Issue 98 comes out 4 July. Order on its own or as part of a subscription.
Much has been written about plants and their effect on human health and happiness. The yearning to be in and amongst nature is referred to as biophilia. With studies showing that the more time we spend in nature the lower our stress levels, it seems to me that the more space we give over to vegetation around our homes the better. In this issue five houses demonstrate a deep connection to the outdoors and surrounding bushland.
But up first, we profile Sascha Solar-March and Harry Catterns from architecture studio SAHA (SA for Sascha and HA for Harry).
Then, our first house feature; an Anglesea holiday house that provides relaxed, resilient and thoughtfully designed spaces for three generations of a family to spend time by the seaside. Architecture by emerging Surf Coast architecture practice Not All Architecture, who are focused on exploring finely detailed small footprint houses.  
Next up; while maintaining its iconic retro style, Architect George playfully reimagines a classic South Coast beach house.

For our third house feature; a Brisbane site?s history and surrounding natural splendour are creatively blended with the needs of its new inhabitants and, anchored by the authentic brick fireplace at its heart, the residence expands harmoniously, fostering fresh interactions. Architecture by Brisbane architecture studio Arcke.

Our fourth house feature; a new build in Sydney?s densely packed Nort...