Projects

Toorak Gardens Project

Interiors: AFD Studio
Builder: Summerton Homes
Architect: D’Andrea Architects
Photographer: Kate Bowman
Stylist: Rachel Leppinus

Fergusson Square, Toorak Gardens is one of South Australia’s most distinguished addresses. This character residence has been thoughtfully reimagined through a highly collaborative process with our clients and builder, Steve and Stacey Summerton. Every intervention was approached with limitation and respect for the home's heritage, ensuring each detail was meticulously considered.

Henley Beach Project

Interiors: AFD Studio
Builder: Neu Built
Architect: Clements Architecture

Together, we were given the opportunity to curate a home that reflects the personality and lifestyle of our clients. Every design decision was guided by thoughtful planning; how each space would be lived in and enjoyed by a growing family of five. It's not often we have the privilege of working on a complete architecturally designed new build, and projects like this are only possible through the collective expertise of an exceptional team. While the term high end is often overused, this home has genuine craftsmanship. The level of detail and care invested by every consultant and tradesperson is evident in every corner.

College Park Project

Interior Design: AFD Studio
Stylist: Rachel Leppinus
Photography: Jack Fenby

When we were first introduced to the project, we knew the house needed to be a crafted with a blend of minimalism that honours the integrity of this early 1900 home.

Heritage homes tend to lack natural light and it was imperative for us to introduce as much light as we could.

Several small orange fruits, possibly tangerines or kumquats, on a light-colored surface with a crumpled silver wrapper containing more of the fruits.

A modern, minimalist hallway with light wood flooring, white walls, black-framed glass doors, and a decorative wooden sculpture with a round object on top.

Modern kitchen with beige countertops, white cabinets, a stainless steel faucet above a small sink, and decorative vases on the counter.

A tall, black, metal-framed mirror with multiple panes leaning against a white wall in a room with wooden flooring. Behind the mirror, a dark painting with yellow and purple accents is partially visible. Nearby, there is a small, orange, spherical sc

Modern, minimalist interior with light-colored walls, a ceiling skylight, and artwork on two small tables. A doorway leads to a bathroom with a marble countertop and an oval mirror.

A bathroom vanity with a marble countertop and a small brown vase, beside a window with marble framing and a view of a backyard.

Looking up at the corner of modern building with textured beige tiles, a curved white tiled wall, and a clear blue sky.

Modern bathroom with a marble vanity, oval mirror, two spherical wall lights, and a small blue vase on the counter.

Beaumont Project

Interior Design: AFD Studio
Architect: Arc Two Architects
Builder: Milne Projects
Photographer: Sam Noonan

There is a quiet delicacy to Beaumont House. Designed for a young family, the raw honesty of its materiality, paired with a considered play on form and scale, was fundamental to the outcome.

Minimalist staircase with wooden steps and white metal railing in a modern interior.

Modern kitchen with a large marble island, three wooden stools, built-in appliances, and minimalist decor.

Modern white house with large glass windows, green lawn, and landscaped plants and trees.

A modern bathroom vanity with a wooden cabinet and a gray marble countertop, mirrored cabinet, a small vase with a plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Modern indoor living room with a white brick fireplace, glass sliding doors, and a minimalist design.

A minimalist bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedsheets, and pillows. A small wooden nightstand with a book titled 'RECLAIMED' and a white vase with a plant. Light curtains partially cover a window, and a white wall-mounted light fixture is abo

Eton House Project

Interior Design: AFD Studio
Architect: Proske Architecture
Builder: Morgan Build
Photographer: Brock B

We felt a strong need to push the boundaries of architecture, interior design and construction, recognising the influence that comes when all three disciplines align. Eton House is a true reflection of this integration.

Nestled within the leafy streets of Malvern, South Australia, the project is guided by thoughtful consideration, with every detail designed to extend beyond the expected.

Bedroom with a large bed, beige headboard, and pillows, open French doors revealing a small outdoor space with a pink and green shrub, beige curtains around the doors, and a white wall.

