News

"Hearth and Home" - River Hearth House in Green Magazine
August 2024
Brisbane Knockdown Rebuild Utilises Materials from Original Mid-Century House. ​A Brisbane site’s history and surrounding natural splendour are creatively blended with the needs of its new inhabitants and, anchored by the authentic brick fireplace at its heart, the residence expands harmoniously, fostering fresh interactions.
Frangipani Pavilion featured in Sanctuary Magazine - Modern Green Homes
MAY 2024
Garden Gem - This Brisbane couple opted for a crafted pavilion to enhance the enjoyment of their beloved garden. Words by Emma Scragg, Images by Andy Macpherson.
River Hearth House in The Design Files
March 2024
A Calming Brisbane Riverfront Home Designed For Work, Rest + Play.
The Local Project features River Hearth House
December 2023
Guided By Nature, considered words by Bronwyn Marshall and images by Christopher Frederick Jones.
River Hearth House in Houses Magazine 154
October 2023
River Hearth House featured in Houses Magazine in the October - December edition. Thanks to Sheona Thompson for her thoughtful words. Images by Christopher Frederick Jones. Click on the image to read the article.
River Hearth House wins Robin Dods Award at QLD Chapter Awards
JUNE 2023
We're honoured to have been awarded the top prize for New Residential Architecture at the 2023 QLD Institute of Architecture (AIA) in June.
The Guardian - How architects are reimagining Brisbane’s homes to survive future flooding
March 2023
Matt Kennedy, director and architect at Arcke in Rosalie, Brisbane, lives in one such home in a flood-prone area. “The understory of a Queenslander construction, they were these wonderful spaces, but they were never designed to be occupied,” Kennedy says.
AIA Brisbane Regional Commendation - Alterations and Additions 2022
JUNE 2022
Arcke has received a Brisbane Regional Commendation for our Frangipani Pavilion. Click through to see more information about the project.
Sanctuary Magazine
JUNE 2022
"A State Of Calm" Engawa House by Emma Scragg featured in the June Edition of Sanctuary Magazine.
Dulux Colour Awards Commendation Single Residential
SEPTEMBER 2021
Our Northgate Engawa House was recognised with a Commendation in the annual Dulux Colour Awards. We used three shades of dulux greens in our selection for exterior colours. The jury included Suzannah Waldron, Mel Bright, Jefa Greenaway, Sarah-Jane Pyke and Patrick Loo. Click through to see more information about the project.
AIA Brisbane Regional Commendation - Alterations and Additions 2021
MAY 2021
Arcke has received a Brisbane Regional Commendation for our Paddington Courtyard House. Click through to see more information about the project.
AIA Brisbane Regional Commendation - Heritage 2021
MAY 2021
We're thrilled that our Cummings House has received a Brisbane Regional Commendation from the AIA Awards. Click through to see more information about the project.
Dwell Magazine
March 2021
"A Central Courtyard Fills an Australian Home With Light and Lush Greenery" by Mandi Keighran. Pictures by Andy Macpherson.
Sanctuary Magazine
March 2021
"Adding By Taking Away", Paddington Courtyard House by Rebecca Gross for Sanctuary Magazine. Pictures by Andy Macpherson.
The Local Project
January 2021
"Bringing the Outside In" featuring our Paddington Courtyard House on The Local Project. By Laura Jones.
Habitus Living
October 2019
Bushland House Engages with its Landscape by Rebecca Gross. Pictures by Scott Burrows.
Australian Architecture
February 2020
Arcke's Paul Violett penned article "Shifting strategies: Australian architects and the future of Chinese cities" featured in Australian Architecture.
Arch Daily
August 2019
Wickham Point House featured in Arch Daily, the world's largest Architecture blog. Pictures by Scott Burrows.
Lunchbox Architect
September 2019
Beach House Renovation Has a Minimalist Touch But Maximalist Results
Home Beautiful
October 2017
A New Start by Rosanne Peach and images by John Downs
Hit and Miss
June 2019
The closure of a Brisbane-owned and operated brickworks. By Matt Kennedy, Arcke Director.
Queensland Homes
Autumn | Winter 2019
By the Sea by Tamara Simoneau images by Anastasia Kariofyllidis
The Design Files
18 December 2018
"A two storey transformed Queenslander" by Jo Hoban. Pictures by Scott Burrows.
Habitus
Edition #39 April | May 2018
Design in Descent by Tamara Simoneau
The Design Files
04 May 2018
A Flood Proof Home in Brisbane by Jo Hoban
Brisbane News
02 May 2018
Take a Seat by Michelle Bailey
Lunchbox Architect
May 2018
A Sunroom and Articulated Fence Were All it Took to Update this Home
Brisbane News
3 May 2017
Higher Ground by Michelle Bailey
Brisbane News
02 May 2016
Chef's Special by Michelle Bailey