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Backwood House | Victoria

We are a young, small, design-focused, architecture practice founded by architect Alex English.

 

Located on Victoria’s Surf Coast and Mornington Peninsula, we look to our natural surroundings for inspiration. We aspire to conceive architecture that is site sensitive and inspired by its context. Where a building is embraced by its natural surroundings; where a building and the landscape can harmonise one another. Through the incorporation of carefully selected materials, subtle contrasts, elegant details & sustainable principles, the practice has been able to produce delicate and beautiful outcomes.

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We understand and thrive in projects that engage with sensitive and environmentally significant sites, a focus we have honed through years of experience working alongside councils, shires, local authorities and consultants known for their rigorous environmental standards. Our in-depth understanding of the specific needs, opportunities, and constraints unique to each location, including regulatory overlays, allows us to design with precision and care.

 

Whilst some of our projects are located on the Surf Coast and Mornington Peninsula, we accept – and are currently carrying out commissions throughout Victoria.

 

We welcome all enquires. 

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