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Meticulous design of beautifully considered interiors for everyday living. Newport - Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW

02/10/2026

I’m old school.

I’m a Sketchup (3D modelling) then Enscape (photo-realistic rendering) type-a-gal.

I’ve long avoided AI to render images as any time I dabbled it would change the scale, materials, items or placement. You would then frustratingly spend time instructing it to simply not touch a thing, but make the imagery better.

Just popped this render into ChatGPT now, and hooley dooley she’s good. No skewed aspect, dimensions remaining the same, materials staying where they are, everything verbatim.

The sunlight though is off, shining back onto the bath from the window. In its defence there IS a pane of glass that it COULD be reflecting off… but… apart from that I’m pretty amazed and it’s the best I’ve seen AI, yet.

P.S let’s not make out that I have any idea how AI works, but I’m sure we can all agree it is absolutely wild.

Image 1: ChatGPT
Image 2: Trimble SketchUp and Chaos Enscape

28/09/2026

Forever a favourite - Mosman Ensuite ❤️

Builder: BT Bespoke
Photographer: The Everyday Archive | Sydney Australia

17/09/2026

Kitchen design in the making for Queenscliff Apartment 🤍

13/09/2026

Sometimes the best design is the one that breaks the ‘rules’, because it makes far more sense for the people and the home.

Some say you shouldn’t put services in an island bench.

No sink. No cooktop. Keep the island clear.

At Mona Vale House, we did both.

With the home’s dramatic raked ceiling, positioning the sink and cooktop within the island allowed us to make far better use of the external walls and maximise the usable space within the kitchen.

More importantly, it made the island the true hub of the home - allowing meals to be prepared and dishes washed while still being part of family life, watching the children or simply looking out to the view rather than facing a wall.

Design rules can be useful. But they’re not universal.

What matters is understanding the family, how they live, the space and its parameters - and creating a design that responds thoughtfully to each.

Builder: JCGA - JCG australia P/L🇦🇺🇯🇵🔨
Photographer: Bridie Tomkins Photography

24/08/2026

Good builders build to the design.

The best builders collaborate as part of the team to deliver an even better result for their clients.

bairdbuilt suggested incorporating a transom window above the new laundry door and window, all within the existing opening - a great idea that worked beautifully with the overall design.

With one small adjustment to the joinery design, this room will now feel lighter, brighter and more connected to the beautiful garden outside.

Even more excited (jealous) of seeing this laundry come to life. 💙

14/08/2026

The mighty heart of this stunning home to be. 💚

Roscommon House approved and soon to start construction.

Architect: Carole Huard Architect
Builder: Nuebelle

12/08/2026

North Wahroonga Pavilion is now under construction, and these are just some of the beautiful pieces bringing the design to life.

09/08/2026

Opening up the dining area created a stronger connection between the kitchen and living spaces - now equally a busy hub for breakfasts before school drop-off and entertaining friends on the weekend.

Mona Vale House

Builder: JCGA - JCG australia P/L🇦🇺🇯🇵🔨
Photographer: Bridie Tomkins Photography

A pop of green mosaic tile, a nod to the original splashback of this MCM home. Playing with the raked ceiling, a lower ledge was created along the island, inviting conversation and connection.

Mona Vale House

Builder: JCGA - JCG australia P/L🇦🇺🇯🇵🔨
Photographer: Bridie Tomkins Photography

22/07/2026

Is there anything better?

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Builder: JCGA - JCG australia P/L🇦🇺🇯🇵🔨
Joinery: Liteco Joinery
Photographer: Bridie Tomkins Photography

09/07/2026

A bold yet beautifully considered palette for our Queenscliff Apartment.

Rich burgundy tiles, dramatic stone and warm brushed brass create a bathroom that balances confidence with refinement.

This design concept is almost ready to become reality. ♥️

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Sydney, NSW
2106

Website

https://www.howardlanedesigns.com/

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