The Good House Redefined.

Planet Architecture is a Melbourne-based architecture firm specialising in the design, documentation and project management of environmentally-sensitive new homes and renovations.

Our vision
is to create
homes that are energy efficient, environmentally-friendly, and emotionally uplifting.

Vision

People and the environment are interdependent, and a good home is shaped by both. We define a good home as the right size for its purpose, is bright and airy, keeps naturally cool in summer and warm in winter, is made of natural materials and provides ready access to the outdoors. It is stylish and comfortable yet won’t cost the Earth.

Whether we work on a new home or one that needs a new life, we are constantly guided by this vision of a good home to ensure our design practice delivers sustainable outcomes.  

We are committed to environmentally-sensitive design and strive to create new homes and renovations that connect their occupants to nature.

Our Homes

Our aim is to design homes that are comfortable, restful, and economical to run as well.
Our buildings respond to their natural surroundings to protect their occupants from the elements or invite them in, depending on the season.
We celebrate simple and smart solutions and thrive on creating spaces that are balanced and enjoyable to live in.

As green designers, we are committed to creating highly functional layouts that eschew wasted space but feel spacious and provide a sense of connection to the outdoors. We work with clients to ensure the home is tailored to their needs, budget, and site conditions. We design to suit individual tastes so that the new home or renovation resonates deeply with its owners, offering them a space to thrive today and for years to come.

We take care of all home planning and construction aspects, specifying materials, obtaining permits, planning interiors and selecting fittings.

Our Process

While we design and obtain relevant permits as needed, we also arrange construction tenders and oversee the administration of fixed-cost building contracts with the selected builder until the completion of the project. This ensures there are no time or cost blowouts. We pride ourselves on excellent communication with owners and construction partners and maintain a productive approach throughout the project’s life until completion. 

We have the experience and skills to gain our client’s trust during the design and construction journey. Creating a client’s unique green home is rewarding to all involved.

Our approach to creating environmentally-responsive architecture is owners-centric and we assist them in articulating their own personal vision for a home.

Environmentally-sensitive design is responsive to a site, a climate and just as much, to the budget and aspirations of clients. We carry out in-depth collaborative meetings and together with the owners ponder questions such as: where will the kids do their homework? What size house is right for you? Do you need to accommodate guests and how long do they stay? Does anyone work from home? How will your needs change in the next 5 to 10 years? How do we design the house to reflect who you are?

Indeed, every house is designed for its users, for the way they live now and anticipate they will live in the future. This ensures the structures we conceive are not only energy-efficient envelopes but also functional, versatile, adaptive, and enduring spaces for living.