Urban Homesteads [book]
‘Urban Homesteads: How to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle’ is available from all leading book retailers. This beautifully illustrated publication filled with engaging and inspiring stories by urban homesteaders from around the world includes the ‘Argyle‘ house by S2 design. The book covers a wide range of garden possibilities, including from the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and Europe.
Gross, R. [Aug. 2021] “Argyle” Urban Homesteads: How to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle, pp. 216-229, Australia: The Images Publishing Group
Built Offsite [magazine forum]
Issue 16 – 2019 of the Built Offsite forum examines the evolving relationship and creative tension between architects and the offsite construction sector. The discussion was moderated by Built Offsite editor Belinda Smart and the panelists were: Fraser Paxton, Fraser Paxton Architects; Mario Posala, Arkit; David Saunders, S2 design; and John Baxter, Sensum. Thank you to publisher Michael Dolphin and all at Boston Publishing.
Architects at Home [book]
“Features the homes of a range of leading architects from around the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, India, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Scandinavia, and Europe. Explores the interior design techniques, art and decorative pieces, furnishings, materials, and technology incorporated into the homes of those who know the most about them. Collects together more than 40 works, beautifully presented with rich and glorious colour photography throughout” Images Publishing
Sanctuary #38 - 2017
Sanctuary – Modern Green Homes
David Saunders, “Greener kitchens & bathrooms – Shades of green”, Sanctuary: issue 38 [2017], pp.38-39.
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Better Homes & Gardens 2016 [TV]
Joh and Pete from Channel 7 visited our ‘argyle‘ project which was featured on Better Homes and Gardens at 7:30pm on 23rd September 2016. Click here to watch.
The Junk Map 2016
The Junk Map, a website that helps people find Australian businesses that sell or rework second hand goods wrote this lovely article about our ‘argyle’ project.
Architects' Homes [book]
“This stunning book takes a rare glimpse into the intriguing and unique homes of some of the world’s best-known architects.” Images Publishing
… including the argyle project designed and built by S2 design for Architect David Saunders and his family. Purchase a copy here
Gazzard D. edited by Patch B., [Feb.2017] “Argyle” Architects’ Homes, pp. 24-29, Australia: Images Publishing Group
Kingspan Water & Energy [article]
Tankworks, “Sustainable Inner City Living” case study on Kingspan Water & Energy website [jan. 2015], https://www.kingspan.com/au/en-au/products-brands/water-management-solutions/projects/commercial/sustainable-inner-city-living
Sealasash [interview]
“Leading and award winning sustainable architect David Saunders had old wooden windows in his own home worked on by Sealasash. His unique, sustainable St Kilda home was almost entirely constructed using recycled materials. Hear his thoughts on the benefits of our draught proofing system and his experience in dealing with Sealasash.” Sealasash
Houzz: what if?
Rebecca Gross, “The Architects Who Asked ‘What If?’ “, Ideabooks on Houzz home design website [june 2015], http://www.houzz.com/au/ideabooks/49993680/list/the-architects-who-asked-what-if
sustainable living festival 2015 [talk]
David Saunders presented a series of 90 minute talks on “Sustainable Architecture – inner city living” at the 2015 Sustainable Living Festival.The event were held on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd February 2015 in the eco-house at CERES ‘True Earth Market’, Brunswick East.
houses #99
Houses [Architecture Media] – The ‘Argyle’ project.
“Houses Awards,” Houses: Issue 99 [August 2014], pp. 62, 68-69.
domain 2014
domain [The Age/ Financial Review]
Jenny Brown, ” ‘Machine for living’ breaks expectations,” Domain – The Sunday Age/ Financial Review – Design Trends [8-9 August 2014], p.18.
