Davis Architects

Davis Architects Davis Architects is a design based Architecture practice based in Byron Bay, Sydney, Gold Coast and

We undertake projects in Sydney, Gold Coast and Brisbane as well as the area around Byron Bay. We specialise in modern eco-conscious design that responds to the individual needs of our clients. To discover more about what we do please visit our website at :
www.davisarchitects.com.au

Occupying a tightly bounded site, the courtyard at Somerset Byron Bay has been designed as the heart of the home, creati...
07/06/2026

Occupying a tightly bounded site, the courtyard at Somerset Byron Bay has been designed as the heart of the home, creating a seamless connection between architecture, landscape and lifestyle. Oriented to capture northern sunlight and cooling easterly sea breezes, it enhances indoor-outdoor flow while maintaining a strong sense of privacy and retreat.

With direct access to the pool and entertaining areas, the courtyard establishes an effortless relationship between living, recreation and relaxation. Thoughtful planning, integrated landscaping and single-level circulation ensure the space is both highly functional and enjoyable throughout the year.

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The arrival sequence at Somerset Byron Bay has been carefully composed to create a sense of warmth, permanence and conne...
03/06/2026

The arrival sequence at Somerset Byron Bay has been carefully composed to create a sense of warmth, permanence and connection to place. Vertical timber batten detailing provides rhythm and texture to the façade, while a series of concrete steps gently transition visitors from the landscape into the home.

Anchoring the entry experience, a robust stone feature wall extends seamlessly from the exterior deep into the interior, dissolving the boundary between inside and out. Paired with polished concrete flooring, the material palette is both refined and grounded, establishing a strong architectural language that continues throughout the residence.

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The seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces is fundamental to our design approach. Living and sleeping ...
28/05/2026

The seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces is fundamental to our design approach. Living and sleeping zones are conceived as extensions of the landscape, where thresholds dissolve and architecture opens effortlessly to light, air, and garden. Outdoor rooms become carefully considered companions to the interiors — spaces that provide refuge, connection, and a heightened experience of dwelling within the natural environment.

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Within Tallowood, the bathroom design intent was for an immersive experience with nature — a space where the boundaries ...
24/05/2026

Within Tallowood, the bathroom design intent was for an immersive experience with nature — a space where the boundaries between architecture and landscape are intentionally blurred. Framed by glazing on three sides, the shower extends directly toward the surrounding melaleuca forest, creating the sensation of bathing within the forests' filtered light and native foliage. Soft green tiles reinforce this relationship to nature, whilst warm lighting, gold tapware and a sculptural bath introduce a subtle layer of refinement and understated luxury.

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The contrasting textures and tones of Kookaburra House, recently sold to new owners who also happen to be previous clien...
21/05/2026

The contrasting textures and tones of Kookaburra House, recently sold to new owners who also happen to be previous clients of Davis Architects! It was a pleasure to revisit this project and see it settling in so beautifully.

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At the heart of Tallowood, the kitchen was designed as a central communal space that anchors the home and supports an ef...
17/05/2026

At the heart of Tallowood, the kitchen was designed as a central communal space that anchors the home and supports an effortless flow of daily life. The island bench becomes a natural gathering point, seamlessly connecting the dining space to the outdoor entertaining areas and garden beyond.

A concealed butler’s pantry allows the functional workings of the kitchen to be suppressed, reinforcing the calm and minimal architectural expression of the space. Northern light enhances the warmth and tactility of the oak joinery and flooring, while the bold marble island, gold sink and tapware introduce richness and depth without overwhelming the restrained material palette.

We especially appreciate how this space demonstrates the valuable collaboration between , and ourselves — where architecture, craftsmanship and material choices unite to achieve a highly successful result.

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At Tallowood, the entertaining spaces were carefully orchestrated to transform a highly constrained site into a series o...
15/05/2026

At Tallowood, the entertaining spaces were carefully orchestrated to transform a highly constrained site into a series of calm, light-filled outdoor rooms. Bordered by neighbouring properties on two sides and a natural melaleuca landscape to the rear, the design responds with a layered approach to privacy, orientation and spatial openness.

The plunge pool and entertaining deck are positioned to capture northern light while maintaining a strong sense of seclusion and retreat. Carefully framed views, integrated landscaping and subtle shifts in level soften the boundaries of the site, allowing the spaces to feel expansive despite the compact footprint. The result is an outdoor environment that feels both connected to the coastal bushland setting and protected from its suburban context — a quiet balance of openness, intimacy and resort-style living.

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Tallowood Byron Bay is a home of gradual revelation. Its restrained and understated dark exterior conceals a rich spatia...
08/05/2026

Tallowood Byron Bay is a home of gradual revelation. Its restrained and understated dark exterior conceals a rich spatial experience within, where volume, light and materiality unfold progressively throughout the three-level design. Carefully curated natural materials ground the architecture within its coastal setting, complementing the raw beauty of the landscape while reinforcing a sense of warmth, permanence and calm.

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The experience of arrival should be carefully choreographed. Subtle changes in level, integration with landscape and a s...
07/05/2026

The experience of arrival should be carefully choreographed. Subtle changes in level, integration with landscape and a sense of restraint create a measured transition from exterior to interior. Concealment and understatement heighten the experience, allowing the architecture to gradually reveal itself.

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Job complete! Forming the back half of a two-lot subdivision in the heart of Byron Bay, Somerset embraces the essence o...
24/04/2026

Job complete! Forming the back half of a two-lot subdivision in the heart of Byron Bay, Somerset embraces the essence of life in a subtropical climate. The "L" shaped form of the house is simple and considered, with shapes and spaces positioned to maximise passive design and ease of indoor-outdoor living.

Congratulations to our wonderful client and all involved, we are thrilled to see Somerset come to life! 🥂🍾

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Landscape: Terra Gardens Byron Bay
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61 Centennial Cct #3
Byron Bay, NSW
2481

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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