Written by our team of Masters-qualified building designers
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Some buildings are seen; the best ones are discovered. Shiraz introduces Discover the Taste of Architecture — a four-part design philosophy for homes that reward attention over time.
Planning a commercial development, fit-out or change of use in Canberra? This guide explains commercial, industrial and community zones—and why zoning, Crown lease permissions and NCC building classification must all be checked before proceeding.
What can you build in Canberra’s medium- and higher-density residential zones? Compare RZ3, RZ4 and RZ5 requirements, including maximum storeys, site coverage, townhouses, apartments, parking and practical development feasibility
Zoning alone does not determine what can be built on a Canberra property. Learn how the Crown lease, block frontage, slope, trees, easements, services, parking and title strategy shape the realistic development potential of your site.
Canberra’s residential planning rules changed significantly on 1 July 2026. Discover what the new RZ1 and RZ2 provisions mean for dual occupancies, townhouses, low-rise housing, subdivision and the development potential of established suburban blocks.
What NCC 2025 changes for Canberra commercial projects—and why programme, rooftop solar, energy modelling, waterproofing and fire coordination now need earlier decisions.
A practical guide to NCC 2025 for Canberra houses and townhouses, with a focus on condensation, cavities, waterproofing and early design coordination.
A room schedule explains what a home contains, but not how it should feel. This practice essay shows how architects can translate remembered places and rituals into precise design decisions.
Architecture enters the body before it enters language. This essay explores how light, thresholds, materials and repeated rituals allow a home to hold memory without copying the past.
Before drawing a floor plan, analyse the site. Shiraz Atelier explains what to check before designing a custom home in Canberra, from orientation and slope to planning controls, privacy, access and passive design.
Bigger is not always better. Discover how right-sizing your Canberra home can create more comfort, flexibility, natural light and a stronger connection to the way you live.