The word Rug was first used in the 1550s in English to give meaning to the coarse fabric. It is originally of a Scandinavian origin in Norwegian dialect as rugga…
This project was a true evolution of design. The owners originally approached DC+A about 10 years ago to design an informal home on their narrow cliff-side lot in the resort…
A new first-floor addition that is almost completely obscured from the street view by mature foliage has converted this one-bedroom cottage into a three-bedroom family home. Project Name: Pattern Cottage…
Anna’s House sees the transformation of a tired Brunswick weatherboard workers cottage into a considered, practical and comfortable home. Project Name: Anna’s House Studio Name: Gardiner Architects Project size: 110…
This is a classic Victorian London townhouse. Grand at the front, with some large well portioned spaces looking out at the street, but smaller, more difficult spaces at the back,…
In a residential area and with a privileged view to a green area, the project was requested in an apartment that would become the home of a young couple. Newlyweds,…
This residence’s brief was direct – create a modern, resort-like forever home for a professional couple. Two uncomplicated forms sit effortlessly atop a concrete foundation on a steep and narrow…
Nestled towards the back of the block, this two storey addition to a weatherboard Edwardian home was planned around an existing underground wine cellar. Project Name: Malvern House Studio Name:…
A rugged backdrop of kanuka forms a striking contrast with this contemporary home, located at the base of Wanaka’s Mount Iron. Project Name: Hidden Hills Retreat Studio Name: Condon Scott…
A home for a family of four located a block away from the beach in a dense community. Project Name: 12th Street Studio Name: DIG:A Location: Seal Beach , United States…
A new build located in Vancouver Westside, this single family home is a contemporary design with maximum view windows and roof top deck. The steep lot presented itself as a…
This large family home is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on the outskirts of Christchurch with both urban and rural views. A strong gable form, running away…



