building better

Trends come and go in the world of architecture and design. But one thing is certain: eco-friendly architecture is here to stay, as we continue to look for, and improve, ways to create lighter footprints for our homes. And that, we can all agree, is good news indeed. The sustainable-design movement has always made perfect sense because green homes can be friendly to the planet and the hip pocket. Joyfully, too, such designs are not only more liveable, they’re increasingly beautiful, as these five architects demonstrate with recent projects. They and others are paving the way in sustainable residential design and showing that being green is far easier than you might think.

Jerry Wolveridge

Director of Wolveridge Architects

Origin story Established in 2000, Melbourne-based Wolveridge Architects prides itself on “living and breathing sustainable design” that is deeply and thoughtfully connected to the natural environment. That’s been the case from day one for the multiple-award-winning practice. “In our work,” says Jerry, “passive design and the principles of sustainable architecture