Tectvs

A small hilltop town in the Molise region of southern Italy presented Tectvs with the opportunity to complete a modest fit out in a three level, centuries old family home. 
The existing walls and vaulted ceilings create the perfect backdrop for a kitchen, dining room and cellar. 

Simplicity was key to creating a space which is both warm and elegant. Carefully placed lighting has been utilised to showcase the various natural elements of the timber and stonework throughout. 

Flying eaves, roofs like the wings of a bird…

Traditionally designed to keep rainwater from the timber structure, the soaring corners add a light yet dynamic beauty to even the smaller structures.

Nearing completion, The Small Shrine echoes the architectural language of the Main Shrine, reinterpreting its distinctive forms and details on a smaller scale.

Photography: Anthony Basheer
Engineer: Structural Systems Engineers
Builder: IJ PROJECTS
Builder: IJ PROJECTS

Charli Apartments 

Tectvs' latest contribution to the WEST precinct has hit a major milestone with the apartments nearing completion. 

A uniquely shaped site combined with the surroundings of Football Park lent itself to a design resolved through subtle curvature and angles. Horizontal planes assist the building mass to float, anchored by structural feature walls and a cylindrical lift shaft. 

Builder: Tandem Building
Developer: Commercial & General 
Location: WEST
Photography: tectvs  

A nod to mid-century design sits at the heart of the interiors at our Norwood Residence. 

Custom joinery was carefully integrated throughout the open-plan living spaces, creating a sense of warmth whilst maintaining a sense of grandeur throughout. 

Photographer: PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO + EDITING
Builder: BETTIO Constructions

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Today’s sunshine has got us thinking about our favourite pools…

Image 1: Toorak Gardens Residence 
Builder, landscape + photographer: Ikon Projects LANDSKAP Sam Noonan . Photographer

Image 2: Rosslyn Park Residence 
Photographer:  Athanasios Lazarou

Image 3:  Unley Park Residence 
Landscape + photographer: Distinctive Gardens - Rob Cooper David Sievers

A place for reflection…

Photography: Anthony Basheer  
Builder: BUILDinc
Furniture: Khai Liew
Landscaping: LANDSKAP
Tiles: Italia Ceramics [Tile + Stone]]

Don’t rush anything. When the time is right it’ll happen - Buddha

Nan Hai Pu Tup Temple, Sellicks Hill 

Every now and then a Project comes along that challenges your mindset.

When that unfinished journey has already taken 10 years you appreciate the learnings of a “slow build”. 
Nestled within the undulations of an expansive coastal site facing the Fleurieu, The Main Shrine, pictured, is part of a masterplan for the 137 acre retreat, which also includes accommodation, a smaller shrine and the unmistakable 18 metre tall statue of the Goddess of Mercy.
From drawing to building, there is spirituality and meaning in the evolution of each hand made detail, from singular pieces of timber that frame faith to ceremony. 

Photography: Anthony Basheer
Engineer: Structural Systems Engineers
Builder: IJ PROJECTS

At Tectvs, we believe good design should be accessible.

Mansfield Park, completed in 2024 in conjunction with Anglicare and Believe Housing Australia, provided 37 new affordable homes and 6 specialist disability homes to South Australians. 

The master plan carefully balances a return to the idea of ‘The Village', utilising connective linkages, community gardens and permeability, whilst retaining tenant privacy with careful consideration to safety and diversity of tenants. The development was designed with a strong focus on community and tenant well-being, providing high quality homes to all South Australians.  

We are pleased to announce that the project has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Property Council of Australia Innovation + Excellence Awards for Best Affordable Housing Development.

Awards: 
UDIA SA Awards for Excellence - Project of the Year and Affordable Housing Award (2024)

UDIA National Awards for Excellence (2025) - National Affordable Housing Award (2025) 

AnglicareSA
Centina
LANDSKAP
URPS

…and the crane comes down on our Arc Bowden residential project… 

Hindmarsh
ARC Bowden

Mangia bene, bevi bene. 
Eat well, drink well. 

This Italian philosophy became a defining principle of the architecture and interior design of one of our recently completed residences.

The home features bespoke elements highlighting the family’s traditions at its core. Whilst the outdoor kitchen boasts a spacious area for gathering, preparing and sharing delicacies, custom w**e racks line the cellar walls, housing a lifelong collection of w**es to accompany those delicacies.

Photography: Anthony Basheer
Builder: