Austin Maynard Architects

Founded in Melbourne, Austin Maynard Architects is an award-winning studio renowned for its playful, sustainable, and human-centered designs. Led by Andrew Maynard and Mark Austin, the practice has gained international recognition for reimagining residential and urban spaces with creativity, ethics, and environmental responsibility at their core.

The firm’s projects — including RaeRae House, THAT House, ParkLife Apartments, and Lang House — demonstrate an innovative blend of form, function, and joy. Their work explores the boundaries between home, city, and landscape, always emphasizing sustainable living and community connection.

Recognized globally, Austin Maynard Architects has received numerous honors such as Dezeen Architecture Studio of the Year, the Canberra Medallion, and multiple AIA awards for excellence in residential and sustainable design. Their projects have been featured in leading publications including ArchDaily, Designboom, and Dezeen.

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Modern wooden house with contemporary architectural design, featuring large glass windows, outdoor pool, and lush landscaping for stylish living.

Barrow House by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne, Australia

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 20/03/2023 Updated: 06/10/2025 3 min read

Colorful urban building with vibrant rainbow-colored balconies showcasing modern architecture and innovative design.

Terrace House by Austin Maynard Architects in Australia

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 16/03/2023 Updated: 06/10/2025 2 min read

Contemporary house with mixed architectural styles, featuring a brick turret, wooden shingle exterior, and large windows, set in a landscaped yard with a child walking outdoors.

Tower House by Austin Maynard Architects in Alphington, Australia

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 06/12/2020 Updated: 06/10/2025 6 min read

Vibrant wooden eco-friendly tiny house with large windows surrounded by landscaped garden and natural terrain under a clear sky, showcasing innovative architecture design.

St. Andrews Beach House by Austin Maynard Architects in Victoria, Australia

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 04/02/2019 Updated: 06/10/2025 5 min read

King Bill House by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne, Australia

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 14/06/2018 Updated: 06/10/2025 7 min read

Contemporary modern house with unique architectural design featuring dark exterior cladding and large glass windows, blending innovative architecture with stylish interior spaces.

Charles House by Austin Maynard Architects in Kew, Australia

Charles House by Austin Maynard Architects is a flexible, multi-generational home in Melbourne that combines slate-clad façades, sustainable systems, and adaptable living spaces designed to evolve with family life.

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 02/10/2017 Updated: 06/10/2025 4 min read

Modern living room with panoramic ocean view, contemporary furniture, and wooden ceiling accents, showcasing home interior design and architecture art.

Dorman House by Austin Maynard Architects in Lorne, Australia

Elevated above a preserved beach shack in Lorne, Australia, Dorman House by Austin Maynard Architects redefines coastal living through a minimalist timber extension that honors memory and landscape. The project blends sustainability, material honesty, and ocean views into a timeless example of adaptive Australian architecture.

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 10/02/2017 Updated: 06/10/2025 3 min read

Modern tiny house made of shipping containers with glass walls and lush garden surroundings.

THAT House by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne, Australia

THAT House by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne redefines suburban living through modesty and innovation. This sustainable 255 m² residence balances transparency, privacy, and connection to nature with solar design, passive systems, and crafted details—proving that comfort and spaciousness can be achieved without excess or environmental compromise.

By Austin Maynard Architects Published: 14/08/2016 Updated: 06/10/2025 4 min read