Journal
Design notes for considered projects.
Design and Build / Mar 2026
What it costs to build a custom home in Sydney's eastern suburbs
It is always the first question. There is no single number, but there is a clear set of things that decide where the cost of a custom build lands.
Interiors / June 2026
Interior design, built in from the start
Interior design is not the last thing we turn to. It begins at the first conversation, led by how you want to live, and resolved as one with the architecture.
Design and Build / May 2026
Design and Build Sydney: What Homeowners Should Know Before Starting
A clear guide to the design and build process for Sydney homeowners planning a high-end residential project.
Construction / May 2026
Luxury Home Renovations Sydney: Budget, Program and Builder Selection
What to consider before renovating a premium Sydney home, from early cost planning to choosing the right construction team.
Commercial / May 2026
Commercial Fitouts Sydney: Planning a High-End Retail or Hospitality Build
How commercial clients can plan a premium retail, hospitality or workplace fitout with fewer delays and better delivery control.
Design and Build / Sept 2025
Luxury Home Builders in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs
SHORE designs and builds custom luxury homes across Sydney's eastern suburbs. One team from concept to handover, with projects in Bondi, Vaucluse and Dover Heights.
Aug 2025
What iCIRT is, and why it matters when you choose a builder
The hardest thing to judge in a builder is whether they will still be standing to finish the job. iCIRT is the independent rating built to answer that.
Approvals / June 2023
DA or CDC: choosing the right approval path
A build in New South Wales follows one of two approval paths, DA or CDC. Knowing which applies to your site, before the design is locked, changes everything.
Design and Build / Mar 2020
Design and build, explained: why one firm delivers a better result
Most builds split the design from the construction, and the gap between the two becomes your problem to manage. One firm closes it.
