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Waverley House

2024 Bidjigal & Gadigal Country / Waverley, NSW

This renovation was designed to foster a deeper connection to nature, home and each other.

Nestled among magnificent Moreton Bay figs in a quiet Waverley backstreet, the residence creates space for growth while also offering moments of reflection and tranquility.

Waverley House - Sam Crawford Architects

A SERENE RETREAT

Restful and contemplative, it’s punctuated by pockets of playfulness.

Strategic modifications to the original 1950s bungalow introduce a lightwell, bringing natural light deep inside and creating a layered composition from entry through to the rear garden. By lowering the ground floor to meet the garden, living spaces are embedded within lush greenery.

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Waverley House - Sam Crawford Architects

There is artfulness… quiet luxury in the layered texture and detail, and a respectfulness of nature reflected in the materiality and palette.

Client, Waverley House

 

On Bidjigal, Gadigal Country, this home nestles among magnificent Moreton Bay figs in a quiet Waverley backstreet.

The charred timber-clad first floor steps to create separation between parent and child domains, while roof periscopes draw light through double-height voids. A central spotted gum staircase forms the heart of the home, connecting spaces while allowing independent inhabitation.

In collaboration with TARN landscape designers, verdant spaces surround the home, creating an ever-changing natural backdrop that complements 
the family’s life.

Awards & Recognition

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2025 Australian Timber Design Awards

Finalist

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2025 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA)

Residential Single – Shortlist

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2025 AIA NSW Residential Architecture Award

Houses (Alterations & Additions) – Shortlist

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2025 Houses Awards

House Alteration and Addition over
200sqm – Shortlist

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2025 AIA NSW EmAGN Project Award

Shortlist

Plans

 

Project infoDetails
TeamSam Crawford, Jarad Grice, Charly Watson, Jacqui Singer.
BuilderBuild By Design
ConsultantsStructural Engineer: Structure Consulting Engineers

Hydraulic Consultant: ITM Design

Landscape Consultant: TARN

Quantity Surveyor: QS Plus
CouncilWaverley Council
PhotographerBrett Boardman
Awards2025 Australian Timber Design Awards – finalist
2025 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) – Residential Single – Shortlist
2025 AIA NSW Residential Architecture Award – Houses (Alterations & Additions) – Shortlist
2025 AIA NSW EmAGN Project Award – Shortlist
2025 Houses Awards – House Alteration & Addition over 200sqm – Shortlist
PublishedThe Local Project
Australian Financial Review
Completion2024

 


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