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The team at @east.built laying the groundwork ahead of concrete pour 🧱 Every detail matters. #aerospexdroneservices #eastbuilt #illawarrabuilder #thirroul #southcoast #wollongongconstruction #groundwork #concreting #dronephotography #aerialview #projectupdate #buildingprogress #dronefootage

🏆 Award Announcement We’re thrilled to reveal the first award winner for the 2025 Illawarra Festival of Architecture & Design @__ifad__ ! ✨ Curators Award – Honourable Mention (Renovation) Kat Hendel of @studiotakt and James Robinson of @east.built for The Artists’ Backyard, pictured here with owners Helen and Windel 🎨🏡 A sensitive and sophisticated response to a heritage-listed home, The Artists’ Backyard seamlessly unites history and modern living. The project carefully preserves original materials and character while introducing a refined new addition — a contemporary living space complete with kitchen, bathroom, and double garage/art studio. With natural light, sustainable materials, and meticulous craftsmanship at its heart, this celebrates the beauty of contrast — where heritage charm meets innovative design. Awards in partnership with @buyersagent.wollongong 📸 @adam_wallis_creative #IFAD2025 #IllawarraFestival #IllawarraArchitecture #ArchitectureAwards #TaktStudio #EastBuilt #TheArtistsBackyard #ArchitectureAndDesign #HeritageHomes #ContemporaryDesign #WollongongDesign #ArchitecturalExcellence

Thank you to owner Helen Boyd, alongside the wonderful Kat Hendel of @studiotakt and James Robinson of @east.built for inviting a large crowd of architecture and design enthusiasts to your home in Moore St, Austinmer, so named ‘The Artist’s Backyard’. @__ifad__ , in partnership with @mcneicex and owner Troy McNeice, we were thrilled to showcase your project. It was designed and built with heart and skill that faced and overcame some big challenges in terms of site constraints and council regulations to achieve a beautiful renovation that unites old and new. #wollongong #illawarra #architecture #illawarrabuilder #illawarraarchitect

🗞️ Thank you @illawarramerc We’re thrilled to see the Illawarra Festival of Architecture & Design @__ifad__ featured in today’s paper — celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration shaping homes across our region. Among the highlights is the Austinmer renovation by @studiotakt and @east.built — a stunning example of design innovation behind a heritage-controlled façade. 📸 Photo: @adam_wallis_creative Join us this weekend (18–19 Oct) as the Festival continues across the Illawarra — from open homes to our Panel Talks on Sunday from noon at the @uow_sustainablebuildings . Hear from leading designers and landscape experts on how to better connect our indoor and outdoor spaces for living well. #IFAD2025 #IllawarraDesign #IllawarraFestival #Studiotakt #EastBuilt #HeritageArchitecture #IllawarraMercury #UOW #SustainableDesign #ArchitectsOfTheIllawarra #AdamWallisCreative

✨ Experience a Moore St Renovation Like No Other ✨ Step inside ‘The Artist’s Backyard’, in Moore St, Austinmer, a small yet remarkable heritage renovation by Takt Studio of Architecture (@studiotakt ) and East Built @east.built . This project carefully preserves a heritage-listed cottage while adding a contemporary, high-end extension—maximising light, open space, and modern comfort. 🌿 In partnership with @mcneicex , join us Saturday 18th October, 11am–12:30pm, for a House Tour & Conversation with Katharina Hendel (Takt) and James Robinson (East Built). Hear about the challenges of working on a heritage site, the clever design solutions, and the playful touches that make this home truly special. With limited tickets remaining, don’t miss this chance to explore a project where modern design meets heritage charm—and meet the brilliant minds behind it. 🎟 👉 Tap the link in bio to secure your spot now! #IFADHouseTours #IllawarraDesign #HeritageRenovation #MooreStAustinmer #TaktArchitecture #EastBuilt #ModernMeetsHeritage #ArchitecturalTour #DesignLovers #HouseTourExperience #illawarraarchitecture

🌿 AHJ Reflections 🌿 Sheltered in suburban bushland of the northern Illawarra, Boorea House by @studiotakt and @east.built creates spaces of refuge and connection — framed by thick earthen walls, native gardens, and sunlit courtyards. Proud to see @architecturalhardwoodjoinery recycled hardwood joinery play a role in such a thoughtful and inspiring project. #illawarra #wollongong #illawarraarchitect #joinery #wollongongbuilder #wollongongbusiness

We have reached practical completion on the Woonona project with @wollarchi , thanks to the East Built crew and all the subcontractors that helped us get there.

✨FINAL WEEK TO ENTER: The Illawarra Festival of Architecture & Design Awards 2025 We’re on the lookout for standout Illawarra homes — new builds and renos — that show innovation and respond to our incredible coast + escarpment setting. 🌊🌿 This isn’t about prizes — it’s about celebrating and promoting the amazing local professionals behind these homes. 🙌 Every entry will be featured on the Festival Instagram + website in the lead up to the big Festival weekend 18–19 October.. We’re calling for entries in two categories: ✨ New Build ✨ Renovation ➡️ It’s easy and FREE to enter: just complete a short form on the website and send pics to Festival Director, Penny Keogh, by Sunday 7 September, 8pm. 📌 Visit the link in bio to submit today! IMAGE: @debu_studios | @east.built - Mt Ousley Renovation 2024 Award Winner #wollongongbuilder #architecture #wollongong

@__ifad__ House Tours are a celebration, with a behind the scenes look at the brave and exciting choices the design and build teams of the Illawarra make to translate their clients dreams into reality. Many enjoyed seeing last year’s winner of the IFAD people’s choice award for an exquisite renovation of this Mt Ousley art deco home. 🤩 Designer - @debu_studios Builder - @east.built 📸 @lightandlinesau 👉STAY TUNED - We’re excited to soon announce some mid-year house tours #illawarra #housetour #wollongong #shellharbour #kiama #wollongongbuilder #architecture #design

Moore st - garage/studio Design @studiotakt Photo @adam_wallis_creative @creativeco_agency

a sneak peek of moore st 👀 @east.built @studiotakt shot by @adam_wallis_creative #comingsoon #austinmer #architecturephotography

Moore st - designed by @studiotakt Photo - @adam_wallis_creative