Category: Architecture
This week we meet Gerald Matthews, managing director at Matthews Architects, which his father founded in 1975. Matthews discusses how a shipwreck inspires his work, what it's like taking charge of the family business, and the importance of cross-pollination.
Alexandra Buchanan talks to AR about the Hawthorn house, a weatherboard cottage that was once dark and tired, but is now filled with character, dappled in sunlight and serving the needs of the family residing within it.
This issue of AR includes a look at the state of Australian fire safety, straw-bale houses, how to get the best photography for your project and how to write an effective business plan.
This week we meet Marcus Ieraci, senior design lead at Hayball. Ieraci discusses the rise of pre-fab in student housing, how his daughters inspire him, and what the '!' moment is.
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