Moorhouse

Moorhouse is a carefully reworked Victorian terrace that transforms a narrow inner-city footprint into a calm and highly efficient urban sanctuary. Defined by its layered thresholds and controlled openings, the design uses filtered light, screened façades, and restrained material shifts to create a sense of privacy while still maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding Richmond laneway context. The result is a compact home that feels surprisingly open, with each space flowing deliberately into the next.

Inside, the project is characterized by refined detailing and a quiet material palette that softens the constraints of its 4.5-metre-wide site. Built-in storage, subtle tonal variations, and carefully composed natural light work together to maximize spatial clarity and liveability at every turn. Designed by James Harbard Architects, the project reflects a disciplined approach to renovation—balancing restraint, atmosphere, and precision to create a deeply considered residential experience.