11/05/2026
Work In Progress – Woollahra House. From sketch to built form.
The curved stone façades began as a series of carefully resolved drawings and set-outs, but the real magic came from the craftsmen who brought the 4600 travertine and limestone blocks to life.
Every curve, joint and shadow reflects an extraordinary level of patience, precision and skill. I’m hugely grateful to and the stonemasons and builders whose craftsmanship transformed an idea on paper into something tactile, enduring and beautifully made.
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13/04/2026
Early studies for a new home in Palm Beach.
At this stage, it’s about testing possibilities. How the home sits in the landscape, how it captures light and breeze, and how the spaces unfold from street to garden.
These hand-drawn studies and models are where it all begins, refining the brief and finding a direction that feels calm, intuitive and connected to how our clients live.
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23/10/2025
Inspired by Jørn Utzon’s Bagsværd Church, Summersault House in Bronte draws on the quiet clarity of Danish design — a fitting reference for clients who once called Copenhagen home.
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17/10/2025
Last night I attended the Australian Good Design Awards and was honoured to receive two awards in the Built Environment category - one for Architecture and one for Interior Design.
With a proud heritage dating back to 1958, the Australian Good Design Awards remain the nation’s oldest and most prestigious international design accolade, continuing to champion the critical role of design in shaping a brighter, fairer, and more sustainable future.
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12/10/2025
Today, I launch a new curated brand and website.
jamesgarvan.com has been redesigned to provide a platform that focuses on my work itself, the homes, the detail, the light, and the process that has shaped them.
This marks the next phase of my practice. A space that reflects how I approach architecture - with curiosity, rigour and enthusiasm.
I’ve been fortunate to work with an incredibly talented team behind the scenes to bring this to life .works and
Now, I’m ready to share it with you.
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16/09/2025
Over the moon (!) to see that Moon House has been longlisted in the Dezeen Awards. Genuinely thrilled to be recognized on this prestigious international awards program.
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05/09/2025
Moon House has been shortlisted in The Plan Award 2025! Very grateful to be amongst the phenomenal international talent on show.
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