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Parkside townhouse living
Our design of these family townhouses incorporates flexible living spaces in a split-level design, with a focus on vertical space and light.
Backing onto a large park, the careful glazing design maximised views while maintaining privacy - creating a connection to the outdoors not often possible for townhouses.
The brief: two large family townhouses with a focus on flexible family living and maximising park views
DESIGN ELEMENTS
Heritage Elements
Given the heritage character of the surrounding area, the design response needed to respect heritage qualities and present cohesively in the streetscape. The external design focuses on contemporary presentation of the surrounding heritage character elements, with gable roofs, recessed upper-levels, formal porch and small eaves – all in a contemporary manner.
Split Level Slope
The design takes advantage of the sloping site, incorporating a split level that allows for high ceilings in the main living area. The entertaining focus flows through the house, with the open plan kitchen area seamlessly transitioning to a covered patio accessing the garage
Light & Space
Vaulted ceilings throughout the house create a feeling of verticality and openness, combined with extensive feature glazing make the spaces feel twice as large as they actually are.
Flexible Living
Configuration of the house itself allows for separation of living and sleeping zones, with upstairs bedrooms opening onto a light-filled rumpus room. Above the garage sits a studio providing a separate self-contained that could be used as an office or apartment.
Energy Efficiency
High-efficiency double-glazing and recycled composite materials coupled with passive design principles ensured the house achieved a 7 Star Energy Rating.
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Design Elements
Heritage Elements
Given the heritage character of the surrounding area, the design response needed to respect heritage qualities and present cohesively in the streetscape. The external design focuses on contemporary presentation of the surrounding heritage character elements, with gable roofs, recessed upper-levels, formal porch and small eaves – all in a contemporary manner.
Split Level Slope
The design takes advantage of the sloping site, incorporating a split level that allows for high ceilings in the main living area. The entertaining focus flows through the house, with the open plan kitchen area seamlessly transitioning to a covered patio accessing the garage
Light & Space
Vaulted ceilings throughout the house create a feeling of verticality and openness, combined with extensive feature glazing make the spaces feel twice as large as they actually are.
Flexible Living
Configuration of the house itself allows for separation of living and sleeping zones, with upstairs bedrooms opening onto a light-filled rumpus room. Above the garage sits a studio providing a separate self-contained that could be used as an office or apartment.
Energy Efficiency
High-efficiency double-glazing and recycled composite materials coupled with passive design principles ensured the house achieved a 7 Star Energy Rating.
PROJECT SHOWCASE
OUR HISTORY
Rogers Architects is a family-led practice founded by Rob Rogers
Rob seasoned architect with decades of experience delivering thoughtful, functional, and timeless design. What began as Rob’s solo pursuit of architectural excellence has evolved into a collaborative practice. He now works closely with his son, Michael Rogers, who brings a fresh perspective and a passion for design that reflects the way people live and work today.
Together, Rob and Michael combine experience with innovation. They value tradition and curiosity equally, shaping spaces that are practical, considered, and beautiful. Their partnership reflects a shared commitment to quality and a deep respect for the craft.
OUR EXPERTIESE
Whether you’re looking to build your dream home from the ground up, transform an existing space, or expand your living area.
Rogers Architects offers expert design services for a range of residential projects. From intricate designs for complex sites to seamless renovations, our goal is to provide functional, sustainable, and stylish spaces that reflect your unique vision.
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New Homes: Custom-built homes designed to suit your lifestyle and aesthetic preferences.
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Knock-Down Rebuilds: Maximize the potential of your property with a brand-new home, designed to meet your specific needs.
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Renovations: Revamp existing spaces to improve functionality, flow, and style.
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Extensions: Expand your home with well-planned extensions that integrate seamlessly with the current structure.
OUR APPROACH
Everything begins with listening. We take the time to deeply understand your vision, challenges, and goals.
This thoughtful, collaborative approach is the foundation of every project we take on. It guides our work from the first sketch through to final handover.
We believe great architecture lives at the intersection of form and function, creativity and context. Whether it’s a bespoke home, a commercial space, or a community development, we approach each project with clarity, care, and purpose. We deliver spaces that are smart, enduring, and designed to make a difference.
