filled smaller shower room/ensuite roof/pool deck covered area. Temporary fencing till feature balustrading approved master bed fireplace, waiting for tear drop unit to be installed main entry void looking east. Waiting for balustrades. main entry void looking west

Here's a fun pic for my good friend, muso, teacher and luthier, Craig Corcoran.

A small renovation in Leichhardt. An existing older extension to the southern end of a cute Federation freestanding house. Typically very dark and dismal added to by an austere tiled floor. The new renovation flipped a section of the existing roof up to let a slice of northern light and sun penetrate the space. A new kitchen on the dark wall closest to the boundary with no windows. A fire rated glass splashback now provides retina burning light to the main bench top and into the interior. Some extra film is being added to cut the late afternoon glare. Lovely timber floors now run from old to new sections providing a link and a soft visual flow and feel underfoot. The modern rear renovation is now a lovely counterpoint to the heritage front end. Harmony in juxtaposition. Overall a very successful little project thanks to a client dedicated to getting it right and cleverly executed by an experienced builder who understands architects custom designs, DB & HE Building Services....

Just finished a new design. Tricky orientation and a very tight site. Needed to crank the front balconies to achieve complying solar access. Gave a more interesting take on the usual egg crate facade treatment that seems to be "de rigueur" in RFB designs now-a-days. Being in a flood zone made basement access even more difficult but it works with a raised ramp entry and corkscrew style levels below. A mix of single level and two level units provide for a good mix. A touch of brutalism with some softer finishes. main facade 01 main facade 02 rear lane 01 rear lane 02 axo 01 axo 02 axo 03 axo 04 typical plans long sections

And yet another BIG birthday..... Best Vet ever.... is that a full deck Tim..???

Another BIG birthday picture..... without paddles..!!!