Think Brick 2014
Think Brick – 2014 Awards Publication
The Argyle project by S2 design appears on page 33.
houzz: argyle
Joanna Tovia, “Heritage-Listed Victorian Dares To Turn Green”, Houzz Tour on Houzz home design website [august 2014]
Sydney Morning Herald
Livia Gamble, “Consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products,” Life & Style – Sydney Morning Herald [03 July 2014]
The Argyle project by S2 design is referenced in this article as an example of sustainable housing.
green magazine #37
green – sustainable architecture and landscape design magazine
David Owen, “Voyage of Discovery”, green: issue 37 [2014], pp.40-45.
Belle Skylights
Click HERE to see the case study by Belle Skylights who provided advice and solutions for the custom installation of Velux skylights in the ‘Argyle’ project.
green magazine #40
green – sustainable architecture and landscape design
David Saunders, “What I like about you”, green: issue 40 [2014], p.98.
The Graham House by Architect Neil Clerehan • 1961
Cohuna, Gunbower Island, North-West Victoria
port phillip leader
Nicole Precel, “Owner homes in on sustainability”, Port Phillip Leader [12 November 2013], p13.
The Junk Map 2013
The Junk Map, a website that helps people find Australian businesses that sell or rework second hand goods included some of our work in their blog.
ASAA stone awards [judge]
David Saunders of S2 design (right), Lindsay Davis of Garner Davis (left), and Alex Njoo (centre) were invited to judge the 2014 Australian Stone Advisory Association Architectural Stone Awards which were presented during the first evening of designEX 2014 (28 May) by David West of International Conservation Services and architect Stephen Varady, of Stephen Varady Architecture.
House & Houses 101: Caulfield House
House and Housing 101 [Caulfield House]
Horrocks T., Saunders D., [2012] “Caulfield House, S2 design” House and Housing 101, pp. 170-173. Hong Kong: designzens, beisistudio
houzz: the substation
This article discusses how “Modern architecture makes room for decoration with artistic designs carved into exterior concrete and interior wood” with specific reference to ‘The Substation’ project by S2 design.
John Hill, “Artistic Carvings Make for Cutting-Edge Architecture”, Houzz home design website [october 2012]
House & Housing 101: Spring Road
House and Housing 101 [Spring Road]
Saunders D., [2012] “Spring Road, S2 design” House and Housing 101, pp. 452-457. Hong Kong: designzens, beisistudio
emerald hill weekly
Emerald Hill Weekly: Fairfax Community Network
Rosemary Bolger, “Solar Group to Pitch its Bright Idea to Council,” Emerald Hill Weekly: Fairfax Community Network [March 11-17 2009].
design in architecture [film]
‘Design In Architecture’ is a ten minute documentary produced in 2009 by Rok Starr Films.
A brief look at the concept of design in architecture with famous Melbourne architect David M. Saunders of S2 design.
venue #27
Venue [alchemedia publishing] featuring hard YAK café.
Sophie Gebhardt, “Oh de Toilette,” Venue: Issue 27 [2008], pp. 46-50.
facing design #02
Facing Design [text pacific publishing for Think Brick Australia] featuring the Middle Park House.
Karen Fittall, “the Great Wall,” Facing Design: Issue 02 [2008], pp. 66-71.
think brick: caulfield
Think Brick Australia selected the Caulfield House to showcase on their Think Brick website for it’s notable use of exposed brickwork.
Suzanne Beaumont, “Showcase – Caulfield South,” Think Brick Australia website [January 2008], www.thinkbrick.com.au.
think brick: middle park house
Think Brick Australia selected the Middle Park House to showcase on their Think Brick website as an outstanding example of brickwork in residential architecture.
Suzanne Beaumont, “Showcase – Middle Park,” Think Brick Australia website [January 2008], www.thinkbrick.com.au.
(inside) #50
(inside) Australian Design Review [niche media]
Chris Beck, “LIVE IN australia,” (inside) Australian Design Review: Issue 50 [2008], pp. 44-48.
(inside) #47
(inside) Australian Design Review [niche media] featuring YAR restaurant.
Professor Phillip Goad, “Art Eat,” (inside) Australian Design Review: Issue 47 [2007], pp. 66-73.
