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Bulimba Barracks: What You Can Build on Your Lot

What can you build at Bulimba Barracks? A Brisbane architect explains the design guidelines, approval process and lot-by-lot rules for this riverfront precinct.

Michael Johnston · 16 July 2026 · 6 min read

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A luxury butler's pantry with stone benchtops and custom joinery in a Brisbane home by Invilla Architecture.

Design & Inspiration

10 Butler's Pantry Ideas for a Luxury Custom Home

16 July 2026 · 5 min read

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Prout House, Camp Hill: A 1950s post-war Brisbane renovation by Invilla Architecture

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Post-War Homes in Brisbane: A Guide to Renovating a 1950s House

16 July 2026 · 4 min read

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Flood Proof House Design: A Brisbane Architect's Guide

5 July 2026 · 6 min read

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Open-plan living with raised ceilings opening to a deck in a modern Queenslander extension

Design & Inspiration

Modern Queenslander Extension Ideas: Getting the Design Right

26 June 2026 · 4 min read

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A pre-war character Queenslander frontage in Ascot, Brisbane, the kind of street form protected by the Traditional Building Character overlay

Industry Insights

Can You Extend a Character Home in Brisbane?

26 June 2026 · 5 min read

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Lenore House, Hawthorne, a completed Queenslander renovation by Invilla Architecture

Design & Inspiration

Queenslander Renovations in Brisbane: Before & After

26 June 2026 · 6 min read

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Renovated Brisbane Queenslander by Invilla Architecture, Hawthorne

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Queenslander Extensions: A Brisbane Architect's Guide

25 June 2026 · 7 min read

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A Brisbane Queenslander raised with a new lower level built underneath, by Invilla Architecture

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Raising a Queenslander and Building Underneath: A Brisbane Guide

25 June 2026 · 7 min read

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Close-up detailed view of a luxury Brisbane bathroom double floating vanity, featuring warm integrated LED lighting highlighting distinct marble paneling and modern sconces.

Design & Inspiration

10 Bathroom Lighting Ideas for a Luxury Look and Feel

30 April 2026 · 4 min read

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A bespoke custom home showcasing brilliant house facade ideas, featuring natural stone anchoring and a modern exterior design.

Design & Inspiration

House Facade Ideas: 10 Modern Designs for Custom Homes

30 April 2026 · 4 min read

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Luxury modern custom home design in Brisbane by Invilla Architecture, featuring expansive glass, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and architectural lighting.

Design & Inspiration

A Guide to Luxury House Plans Australia for 2026

30 April 2026 · 5 min read

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Stone Cladding for Fireplaces: A Design Guide for Custom Homes

30 April 2026 · 4 min read

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Luxury Kitchen Splashback in a high-end home

Design & Inspiration

10 Luxury Kitchen Splashback Ideas for 2026

13 March 2026 · 16 min read

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High-End Sustainability House Design in Australia

12 March 2026 · 12 min read

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Renovation completed by Invilla Architecture in Brisbane

Design & Inspiration

How Much Does it Cost to Renovate a House in Australia?

11 March 2026 · 12 min read

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Cost of Building a House Brisbane: Simple Budgeting

10 March 2026 · 18 min read

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Front facade of a renovate Queenslander home by Invilla Architecture, featuring traditional gables, a modern double garage, and a manicured green lawn.

Design & Inspiration

Renovating a Queenslander: Character-Smart Upgrades

9 March 2026 · 15 min read

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Australian Hamptons style facade with weatherboard cladding, gabled roofs and deep verandahs

Design & Inspiration

Australian Hamptons Style Facade: Classic Local Style

27 January 2026 · 3 min read

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A large excavator performing a home demolition on a residential street in Brisbane.

Industry Insights

How Much to Demolish a House? Home Demolition Costs

8 January 2026 · 11 min read

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Completed custom designed family home in Brisbane

Industry Insights

Knock Down Rebuild Brisbane Cost: A Practical Guide

8 January 2026 · 13 min read

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Modern residential architecture highlighting design and construction

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Knock Down Rebuild Cost Calculator Guide

8 January 2026 · 15 min read

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Knock Down Rebuild vs Renovation: The Ultimate Australian Guide

8 January 2026 · 10 min read

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Luxury double-height open-plan living and dining room featuring a stone fireplace, custom cabinetry, and mezzanine level by Invilla Architecture

Industry Insights

Mastering the Knock Down Rebuild Process: A Practical Guide

8 January 2026 · 10 min read

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Modern luxury home facade featuring warm entryway lighting ideas by Invilla Architecture

Design & Inspiration

Entryway Lighting Ideas: Architect Guide to Entrance Lighting

10 December 2025 · 2 min read

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Contemporary Brisbane home designed by Invilla Architecture.