Living room with dark sofa, cream armchair, round coffee table with candles, large glass window showing outdoor patio with white dining table and chairs, and trees in the background.

Minimalist interior space with a textured wall, arched doorway, and a towel hanging on a horizontal bar.

A minimalist office with a wooden desk, a gray upholstered chair, a white armchair, and a framed picture of a lit-up building with the word 'CANYON' on it, along with a textured light gray rug and modern ceiling light fixture.

Modern kitchen with a large white marble island, wooden cabinets, and a small seating area. A brown dog sits on the floor in front of the island.

Modern interior with a beige plush chair and a wood-paneled wall near a large glass window.

A bedroom with a brown upholstered headboard, a white bedspread, and a pillow. To the left, there's a wooden bench with some magazines and a decorative item, and above it a hanging rod with four shirts in white, brown, and beige. There is a small lam

A minimalist interior space with wooden wall panels, a white marble counter, two brown glass cups, and two bar stools with rattan seats and black metal frames.

A minimalist bathroom with a large sheer curtain letting in natural light, a wall-mounted towel rack with a white towel, a marble double sink countertop with two sinks, and two black-framed mirrors.

Luma Project

Interior Design: AFD Studio
Photographer: JM Visuals

We were inspired by the East Coast, to bring a refined sense of this influence to Henley Beach, South Australia. A considered use of colour, layered materiality and seamless spatial flow creates a welcoming environment where visitors can settle in and enjoy a coffee.

Close-up of a green cushioned seat with white piping next to a white curved surface, possibly in a waiting area or train.

Gold 3D letters spelling 'LUMA' mounted on a white textured wall near a wooden archway.

A folding glass door with a wooden frame leading to a cafe or coffee shop interior, with a tiled countertop in the foreground.

A corner of a tiled structure with green and white checkered tiles, topped with a concrete slab, next to a white wall on a tile and concrete floor.

Close-up of a modern green and white bench with a curved white armrest, against a white wall.

A kitchen countertop with a gold faucet, several clear glasses, and a pink granite surface.

Exterior view of a house with a wall featuring a green and white checkered tile pattern, a stone bench with a white top, a series of large wooden window frames, and a door with an arched top.

Olive House Project

Interior Design: AFD Studio
Architect: Proske Architecture
Builder: Morgan Build
Photographer: Brock B Description:

The catalyst that pushed architecture, interior design and construction to a new space for South Australia. An exciting project that stands the test of time.

Minimalist shower area with small square tiles, a ceiling drain, and a skylight providing natural light.

Modern house with a swimming pool, wooden interior walls, and large glass windows showing the indoor living space.

A neatly made bedroom with a white bed, gray and white pillows, a wooden nightstand with a small lamp and flowers, and a framed black and white photo of a woman with flowers on her head hanging above the bed.

View of an elegant indoor hallway with white walls, wooden herringbone flooring, and arched doorways leading to exterior doors, seen through large glass windows with garden beds on either side.

Modern bathroom with beige tiled walls, white vanity with a vessel sink, a small bouquet of flowers, a mirror, a white toilet, and a frosted glass privacy screen near a window.

Indoor sitting area with a green armchair, small wooden side table with a glass and water bottle, large glass window with a view of a garden with trees and plants, and a vase of orange tulips on a table.

Empty hallway with white walls, wooden herringbone floor, and a framed black-and-white photograph of a car at the end.

Modern house interior with glass doors leading to backyard with swimming pool, outdoor plants, and trees.

A woman with dark hair sits on a vintage brown leather chair with metal armrests in front of a green background. She is wearing a white shirt, dark jeans, and white sneakers, with one hand resting on her face, looking directly at the camera.

Arty Kovacs
Director
Bach. Int. Architecture (Uni SA)
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My work is driven by a deep curiosity about how space influences behaviour and emotion, combining psychological insight with considered material and spatial decisions. Raised within strong New Zealand cultural foundations, I developed an early appreciation for discipline, connection and the environments that shape our daily lives. I approach every project with elasticity, clarity and a commitment to meaningful, continuing design.

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Bach. Int. Architecture (Uni SA)
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