Jagera and Turrbal people
Queensland
Brisbane
Reimagining the humble carport as a flexible, high-performance pavilion, this addition to a pre-1946 Queenslander serves a unique dual purpose: a sheltered entertainment space and a private craft brewhouse.
Designed by Osaka-based Atelier Luke, the project responds to the local ‘timber and tin’ vernacular of Brisbane through a refined palette of Australian hardwood and galvanised steel. A restrained, timber-screened frontage defers to the heritage streetscape, concealing a voluminous interior defined by a striking exposed timber portal frame.
The structure transitions from an open, breezy street-facing pavilion for vehicles or social gatherings, to a resilient backyard workspace, with durable low-maintenance materials and passive environmental strategies for resilience and long-term value. Clad to the west in translucent polycarbonate, the brewhouse manages thermal loads while filling the interior with diffused light.
Respectful of its context yet distinctly contemporary, this compact project is a celebration of structural clarity, craft, and the adaptable Queensland lifestyle.
The Brew House is a crafted, small carport and workshop that is particular to the client and their interests as a Master Brewer. The workflow of the client brief has evolved into a small, functional space, that goes beyond the traditional uses of a carport and workshop. The family use the carport space as an outdoor room for entertaining, making the most of the additional space to their home. The material detailing and resolution with the structure are resolved to be beautiful and robust.
Commendation for Small Project Architecture
The Brew House is a finely crafted small carport and workshop designed for a client who is a master brewer. The brief has evolved into a compact yet generous structure that extends beyond traditional carport and workshop use, becoming an adaptable outdoor room for family gatherings and entertaining. Constructed predominantly from local hardwood and galvanised steel, the material palette references vernacular building traditions while demonstrating the architect’s ongoing refinement of timber construction. Architectural detailing is executed with exceptional precision, with each junction and connection carefully considered. The result is a robust, beautiful and highly resolved structure that seamlessly integrates craft, function and everyday domestic life.
Commendation for Small Project Architecture
The Brew House is a crafted, small carport and workshop that is particular to the client and their interests as a Master Brewer. The workflow of the client brief has evolved into a small, functional space, that goes beyond the traditional uses of a carport and workshop. The family use the carport space as an outdoor room for entertaining, making the most of the additional space to their home. The material detailing and resolution with the structure are resolved to be beautiful and robust.
Commendation for Small Project Architecture
The Brew House is a finely crafted small carport and workshop designed for a client who is a master brewer. The brief has evolved into a compact yet generous structure that extends beyond traditional carport and workshop use, becoming an adaptable outdoor room for family gatherings and entertaining. Constructed predominantly from local hardwood and galvanised steel, the material palette references vernacular building traditions while demonstrating the architect’s ongoing refinement of timber construction. Architectural detailing is executed with exceptional precision, with each junction and connection carefully considered. The result is a robust, beautiful and highly resolved structure that seamlessly integrates craft, function and everyday domestic life.
“The Brewhouse inspiration was to create a unique with purposeful space with two different functionalities . Firstly, it is our garage, which has wonderful charm and warmth through natural light/ventilation using a simple material palette. Secondly, it is our home brew space. The design connects beautifully to our backyard, integrated thoughtfully into the natural space.
Because of the materials and design, the space is truly flexible. It has been a brewery, pottery room, and is now destined to become a music space for our family. It is not only beautiful but a wonderful extension of our lifestyle.”
Dean and Megan Smith
Luke Hayward, Project Architect
Matthew Mahoney Architect, Contract administration
Incode Engineers, Structural Engineer
Simpson Rayner Surveys, Surveyor
The SoilTesters, Geotechnical Engineer
Building Certification Consultants, Building Certifier
Planning Solutions, Town Planner
Matthew Moore, Landscape Architect