Author: Iris Trim Carpenters

From the delicate scrolls of a Victorian terrace in Melbourne to the bold geometric forms of Sydney’s Art Deco apartments, these features were never just decoration… They were statements of...... Read More

Across Australia, a growing number of homeowners are looking backward for inspiration. While sleek, modern architecture once dominated new builds and renovations, there’s been a noticeable shift towards heritage-inspired designs....... Read More

Owning a heritage home is both a privilege and a responsibility. These buildings carry the weight of history. Whether it’s the ornate timberwork of a Federation cottage, the symmetry of...... Read More

Restoring a heritage home can be a rewarding project, preserving both history and architectural beauty. However, heritage renovations require special care, expert craftsmanship, and knowledge of traditional building methods. Without...... Read More

Across towns and countryside alike, heritage buildings stand as living testaments to history — each stone, timber, and cornice reflecting stories from a time long past. But preserving these structures...... Read More

Sydney is home to some of Australia’s most treasured architectural gems — from Victorian terraces in Paddington to Federation cottages in the Inner West. Restoring these heritage homes is not...... Read More