Renovation Tag

Positively Presidential in Ascot Vale

When I first saw this Ascot Vale family home in Kent Street, one thing sprang to mind.  Presidential. Could be my vivid imagination but to me, the luxe, rich and slightly American Colonial decorating style is not only perfectly suited to this style of home and...

20th Century Modernism gets a 21st Century revamp in Ascot Vale

The mid 20th century saw a new breed of design and style that had an influence on just about everything in our lives. From civic and residential architecture through to the seat you sat on and the car you drove, this influential design revolution was...

New York Style finds a home in Aberfeldie

This sure is one glamorous conversion in the inner Melbourne suburb of Aberfeldie.  The relatively humble street facade has just a few a luxurious hints at what may be found inside.  And what a find it is! Boasting an amazing attention to interior detail that...

A blast from the past that deserves another look!

This blog was meant to be a well researched and informed celebration of Australian residential architecture of the 1980's and 90's.  A time it seemed when the suburbs were graced by a truly unique style that addressed not only the needs of the modern Aussie...

How can you improve your photography Session?

If I got a dollar for every time a vendor said to me “I didn’t know what you would want so I’ve left it as is, feel free to move anything.” I’d be writing this blog from the deck of my sparkly new super yacht...

How a little extra effort in the bedroom could help sell your house

It is true. A little extra effort in the bedroom could, in fact, help you sell your house! After years as a real estate and architecture photographer, I’ve literally seen thousands of bedrooms. The ones that were memorable are the ones that looked cosy and...

Rejuvenating renovation in Ringwood

Built decades ago when it's Ringwood surrounds would've comprised of  just a handful of shops and paddocks as far as the eye could see, this house has had new life breathed into it thanks to a thoughtful and stylish renovation that has transformed into a...