Brisbane Heritage Redevelopment –
From One to Three Townhouses
Tucked into one of Brisbane’s character zones, this Hawthorne project explores how heritage architecture can be sensitively re-imagined to meet contemporary needs - without losing its original soul.
The site originally accommodated a single 1946 timber home, protected under Brisbane City Council’s character provisions. Demolition was not an option – nor was it the ambition. Instead, preservation became the design driver.
The existing home was elevated into a light-filled, contemporary townhouse that retains the scale, materiality, and architectural language of its original form.
Beyond the retained structure, two new townhouses were introduced to the rear of the site. This increased residential density while preserving the rhythm and continuity of the street frontage.
These dwellings are not replicas, but respectful companions – modern in expression, yet responsive to context.
As a result, the three homes form a cohesive multi-residential ensemble. The project strikes a balance between heritage compliance, livability, and architectural clarity.
This project demonstrates what’s possible when character retention isn’t seen as a limitation, but as a design opportunity. That shift in mindset can lead to more grounded, generous, and enduring outcomes for infill development in Brisbane’s inner suburbs.
Supporting First-Time and Boutique Developers
This is one of many projects where we’ve worked closely with first-time and boutique developers – guiding them from early feasibility through to construction-ready documentation.
We support every stage of the process: from massing studies and concept design through to council submissions and full construction documentation. Our role is to make the process feel less overwhelming and more achievable – particularly within heritage overlays and complex planning controls.
We understand the importance of balancing vision with practical outcomes. That’s why we focus on clear communication, thoughtful design, and dependable guidance throughout the journey.
Planning Your Next Development
If you’re planning your first or next townhouse or multi-residential development in Brisbane or Northern NSW, we’d welcome the opportunity to support your project with clarity and confidence.
Sneak Peek
We help you unlock site yield, navigate compliance, and deliver purposeful townhouse and multi-unit design.
Whether you're preparing for a DA, navigating planning constraints, or testing your site’s development potential,
our feasibility and design process helps guide early decisions.