3D visualisations showing the integration of an architecturally-designed glasshouse into a modernistic residential design in rural Tasmania (Image: Ludovic Vilbert, Inwardout Studio)
LandscapeLandscape Design

The greenhouse effect in design

By Gabrielle Stannus

How to incorporate a greenhouse into a building design? This is the unusual request my partner received from a client who requested a glasshouse to be integrated into their new home in rural Tasmania. The structure was to be their home’s focal point and entertaining hub, linking two building wings whilst also providing a space to overwinter lemon trees.Continue reading

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A short 20-minute visit to a green space can significantly reduce stress levels, particularly in inner-city business districts (Image: Karen Smith)
EnvironmentEnvironment & Sustainability

Green Spaces, the key to better mental health in urban living

By Michael Casey

As another year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the past twelve months and the unrelenting pressures of urban life which I’m sure we all have experienced. The toll on mental health is undeniable, yet a simple remedy lies in green spaces.Continue reading

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