At Starbox Architecture,
We take you on a collaborative journey, testing ideas and strategies to create a beautiful and detailed solution that meets your brief.
We are a multi-disciplinary practice that has delivered numerous projects of varying diversity, scale and complexity.
We focus on sustainability with awards in design and solar principles.
That means we create spaces that promote social interaction, engagement + connection.
we humanise spaces.
Attainable luxury and sustainability
Our industry awards
NATIONAL AWARD WINNER
BEST USE OF GLASS & GLAZING: RESIDENTIAL
2019
The Australian Glass and Window Association name “The View” the National Award Winner for the best use of glass and glazing in 2019.
Architect: StarBox Architecture
Builder: Beardwood Pty Ltd
Glazier: GP Glass
BEST RENOVATION OVER $650K
"THE BANDIT"
2020
Masterbuilders Tasmania awarded our project “The Bandit” the best renovation under $650k in 2020. Congratulations JPO Building Contractors for mastering excellence in this fantastic renovation.
GLASS AND WINDOW AWARD WINNER
"THE CHAR HOUSE"
2022
Australian Glass and Window Association awarded “The Char House” project the best use of glass in windows and doors over $80k.
Architect: StarBox Architecture
Builder: Beardwood Pty Ltd
Glazier: GP Glass
"THE BEACH SHACK"
WAS FEATURED IN ARCHITECTURE AU
2022
“The Beach Shack” was featured in Architecture AU by Australian Concrete for sustainability highlighting passive solar principles, including the use of an exposed polished concrete floor slab to regulate the internal temperatures and reduce energy costs.
poorly designed spaces?
Inefficient use of space and energy, resulting in higher utility bills and maintenance costs.
Cheap materials and construction techniques can reduce
the lifespan of a building, leading to more frequent repairs
and renovations.
Pre-designed homes may not meet your specific needs, leading to a lack of functionality, comfort, and resale value.
Living in a space that doesn't meet your needs can have a negative impact on your mental and emotional well-being.
According to ArchiTeam research, after 10 years, the median home price of homeowners who employed an architect was $256,000 higher than those who didn't.
Focus on Sustainability
“The Beach Shack” was featured in Architecture AU by Australian Concrete for sustainability highlighting passive solar principles, including the use of an exposed polished concrete floor slab to regulate the internal temperatures and reduce energy costs.
At our architecture firm, we prioritise sustainable design solutions that not only benefit the environment, but also provide long-term financial benefits for our clients.
By integrating energy-efficient features, utilising eco-friendly materials, and optimising site orientation, we create buildings that are not only environmentally responsible, but also reduce operating costs over time.
We prioritise functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics to create a spaces that function efficiently, save money, and increase in value over time.
What is the true cost of
We focus on spaces individually, collectively and how we experience spatial sequences.
We take you on a collaborative journey to create a beautiful solution that meets your brief.
Our design values
Every project is unique. Each requires a different approach when it comes to how a project should be considered, designed and managed. Trust us to deliver a bespoke design that is truly tailored to you.
Our team of experienced architects works closely with you to understand your vision, goals, and budget and then customise our designs to meet your specific requirements. With a focus on attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship, we strive to create spaces that not only meet your functional needs but also reflect your individual style and personality.
Tailored
Collaborative
Our architects bring their knowledge, skills, and creativity to the table, while our clients provide their valuable input and feedback. This collaborative approach ensures that we create designs that are not only functional and visually stunning but also meet our clients' specific needs and preferences. At our architectural company, we believe that collaboration is the key to delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations.
Our team of creative architects combines innovative thinking with practical experience to deliver solutions that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. We understand that design is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and we take the time to analyse each project in detail, taking into account the unique context and requirements of the site.
Dynamic
Let us help you create a space that meets your unique needs and reflects your personality.
Explore our projects
CONTOUR HOUSE
Materials
Grampian 'Sand'
Sandstone cladding
from SAI Stone.
Blackbutt timber cladding from Mortlock Timber.
White polished concrete.
Challenges & Solutions
Due to the large size of the corner block but close proximity to the road, it was important to provide physical and acoustic separation while still ensuring a visual connection to the expansive and useable yard space. The house was sited along a contour that snaked through the middle of the site. This allowed the structure to work with the site's slope, maximise the outlook to the yard and treeline beyond and was orientated north to draw in much needed sunlight throughout the day.
SCROLL
THE VIEW
Materials
Austral homestead bricks.