But we don’t just design. We take care of the entire process:
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Collaborating with consultants to align every aspect of your project
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Liaising with councils and managing planning permit applications
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Tendering to our trusted network of experienced builders
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Coordinating with building surveyors to secure your building permit
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Overseeing construction to ensure quality, consistency, and design integrity.
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CLIENTS WE WORK WITH
We collaborate with homeowners and families who are looking for high-quality, personalised residential design solutions. Whether it’s a young family building their first home or homeowners looking to renovate or expand, we tailor our services to meet a diverse range of needs.
Our clients trust us to provide creative, practical, and cost-effective residential solutions that turn their dream homes into reality.
DESIGN ELEMENTS
Contemporary Style
The combination of varying materials and colours fragments the façades of the houses, allowing them to nestle into the treed backdrop.
Skillion Roofs
Pitched skillion roofs formed a key aspect of the design, providing weather protection for the upper floor while also allowing for sloping ceilings in the bedrooms.
Recycled Materials
External cladding with composite timber panelling incorporates 90% recycled materials in its manufacturing, resulting in a high-quality, pre-finished product that requires minimal maintenance.
Cantilever Floors
While a small design detail, the cantilever to the ground floor areas provides a design feature that helps the middle-level stand out as a feature.
Window Hoods
Using passive design principles, key windows were fitted with hoods that shade glazing from harsh summer sunlight, but allow in sunlight through winter periods – passively heating the rooms.
Split level design to address slope & optimise space
Tree-sensitive footings & structural design
Window hoods for sun & weather protection
BEHIND THE FAÇADE
Split Level Design
The sloping site provides a challenge for siting of the houses, though with a clever split level to the front unit, we created a practical and functional configuration for the home.
The split level allowed the driveway to be more gently sloped, and to avoid excessive site cut and building materials.
Tree Sensitive Footings
The park behind, with 20m high gum trees, presented a challenge, requiring detailed root explorations and arborist assessment to ensure the house would not affect the health of the trees.
Rogers Architects worked with our consultant and Council Arborist to design a footing system that allowed for the expansion of tree roots in relevant areas.
Protection Works
To achieve a functional garden space, the sloping site required retaining walls to allow for flat yard areas. Underpinning of neighbouring structures was required and designed by our structural engineers to ensure they wouldn’t be affected during or after construction.
Recycled plastic decking, recycled glass balustrade & steel
RESIDENTIAL
New homes, knock-down rebuilds, renovations, and extensions for homeowners and families seeking custom designs and expert solutions.
DEVELOPMENT
Apartments, townhouses, and mixed-use projects for developers, builders, and investors, focused on maximising profits, securing permits, building, selling, or long-term rental
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COMMERCIAL
Mixed-use, industrial, commercial, retail, and government projects for developers, businesses, and councils, focused on operational efficiency and strategic development.
PLANNING
Essential for most projects, helping all clients secure council approvals with minimal fuss.
OUR APPROACH
Rogers Architects is a family-led practice founded by Rob Rogers
Rob seasoned architect with decades of experience delivering thoughtful, functional, and timeless design. What began as Rob’s solo pursuit of architectural excellence has evolved into a collaborative practice. He now works closely with his son, Michael Rogers, who brings a fresh perspective and a passion for design that reflects the way people live and work today.
Together, Rob and Michael combine experience with innovation. They value tradition and curiosity equally, shaping spaces that are practical, considered, and beautiful. Their partnership reflects a shared commitment to quality and a deep respect for the craft.
NO. 2
THE OCEANFRONT COTTAGE
Type
SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
Location
COASTAL TOWN
Description
A CHARMING TWO-BEDROOM COTTAGE WITH A PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS, PERFECT FOR WEEKEND GETAWAYS OR RETIREMENT LIVING.
NO. 3
THE LUXURY MANSION
Type
SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
Location
EXCLUSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD
Description
A GRAND ESTATE WITH MULTIPLE BEDROOMS, A SWIMMING POOL, TENNIS COURT, AND EXPANSIVE GROUNDS. HIGH-END FINISHES AND CUSTOM FEATURES THROUGHOUT.
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