(inside) issue 47 [magazine]
S2 design was recognised by (inside) magazine [issue 47, 2007] as one of eight industry leaders in hospitality design. Others include Peter Maddison, Six Degrees, Grant Amon, Hecker, Phelan & Guthrie, Brand & Slater, Paul Kelly and Dreamtime.
(inside) australian design review [niche media], David M. Saunders. “play: Favourite Bars and Clubs”. (inside) australian design review [issue 47, 2007], pp.42-48 [p.45]
RMIT University [teaching]
David Saunders was asked to teach design at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology: 2011.
[RMIT University], School of Design TAFE, Building Design and Technology department, casual teacher [semester 1]. Subjects: Architectural Design and Presentation ARCH-5184/ 5161
home [herald sun]
Laeta Antonysen, “Feature show”, home: Herald Sun [04 December 2010], pp. 18-21.
‘Home Matters’ section of the the Saturday home magazine discusses ‘The potential of bricks exposed’. The article features an interior image of the Caulfield House in relation to the thermal qualities of brick in the living spaces.
tiletoday #68
Tile Today: the Australasian Tile Magazine
Alex Njoo, “S2 design – David Saunders,” Tile Today: the Australasian Tile Magazine [September – November 2010], pp. 38-39.
houses #53
Houses [Architecture Media] featuring the Caulfield House.
Toby Horrocks, “Tough Enough,” Houses: Issue 54 [December 2006 – January 2007], pp. 82-88.
facing design #01
Facing Design [text pacific publishing for Think Brick Australia] featuring the Caulfield House.
Karen Fittall, “New Beginnings,” Facing Design: Issue 01 [2007], pp. 44-47.
venue #19
Venue [alchemedia publishing]
Sophie Gebhardt, “Yar,” Venue: Issue 19 [October 2007], pp. 80-83.
M [sunday age]
Karin Derkley, “Looks Good on Paper,” M: The Sunday Age – Eco life [23 September 2007], pp. 23-24.
houses #54
Houses [Architecture Media] featuring the Substation.
Toby Horrocks, “High Voltage,” Houses: Issue 54 [February – March 2007], pp. 54-59.
designEX 2007 [judge]
Judges for the 2007 designEX ‘Best Stand Awards’ were David Saunders [S2 design], Amanda Henderson [Gloss Creative] and Rob Tigani [Schiavello].
designEX is Australia’s most prestigious exhibition for leading edge products and services for residential and commercial interior designers and architects.
melbourne university [teaching]
David Saunders was asked to teach third year design at the university of melbourne: 2007.
Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning, tutor [semester 1 – part time] for Architectural Design 3A.
CCAA #02
CCAA [Cement, Concrete & Aggregates Australia] – the public domain
Abe McCarthy. “The Substation [South Wall],” Cement, Concrete & Aggregates Australia: Issue 02 [May 2006], pp. 12-13.
(inside) #42
hardYAK_inside(inside) Australian Design Review [niche media]
David M. Saunders, “hard YAK,” (inside) Australian Design Review: Issue 42 [2006], pp. 118-119.
emergence [TV]
Interview in 2006 by Abe McCarthy for ’emergence’, a television documentary about emerging young Melbourne architects and practices.
CCAA
CCAA [Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia) – the public domain awards 2005 > awards issue
“The Substation,” Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia: Awards Issue [2005], p. 19.
City Weekly #38
Arsineh Houspian, “hard YAK bar opening,” City Weekly – Barfly: Issue 38 [29 September 2005], p. 19.
radio 3RRR [interview]
Commonwealth Games Projects: Guests exhibiting at Nextwave Festival, taking part with the 2006 Games.
David Saunders and Daniel Truscott were interviewed on Radio 3RRR about the details of their Trojan Horse project.
Interview, The Architects, 3RRR [102.7 FM], 09 August 2005.
emerge 2001 [exhibition]
Collaborative exhibition of fine art by Damon Kowarsky within a recently completed architectural project by S2 design.