Turrbal and Yuggera
Queensland
Brisbane
JDA Co’s design for Craigerne merges Colonial Georgian heritage with a strong connection to its landscape. Built in 1868 and listed on the Queensland Heritage Register, the home and its 1980s annexe were thoughtfully transformed to create a cohesive, functional space. The site’s challenging sloping terrain was reshaped with terracing, including a new pool that functions as a retaining wall and frames a formal terrace, enhancing the home’s relationship with its surroundings.
The heritage home’s revitalisation preserved key elements like stonework while reusing non-original materials in the landscaping. The annexe, once disconnected from the main house, now features a more refined layout that improves access to the panoramic views of the rolling hills and fig tree. A custom aluminium screen modernises the annexe while respecting tradition, allowing the home to harmoniously blend past and present and strengthen its connection to both place and history.
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
