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25.01.2022 We are working on a gem from 1965, the Indooroopilly Residence by Goodsir and Carlyle Architects. The house has seen little change, and we are going to add a few mod-cons for 2020 living. We are also going to incorporate the roof deck, which was in the original plans. See our buddy hanging out on the deck?
25.01.2022 Just testing out the kitchen window for chats with neighbours, it works! Progress at our Toowong Renovation is full steam ahead, thats only a fraction of the soil from excavation on site
25.01.2022 Our new workplace for Scrunch is finished! We have converted the Hi-Fi (a former music venue) into a new leafy workplace for a social media marketing company. More photos to come soon! Happy snaps by the talented CFJ
25.01.2022 Our Toowong Renovation is finished and the photos are now up on our website, follow the link in our comments to check it out . Thanks to our wonderful clients and models @mcdougallplumbing + builders @pagewood_projects with happy snaps by @christopherfrederickjones
24.01.2022 NEWS!Our Torbreck apartment renovation has been shortlisted as part of the 2019 Houses Magazine Awards! We are very excited! More details about the shortlist ...in the comments under. Thanks goes to our amazing clients Steph & Mat, talented craftsman William McMahon and photographer CFJ. Well done team!
24.01.2022 And we have new photos! Here is a sneak peak into the retro home of @brismod & family! We completed some new joinery, and restored a little 60s glam into #afdawsonresidence originally by Architect Peter Heathwood, with some new alts and adds by KIN & @wmcabinetmaker More to come happy snaps by @christopherfrederickjones
21.01.2022 We like to locate our living spaces on the edge, to bring the outdoors in ! Our Toowong residence is onsite at the moment, and we are excited to share photos from the model with you all! Builder: McDougall Plumbing & Pagewood Projects Artists renders: Virago Visuals Engineering: Mac Structure... Certifiers: Brisbane Certification Consultants See more
21.01.2022 Our Kenmore pool room: a spot to lounge in the shade, enjoy a drink and relax! The new extension is in keeping with the mid century modern original house. More to come!
20.01.2022 A photo of Marjorie and Karen speaking at the State Library last Saturday about how to create your forever home. We think of forever homes as well designed spaces that are inclusive, adaptable to all stages of life and allow people to age in place. The talk discussed simple things families can do to alter living spaces to be child friendly or accommodate the elderly - while looking great. Get in touch if you would like more information. Thanks to @koandcoarchitecture @statelibraryqld @slqapdl @institute_architects_qld for a great discussion!
19.01.2022 Some images of our farm project! Flexibility is key, this is the commercial kitchen which is also the farmhouse kitchen, bed and breakfast dining and preserves shop all in one! The second photo is from our lovely clients Rivertree Farm showing the cows at home . Render is by our talented Elena
19.01.2022 Should you renovate or should you move? KIN discuss with leading Brisbane agent Jack Dixon from Dixon Estate Agents
18.01.2022 So, you are finding yourself at home a lot more lately - so are we! We often have friends asking us where to start looking for renovation inspiration, and the best intel is gathered just by spending time at home. We are going to run through some online resources, and a few questions to help you think about how to transform your living space without leaving home in our latest newsletter! Link under :) https://mailchi.mp/d5a8acb71937/kin_newsletter_24-7_home
18.01.2022 Our office fitout in West End is progressing on site! Just add plants
17.01.2022 Want to learn about how to create your forever home? Come and join us at the State Library this Saturday! Be inspired and get guidance on how to better design living spaces that are inclusive, welcoming, safe and practical in this free talk at the State Library of Queensland. Marjorie from KIN will be talking about the increasing need to create homes that can adapt to all life stages and allow people to age in place. This talk is about the simple things families can do to al...ter living spaces to be child friendly or accommodate the elderly - while looking great. Booking link is in the comments under, tickets are fee however numbers are limited. See you there! by Ross Eason See more
17.01.2022 Some helpful tips about how to balance old and new when renovating your home, from Restoration Australia now available on iview + ABC.
