Brenchley Architects were so pleased to hear today that Pivotal Constructions had won The Master Builders Award in the Adaptive reuse category for the renovation of the ex Studio of Fred Cress in Annadale. The old warehouse was converted in to a luxury residence, its project name Wabi-sabi. Wabi-sabi represents a comprehensive Japanese aesthetic centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. The aesthetic is sometimes described as one of beauty that is "im

With a new bathroom on the horizon, Principle Architect at Brenchley Architects, Julian Brenchley is doing the hard yards finding the fittings for a bathroom that radiates peace and tranquility, a mini escape from the world, and of course the perfect shower experience. Recognised globally for state-of-the-art showers and tapware, New Zealand's Methven helps people create spaces that fully enrich their day-to-day lives. Through clever design, Methven enhances the moment of e

Put function before form in the planning and add drama in the detail to create a bathroom with timeless appeal A bathroom should be a haven of relaxation and calm but it’s also one of the hardest working rooms in the house. Julian Brenchley of Brenchley Architects offers some design tips and tricks to create a private bathroom sanctuary that looks great and functions even better – for every member of the family. Stage One: Zone your space If you are working with an existing b