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Residential Architecture Brisbane: Climate-Led Design

10 December 2025 · 2 min read

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Front door design with integrated materials and soft lighting

Design & Inspiration

Front Door Designs That Make the Whole Street Look Twice

1 December 2025 · 2 min read

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American Hamptons style home exterior by Invilla Architecture.

Design & Inspiration

Why Australia Loves American Hamptons Style Homes

8 September 2025 · 3 min read

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Alto project in Brisbane , modern narrow block home designed by Invilla Architecture

Design & Inspiration

Narrow Block House Designs That Maximise Daily Living

8 September 2025 · 3 min read

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Before and after comparison of a knock down rebuild home in Brisbane designed by Invilla Architecture.

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Knock Down Rebuild Brisbane: New Home, Same Address

22 July 2025 · 5 min read

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Coastal home facade showing light-toned cladding and architectural detail designed by Invilla Architecture.

Design & Inspiration

Coastal Home Designs That Embrace the Elements

18 July 2025 · 4 min read

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Self-sufficient and sustainable home design in Brisbane featuring natural light by Invilla Architecture.

Design & Inspiration

Sustainable Home Design: Building for the Future in Australia

11 July 2025 · 4 min read

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Modern Brisbane home designed by Invilla Architecture on a downward sloping block.Invilla Architecture designed home built on a downward sloping block

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Designing for Downward Sloping Blocks in Brisbane

5 July 2025 · 3 min read

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Outside entertainment area designed by Invilla Architecture

Design & Inspiration

Designing the Ultimate Australian Outdoor Entertaining Area

26 June 2025 · 3 min read

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Australian hamptons facade for Invilla Architecture project

Design & Inspiration

Australian Hamptons Style Homes: Coastal Elegance

21 June 2025 · 3 min read

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Elevated, modern coastal architecture in Australia, featuring textured white render, a natural stone facade base, and contemporary vertical fencing.

Design & Inspiration

Modern Coastal Interior Design: Elevated Spaces

2 May 2025 · 4 min read

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Modern architectural living space showcasing the value of high, clerestory windows to maximise natural light and create an open, airy atmosphere.

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Clerestory Windows & Smart Design: Maximising Natural Light

6 March 2025 · 3 min read

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Architect reviewing house plans for Brisbane council approval and building certification.

Industry Insights

Council Approval in Brisbane: How an Architect Simplifies the Process

23 January 2025 · 3 min read

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Brisbane home design by Invilla Architecture with layered materials and modern detailing.

Design & Inspiration

Home Designs Brisbane: Key Design Considerations

5 January 2025 · 2 min read

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Coastal Tasmanian landscape inspiring our site-responsive residential architecture in Hobart.

Announcements

Invilla Expands to Tasmania: Custom Design in Hobart

1 January 2025 · 2 min read

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Custom butler's pantry showcasing timeless interior design with high-end architectural finishes and natural stone.

Design & Inspiration

Timeless Interior Design: Choosing Materials That Last

1 January 2025 · 3 min read

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odern Queenslander house design featuring a traditional elevated structure and shaded verandah

Design & Inspiration

Modern Queenslander House Designs: Heritage Meets Luxury

19 December 2024 · 3 min read

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Architectural house plans designed to minimise the hidden costs of building a house.

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Hidden Costs of Building a House: Manage Your Budget

5 December 2024 · 3 min read

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A sketch of a new home design with a ruler and pencil

Tips

Engaging a Residential Architect in Brisbane

2 October 2024 · 3 min read

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Modern custom home design facade in Carindale Brisbane

Case Studies

Dunvegan House: Modern Custom Home Design in Carindale

30 July 2024 · 3 min read

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Award winning curved custom architectural home facade in Auchenflower

Case Studies

Clare House: Custom Architectural Home in Auchenflower

25 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Wide block custom Hamptons home design facade in Brisbane

Case Studies

Jacaranda House: Custom Hamptons Home in Brisbane

22 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Luxury pre war home renovation Hawthorne

Case Studies

Lenore House: Luxury Pre-War Renovation in Hawthorne

21 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Hamptons-inspired Queenslander character home renovation facade in Norman Park

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Real Avenue: Hamptons Queenslander in Norman Park

21 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Front facade of a custom Hamptons style home on a sloping block in Toowong

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Wool House: Sloping Block House Design in Toowong

21 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Luxury waterfront Hamptons home rear facade in Noosa

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Paradise on the Peninsula: Waterfront Home Design

14 July 2024 · 2 min read

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Luxury home renovations in Ascot featuring a restored pre-war Queenslander exterior.

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Ormond Street: Architectural Home Renovations in Ascot

1 January 2024 · 2 min read

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