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Latest issue of Sanctuary out now
I had the pleasure of visiting and writing about two Brisbane homes for the latest issue of Sanctuary magazine. One, on a bush block on the outskirts of Brisbane, is designed by architect Brian Steendijk with robust elegance to endure for its ageing owner and future generations. The other, designed by Maytree Studios is a home for a young family who wanted to engage more with their block. Maytree explored many solutions but arrived at a happy solution where the extension pushes through the origi…
June
04 2026 -
Monto Open Doors wins John Herbert Memorial Prize
From the National Trust - "Taking out the night’s highest honour – the prestigious John Herbert Memorial Award – was Emma Scragg, Architect for Monto Open Doors in the North Burnett region, around 200 kilometres west of Bundaberg, recognised for transforming local history into an engaging heritage experience, reconnecting communities with their past." This one day event took 6 months in the creating and many in-kind donated hours on the day and in providing services to help promote the event. T…
June
04 2026 -
New Sanctuary article - backyard studio issue
My latest Sanctuary story is out featuring an inspired, upcycled backyard home which is not only fully accessible but celebrates its established garden surroundings. It was a pleasure to write about Di's adaptable backyard studio dwelling for Sanctuary magazine. The visit to meet with owner Di, delighted current resident, Di's Dad, and designer and builder Davo Pauli of Jointbah. This fully accessible home made creative reuse of a former music studio and shed and makes the most of the establish…
March
05 2026 -
Emma Scragg is now an Architect GP
Being based in a relatively remote location (Monto, Central Queensland), Architect GP enables me to meet more potential clients online or on phone (or in person if within reach) and help them with: Pre-purchase home review Starting the home design/building process Developing a design brief and a way forward Review of plans by others This fresh way of looking at architectural engagement offers information-rich packages of architecture advice and design. Book a session online here - http…
January
21 2026