15.01.2022 Our workplace for @scrunchforinfluencers is a different kind of office - plants, dogs and comfy breakout spaces are key! The workplace can transform to host events and conferences, which is the new norm for most companies, especially those in tech. Happy snaps by the talented @christopherfrederickjones
15.01.2022 We are excited to announce we have started work on a master plan for the Kirra Surf Life Saving Club! The heritage building is in need of some TLC, and additional space is required for the many surf club activities and community programs. The club was established in 1916 and has a passionate membership group. We are looking forward to collaborating with KSLSC to design a practical and fun clubhouse. More to come! Picture reference: 1. Kirra Surf Life Saving Club, Kirra Beach ca. 1946. John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland. Neg 203635. 2. ABC News Gold Coast, Kirra Surf Life Saving Club. @ Kirra Surf Club
15.01.2022 BNE Open House 2019! KIN + Speculative Architecture are partnering with Brisbane City Council to co-host a free rooftop event as part of Brisbane Open House weekend, on Sunday 13 October. Leah will be providing design considerations to keep your home cool in summer and warm in winter, along with other experts in landscape and sustainable design ready to talk about 'Your Subtropical Place' - whether that is your home, balcony, street or local park. Join us at the rooftop garde...n of The Capital for a fun and free day of activities, talks and workshops: - Start your day with a free coffee overlooking the Brisbane CBD with us. - Design inspiration for your home and garden - Talk to Leah about how to renovate and improve your home for our climate - Talk to an expert about landscape design for your garden - Find out how to organise a community event or community garden for your neighbourhood - Join in on composting or a no dig gardening workshop - Free Happy Yoga at 9:30am SOLD OUT - Find out more about street libraries - Dance in the silent disco walk at 3:30pm or 5pm booking link in our profile - Enjoy rooftop sightseeing to discover and research ghost signs in the built environment with Elliott Bledsoe of Forgotten Type - End your BOH day out with a cool drink at the Sunset cinema session with rare short films about Brisbane. The list goes on... This is a completely free event, with no bookings required (unless otherwise stated). Head towards the Brisbane Visitor Information Center on the Queen St Mall and our friendly staff will take you up to the rooftop. #brisbaneopenhouse #brisbaneopenhouse2019 #brisbanecitycouncil @brisbaneopenhouse @brisbanecitycouncil @speculativearchitecture @danicabs
15.01.2022 KIN are in Houses magazine, available at newsagents now ! A wonderful article by Michelle Bailey discusses our process with clients and love of our city. Thanks Houses magazine for selecting us as ones to watch !
14.01.2022 This Saturday KIN will present with a fantastic lineup of UQ Alumi at the Art of Living Conference. From UQ: this one day conference will feature presentations on outstanding residential projects by distinguished and emerging architecture alumni from The University of Queensland practicing locally, interstate and internationally. Presentations and discussion will consider and celebrate the contribution these recent residential works make to the story of Australian architectur...e. Lineup: Murray Barker Studio (Melbourne), Popov Bass (Sydney), Atelier Chen Hung (Brisbane), BLOXAS (Melbourne), KIN Architects (Brisbane), POD (Cairns), Hogg and Lamb Architects (Brisbane), Zuzana and Nicholas (Brisbane), Lineburg Wang (Brisbane), Anna OGorman Architects (Brisbane) and Teeland Architects (Noosa). #uqarchitecture#uqartoflivingconference #torbreck10f #catsofinstagram
14.01.2022 We are on site! Our renovation in Toowong is designed to accomodate a young family with two active boys, and parents who would like a little space to relax! We will share some renders soon.
14.01.2022 Look ! We try to bring as much natural light as possible into our projects. This was a challenge for our Torbreck apartment renovation - there is no way to sneak a skylight into an apartment! Instead, we used brass shim at the end of the corridor to create a golden reflection of the view outside. A cost effective and beautiful solution!
14.01.2022 Our Toowong renovation is so close! Privacy screening is up this week, it’s angled to let the northern light in and focus the view to the garden . More site happy snaps to come!
14.01.2022 This year we have been collaborating with members at Kirra Surf Life Saving Club on an exciting master plan to update the heritage clubhouse and facilities! Follow the link in our profile to find out more! Renders by @viragovisuals
14.01.2022 Our Torbreck apartment renovation looking light, bright and full of mid-century delights!
11.01.2022 Bathroom BLING! Our careful, mid-century modern bathroom restoration for our lovely client @brismod and family is underway! Watch this space for more sparkly photos #afdawsonresidence #sofreshandsoclean
11.01.2022 We are so pleased with our apartment renovation, we love the simplicity and functionality - it is a beautiful space that perfectly suits our family. Leah & Marjorie are an excellent team, they listened to what we needed and presented unique ideas that really brought our project to life. Kate, Woolstore Apartment Client. Happy snaps by CFJ
11.01.2022 We are excited to be in the 2019 issue of Houses Kitchens + Bathrooms! This magazine is a great resource for designers and renovators alike and provides inspiration for stylish and efficient utility areas of modern homes. Our Torbreck apartment is featured as an example of a retro revival - how to incorporate all the modern wants in a mid-century building. Pick up an issue to read more! Thanks to Houses magazine for the lovely feature, William McMahon Cabinetmaker for making drawings come to life and our awesome clients Steph and Mat for the opportunity to collaborate on a Jetsons inspired kitchen! Happy snaps by CFJ.