Scyon Linea weatherboard. Colorbond Trimdek.
UPVC windows.
Easycraft VJ lining.
Stuv double-sided fireplace.
Tesrol joinery panels. Caesarstone benchtops.
Challenges & Solutions
The whole house was renovated to provide better flow and connection to the spaces within, while engaging with the external gardens and landscape. The style did reflect a more traditional approach with an English twist, having a black and white colour palette, painted brick, gable ends and glazing bars to the UPVC windows. The crowning jewel of the project, that instigated the renovation, is the 'room of reasoning' - a dark and moody room dedicated to separation and reflection.
THE BENCHTOP HOUSE
THE ENGLISH
Materials
Quantum Quartz cladding.
Colorbond Longline.
James Hardie Easylap.
Spotted Gum soffit and decking.
Challenges & Solutions
The site posed a challenge being quite steep and in a bushfire prone area. The decision was to work with the site and tier down the slope, which created separation of public and private zones, as well as provide views from all rooms to the Tamar River beyond. Another challenge was designing the facades using cladding that had been pre-purchased. This cladding was man-made quartz that was suitable for external applications as well as benchtops.
Materials
Curved glass window.
Steel substructure.
Challenges & Solutions
Though facing east had a magnificent view of the ocean, the existing deck area was insufficient and became shaded over the course of the day. Because the existing substructure of the deck was steel, it became useful to cantilever sections of new steel to enlarge the floor space. The addition of glass as the only external material accentuated and enhanced the view. The crowning detail was the curved corner glass that created a dynamic shape and a seamless view. With an operable roof that enclosed the space yet allowed sun penetration and ceiling mounted heaters, the space became an all-season space.
Client Testimonial
"We decided to build our dream house according to our requirements . We are delighted with what Starbox Architecture have done for us. We had many challenges eg. getting the products and managing the cost during the covid crisis period.
Their responses to my queries were so prompt.
They would not hesitate to come and check the products with us, sometimes spend Saturdays in the office discussing certain issues.
We are very happy with the final outcome. The ultimate product is not second to anything. Thanks Starbox Architecture.”
T Herath - Owner, THE CHAR HOUSE
Client Testimonial
“Trying to fit everything we wanted on a small residential allotment was challenging. Starbox worked proactively to discover solutions to comply with planning and building regulations while consecutively ticking off the must-haves in our current lifestyle. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome we achieved in partnership on this journey.”
L Stott - Owner, THE STOREHOUSE
Why work with us
At Starbox Architecture, we prioritise functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics in our design solutions to create spaces that function efficiently, save money, and increase in value over time. Let us help you create a space that meets your unique needs and reflects your personality.
Over 350
Projects completed
13 years
Experience in the architectural industry
Focus on sustainability
We are conscious of passive environmentally sustainable design principles
Meet your lead architect
Founder, Director and Lead Architect at Starbox Architecture Devonport
Qualified expertise in Environmental Design and Architecture
+ Technology and Product Design
13 years of experience in the Architectural Industry
Jaron Coward - DIRECTOR
Founder, Director and Lead Architect at Starbox Architecture Devonport
Qualified expertise in Environmental Design and Architecture + Technology and Product Design
13 years of experience in the
Architectural Industry
Meet your lead architect
Book a free design scope consult and let us help you create a space that meets your unique needs and reflects your personality.
A+ Member
The Australian Institute of Architects
Australian-owned
We travel across Australia to design and develop breathtaking homes
Multi
award-winning
We are proud to have received awards from Master Builders Tasmania and Australian Glass & Window Association
Client Testimonial
“We engaged Starbox Architecture to help with a major renovation of our family home. Being from the UK and having rather eccentric tastes we were looking for someone who would help work with us and our ideas.
They far exceeded our expectations and came up with a plan that was better than we could have hoped for incorporating a modern feel but with character, and being sympathetic to our taste.
A huge bonus from working with Starbox Architecture was having Jaron as our project manager. He kept all the minor annoyances and irritations of a renovation project off our plate, leaving us the time and space to make the major decisions.
Always available and contactable he was a pleasure to work with, and would recommend to anyone.”
Greg and Holly - Owner, THE ENGLISH
Client Testimonial
"We undertook a residential development with Starbox Architecture in 2017. Whilst the original concept met our design brief we needed to undertake some budgetary compromises to achieve our costing objectives. Starbox Architecture worked both professionally and cooperatively with us to deliver a great outcome and a home that met our expectations."
