House profiles
Multi-layered living
With very little wasted through the build, this former worker’s cottage has been stylishly renovated to stay cool through the intense heat of a Brisbane summer.
Read more
Renovation
Granny flat upcycle
A Melbourne couple opted to retain and extensively refurbish their solid brick house and granny flat, integrating them to form a functional, generous family home.
Read more
Energy & appliances
Case study: Energy renovation
Retrofitting a 0.8 Star brick veneer unit to achieve an 8.4 Star rating proved to be a savvy investment in energy efficiency and better health.
Read more
Subscribe to Sanctuary magazine
Modern green homes in Australia's premier publication dedicated to sustainable home design.
Subscribe
Renovation
Renovation automation
It is possible to transform an old house with its temperature extremes into a comfy 8.4 Star home – and with the latest home automation tools, you can continue making improvements that reduce energy bills too.
Read more
Renovation
Photosynthesis house
A tiny beach cottage in Sydney’s Manly Vale is sensitively renovated to bring all-day sunlight and year-round comfort to a family of five.
Read more
Renovation
Playtime front and centre
Creating kid-friendly spaces with playful details was just as important to this Melbourne couple as achieving an energy efficient, light-filled home.
Read more
Renovation
Small footprint, smart ideas
A renovated worker’s cottage in Melbourne’s inner west marries age-old passive solar principles with bleeding-edge technology.
Read more
Renovation
Take two
The second renovation of this South Fremantle house has strengthened the owners’ connection to their home of over 40 years.
Read more
In focus
The makings of a sustainable renovation
We present you with our top eight design considerations along with real-world profiles that show just how good renovated homes can be.
Read more
Renovation
Pigeon pair
Two similar yet different Melbourne extensions demonstrate how clever design thinking can make the most of any orientation.
Read more
Renovation
Seismic shift
Under New Zealand’s seismic codes renovation can be tricky and expensive, but the rewards can be remarkable.
Read more