10.01.2022 West End Magazine has featured our workplace for tech start-up Scrunch! Do you recognise this iconic West End music venue with the lights on?
10.01.2022 Small windows to trade teddies, play shop and peg balls at your sister. Our Woolstore apartment renovation caters for all of the above! Happy snaps by @christopherfrederickjones
08.01.2022 KIN are back for 2020 and we are overwhelmed by the destruction of this bushfire season. Hearing stories from our friends, family and clients is heartbreaking, and we are offering our services pro bono to to those affected by the recent fires. Register at www.architectsassist.com.au if you have lost your home and need help with plans. #architectsassist is an initiative of the Australian Institute of Architects.
08.01.2022 Stage two at the Stock Hotel nearly complete. Designed for steel caps... by @stockhoteltoowoomba
07.01.2022 Our Toowong residence is on site! Here are some happy snaps from the model to get you all excited! Whats happening: Our clients ambition was to maintain a small footprint home to maximise the garden for their two young boys. The solution was to build-in-under, with a new extension to enhance connection to the backyard and provide privacy from neighbours. The master suite extension creates a double-height courtyard with roof garden, and layered planting provides a quiet ret...reat for parents to relax. Using ventilated skylights throughout, and transforming the sleep-out into a void over the living room, we are creating a light, breezy and comfortable home for all seasons. Builder: @mcdougallplumbing @pagewood_projects Artists renders: @viragovisuals Engineering: @macstructure Certifiers: BCC @oliverigram @ Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
06.01.2022 Our workplace fitout for Brisbane-based tech company Scrunch has been featured by Australian Design Review - have a read! https://www.australiandesignreview.com//kin-architects-tr/
06.01.2022 Pictured is our workplace fitout for Dissh Boutiques. What Dissh think: The lift doors open and it feels like youve stepped into a Vogue shoot or a scene from Devil Wears Prada! Perfect feedback from clients working in fashion! by CFJ
05.01.2022 Our Torbreck apartment renovation is featured in Brisbane news this week! Iconic Highgate Hill apartment tower Torbreck, built in 1960, deserves special consideration when it comes to renovation. Apartment owners and mid-century design enthusiasts Mat and Steph were keen to honour the buildings architectural heritage along with architects Leah Gallagher and Marjorie Dixon , whose intentions were to balance the fun with the functional.. Read the full article by local write...r Michelle Bailey: https://issuu.com/brisbanenews/docs/issuu_mar20/1?ff
05.01.2022 More site updates from our renovation in Toowong! Formwork is constructed for the concrete pour, which will eventually hold a roof garden
04.01.2022 @leahjgallagher rigorously testing our bar design at the Stock Hotel Toowomba. Verdict: holds up to steel caps & heels
04.01.2022 Site update for our Toowong renovation - we are getting very close to the finish line! The last month of construction is when all finishing work happens: painting, carpet, tiles, lights, cabinets. More photos to come
03.01.2022 Last week Marjorie and Leah visited schools in far North Queensland to talk about careers in architecture! They travelled to Mossman, Cairns, Dimbulah and Mareeba, to show students what a career in architecture is like, how architects integrate technology (3D headset was a favourite) and what other career opportunities are possible in design and construction. Thanks to the Business Liaison Association in Cairns for inviting us to participate - we had a great time and children in grade 7 got most of our jokes - thankfully! Also the last photo is of the local wheelbarrow marathon @ Far North Queensland
01.01.2022 Pictured are some WIP images from our Woolstore apartment renovation. Our process is to share a 3D model and materials board with our clients to make sure we are in love with the look and feel. Materials: +Matt porcelain tiles solo range in grey and white +Coastal blackbutt timbers +Chunky loop pile wool carpet from cavalier breamworth... +Emerald quartzite slab in honed finish from ace stone & tile +Gloss reeded tiles wigwag range in grey +Reeded glass +Round cabinet handles from interia, big o series in blackbutt @ Teneriffe See more
01.01.2022 Our new wedding venue fitout is coming along nicely ! More to come.