G Lynd - Owner, THE SHARD
DAN WALKER
TECHNICIAN
TONI COWARD
ACCOUNTS
ARIEL PEARSE
ADMINISTRATION
QI HUANG
GRADUATE
WENDY HUO
GRADUATE
PAUL SCICLUNA
PROJECT MANAGER
SPENSER COWARD
senior designer
Meet the team
About us
At Starbox Architecture - we humanise spaces. We are driven by the brief, site location, local elements and human value. We believe that working collaboratively alongside clients and consultants with effective communication ensures that the brief is ultimately addressed and realised. Our designs are individual, site specific and client-driven with character, purpose and individuality that are intimately connected to the client.
We respond to the context of the site dynamically in a relevant and appropriate manner to create a built form that is physically beautiful and enriches the lives of its occupants pragmatically and aesthetically. We are always conscious of passive environmentally sustainable design principles which include consideration of the material palette and the manner in which the building elements are connected to the surrounding environment. We are a multi-disciplinary practice that has delivered many projects of varying diversity, scale and complexity and has proven capability in both design and delivery.
Every project is unique. Each requires a different approach when it comes to how a project should be considered, designed and managed.
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"We undertook a residential development with Starbox Architecture in 2017. Whilst the original concept met our design brief we needed to undertake some budgetary compromises to achieve our costing objectives. Starbox Architecture worked both professionally and cooperatively with us to deliver a great outcome and a home that met our expectations."
Inefficient use of space and energy, resulting in higher utility bills and maintenance costs.
Cheap materials and construction techniques can reduce the lifespan of a building, leading to more frequent repairs and renovations.
Pre-designed homes may not meet your specific needs, leading to a lack of functionality, comfort, and resale value.
Living in a space that doesn't meet your needs can have a negative impact on your mental and emotional well-being.
According to ArchiTeam research, after 10 years, the median home price of homeowners who employed an architect was $256,000 higher than those who didn't.
That means we create spaces that promote
social interaction, engagement + connection.
"We decided to build our dream house according to our requirements . We are delighted with what Starbox Architecture have done for us. We had many challenges eg. getting the products and managing the cost during the covid crisis period.
Their responses to my queries were so prompt.
They would not hesitate to come and check the products with us, sometimes spend Saturdays in the office discussing certain issues.
We are very happy with the final outcome. The ultimate product is not second to anything.
Thanks Starbox Architecture.”
Let us help you create a space that meets your unique needs and reflects your personality.
The goal of the design scope consult is to establish a shared understanding of the project's goals, constraints, and design approach, and to create a roadmap for moving forward with the project.
What's involved?
Introductions: The meeting begins with introductions of all parties involved, including the client and the architectural team.
Project Background: The client presents a brief overview of the project and its purpose, including the project goals, budget, timeline, and any relevant constraint.
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Download our Project Portfolio to see 6 of our latest home builds
We take you on a collaborative journey, testing ideas and strategies to create a beautiful and detailed solution that meets your brief.
We are a multi-disciplinary practice that has delivered numerous projects of varying diversity, scale and complexity.
We focus on sustainability with awards in design and solar principles.
Based in Victoria - we travel across Australia to design and develop breathtaking homes.
Download our Project Portfolio to see 6 of our latest home builds
What's inside our Project Portfolio?
Hear first-hand from happy home owners who have trusted us to deliver them their dream homes plus learn more about our approach to residential design and our passion for sustainability.
Download the brochure to learn more about these 6 residential projects:
Our Project Portfolio is packed with images from
6 of our most recent and favourite home builds.
The English (Renovation)
The Storehouse (New Build)
The Char House (New Build)
The Benchtop House (New Build)
The Beach Shack (New Build)
The Boulevard (Renovation)
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Download our Project Portfolio to see 6 of our latest home builds
Download our Project Portfolio to see 6 of our latest home builds
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Download our Project Portfolio to see 6 of our latest home builds inlcuding
What's inside our Project Portfolio?
Our Project Portfolio packed with images from
6 of our most recent and favourite home builds.
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Our locations
Phone: 03 6424 7736
Based Victoria - we travel across Australia to design & develop breathtaking homes.
Level 1, 21 Best Street Devonport TAS 7310
Level 3, 85 Macquarie Street Hobart TAS 7000
435 Nepean Hwy Frankston VIC 3199