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biophilic design principle 01: visual connection with nature

The connection between occupant and nature is a key principle of Biophilic Design. Noho architecture integrates nature into every design, from incorporating natural materials, such as wood and stone, using natural lighting and ventilation, and incorporating plants and other living elements into the space. Visual elements, such as views of natural landscapes or the use of organic shapes and…

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guru house has commenced construction

The name of this home comes from the local language meaning deep sea. From the front and rear of this site we look out to the depths of the Pacific Ocean. I spend many hours each week navigating the ocean in the waka (canoe) the same way my ancestors did across the same ocean. The challenges the ocean brings, to me, are a reminder of the myriad of challenges this project has endured. There are…

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whiuwhiu off to site we go!

We are thrilled to announce that another exciting project is set to begin next week. Our “Whiuwhiu House,” (pronounced as “phew-phew”) takes its name from the Māori word meaning “to chuck,” a fitting choice considering one of our clients goes by the name Chuck. This charming Federation-style house has seen its fair share of wear and tear during its years as a rental property. We are honoured to…

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National Biophilic Design Awards 2023

noho architecture are thrilled that our Zyan House is a finalist for the National Biophilic Design Awards! Thank you, GH Commercial for sponsoring this award and the Living Futures Institute of Australia for selecting this lovely project.

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#enzohouse

We have made some serious progress on site now, with our clients moving in before Christmas. We look forward to seeing the landscaping develop in the new year.

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#enzohouse

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Behind the Scenes of a Successful Architectural Project - The Zyan House

Behind the Scenes of a Successful Architectural Project – The Zyan House

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Do you struggle for space?

Do you struggle for space?

Terrace houses and semi-detached cottages are great because they are usually located close to services and amenities, but they tend to be dark inside and most lack sufficient storage. Believe it or not, we managed to install a laundry into these cupboards below the staircase at our Zyan House. No matter the project – renovation or new build, tight sight, or empty block – we always investigate…

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Minimise stress by maximising natural daylight and connection to the external elements

Minimise stress by maximising natural daylight and connection to the external elements

Feeling the refreshing touch of breezes on your skin, the sound of rain falling, or the winters sun on your feet. All these elements heighten your senses and create a less stressful workspace. The Human Spaces report 2015 indicates that, in the Netherlands, workers are happiest when near natural light, green spaces and views of trees. Oatley House, designed by Noho Architecture, constructed by…

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Threshold Magic

A door is a door to most people; to an architect, it is an opportunity. An opportunity to create another experience at the portal between inside and out. Here, in #zyanhouse you can see that the interior and exterior space is expressed through materiality, yet when the doors are open, the balcony and bedroom become one, expanding the space and thus lengthening the experience of the roof top…

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Sometimes a sustainable approach is about improving on what you have rather than starting from scratch

Sometimes a sustainable approach is about improving on what you have rather than starting from scratch

The clients of #sofiarosehouse wanted to keep the character of their existing house but improve the comfort level and reduce energy costs. So, we made sure we: Kept mostly within the existing footprintInvested in tinted double glazingInstalled solar panelsIncreased insulation in the walls, floor, and roofWorked out the best angle of patio awningImproved light and ventilation The result? A…

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Our interview on Home Style green

Our interview on Home Style green

Last year Justine our founder was interviewed by Matthew Cutler-Welsh from Home Style Green a weekly podcast ‘Inspiring people to make a better place to live’. They discussed the Zyan House, Justines’ journey into Architecture, biophilic design and Passive House. Grab a coffee and press go below!

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We are moving! We are excited to let you know that Noho is expanding and we are in need of more space!

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Introducing our new and exciting project for Kemp Street. We are excited to share with you our new and exciting project for Kemp Street. This project will be the first of many prefabricated homes to come.  Watch this space! More exciting things to come for Noho Architecture. Check out more Prefab projects here @nohoprefab

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Manly interior complete

Excited to announce that Manly house is almost completed. Here are some photos from a recent site visit.

Sun streams into atrium. Laundry housed under stairs.

Birch natural and black plywood joinery complimenting the existing cottage bricks behind clear glass splashback.

Precision joinery by Leading Edge Kitchens

Lightly polished concrete floor compliments Black Birch plywood and white joinery of…

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Manly house, Australia - noho architecture

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manly .. internal linings

manly .. internal linings

With the structure and windows now in place the project is moving into the lining of the inside and outside skins.

Cedar cladding in progress.