Before you renovate, your home can teach you a lot about how you actually live. This article shares practical ways to test flow, storage and daily routines before committing to permanent renovation work.

Thoughtful storage can make a home feel calmer, more spacious and easier to use. See how early planning, well-placed joinery and practical dimensions improve everyday life in four Victorian homes.

A South Yarra apartment was redesigned and delivered for clients living in the United States. See how clear decisions, 3D walkthroughs, detailed documentation and regular site reporting made remote collaboration work.

How Whisker Architecture uses AI for information processing, practice systems and visual communication while retaining human verification, professional responsibility and project-specific safeguards.

A practical guide to Heritage Overlays in Victoria, including how to check a property, understand the schedule and statement of significance, and plan a renovation or extension around site-specific controls.

Understand the difference between a Bushfire Prone Area and Bushfire Management Overlay, how BAL requirements affect design, and why the so-called 50% renovation rule needs project-specific advice.

Twelve familiar products, systems and details we usually avoid in new homes, and the better-performing alternatives we consider for comfort, durability and future adaptability.

Large voids and double-height spaces can bring light, drama and connection to a home, but they also affect cost, comfort, acoustics and energy performance. Here is what to consider before including one in your renovation or new build.

What an architect’s process can clarify before you build: scope, feasibility, cost reviews, documentation, risk and the questions to ask before committing.

Practical guidance for renovating in Fitzroy and Richmond, from heritage and planning constraints to daylight, privacy, comfort and making the existing home work harder.

Victoria’s Clause 54 provisions changed through Amendment VC282. Learn when the Single Home Code applies, how VicSmart changed, and why zones and overlays still matter.

Why Melbourne needs more well-designed townhouses, terraces, duplexes and courtyard homes between compact apartments and detached suburban houses.

A practical guide to the roles of clients, architects, builders and consultants, and how clear responsibilities, documented decisions and good collaboration improve a residential project.

Discover how Watsonia North Primary School’s new Senior School Building was designed to support modern learning. Principal Sarah Pollnitz and architect Audrey Whisker from Whisker Architecture share insights into the design process and the future of education spaces.

Most homeowners assume their builder’s quote covers the entire project cost—until unexpected fees pile up. This guide breaks down the hidden costs of home construction in 2025 and how to budget smartly from day one.

By combining strategic foresight with meticulous preparation, we help clients navigate the complexities of the town planning process, reducing delays and mitigating risks.

Welcome to our latest update on the Australian National Construction Code, effective from 1 May 2024. In this video, Audrey Whisker will walk you through key changes in livable housing, energy efficiency, and more, ensuring you're up-to-date with the latest standards for building and renovating.

Join Audrey Whisker and Bernadette Jansen on an important episode of the She Renovates Podcast. Discover practical tips to save on time, money, and energy bills while transforming your space into a cozy haven. From DIY insulation hacks to maximizing natural light, Audrey shares invaluable insights to elevate your home's efficiency.

Since founding in 2020 we’ve been awarded contracts with 17 different schools including a $5m project at Watsonia North Primary School. Our goal is enjoyment of the spaces we create for decades to come, with minimal impact on the planet. If your School’s spaces are too small, too dark, or not aligning with the values and vision of your community – consider if building or renovating will address those frustrations.

What certified Passive House means in Australia, how it differs from passive design, and the modelling, construction and verification a project needs.