Explore RaeRae House, a distinctive inner-city family home in Melbourne, Australia, designed by Austin Maynard Architects.
Merging two heritage terrace houses with a modern glazed entry, RaeRae is a blend of whimsical design and strategic functionality. Its unique exterior, shaped like an architectural mountain range, optimizes light and minimizes visual impact. Inside, every detail, from window placements to sustainable materials, is thoughtfully chosen, making RaeRae a symbol of innovative, sustainable living.

About RaeRae House
RaeRae House: A Fusion of Heritage and Modernity
RaeRae stands as a unique inner-city family home, skillfully integrating two pre-existing terrace houses. A striking glazed entry, nestled between the heritage buildings, unites them. This entryway serves as a portal to a new architectural experience, remarkable in its use of light and space. Design Philosophy: Logic Meets Aesthetics
RaeRae’s exterior, reminiscent of a German sports car, combines unconventional beauty with logical design. Though appearing whimsical at first, the home’s foundation rests on logic and rationality. The roof, shaped like an architectural mountain range, is thoughtfully designed. It varies in height to reduce overshadowing and visual bulk, a strategy only apparent from above.
Sustainable Materiality and Structural Innovation
The home adheres to a principle of rational material use. Brickwork forms the base, never raised, ensuring structural...