RMR Architects

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Melbourne Architects Passionate About Creating Beautiful Homes

We specialise in residential-scale work and undertake projects that range from extensions and renovations to new homes and multi-unit developments. We believe that good design should bring to life the ideas and aspirations of clients, maximise the potential of sites, enhance and add to the characteristics of existing structures and environs, be economical and environmentally sustainable. We are passionate about bringing these principles to bear on every one of our projects. Our process emphasises close engagement with our clients in order to understand their needs and ideas, to distil them and use them to develop a truly satisfying design. It is based on the notion that a good design must in some way reflect the client’s own aspirations, philosophy and lifestyle. Our process encapsulates the notion that service delivery must be thorough to provide for successful outcomes. From the earliest stages we familiarise with and understand the site, its context, its constraints and potential in terms of orientation, direction of views, topography, neighbouring properties etc. Our process involves a commitment to applying practical and environmentally sustainable design principals that respond creatively to spatial planning, building controls, planning guidelines and client budget.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Accessible Design, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Bathroom Design, Building Design, Custom Home, Deck Design, Dining Room Design, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Green Building, Heritage Building Conservation, Home Additions, Home Renovating, Home Restoration, House Plans, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Space Planning, Staircase Design, Sustainable Design, Tiny House Construction, Custom Homes, Home Extensions, Home Renovation, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Renovating, Landscape Plans, Town Planning Services, Colour Schemes

Areas Served

Macleod, Heidelberg, Rosanna, Ivanhoe East, Eaglemont, Ivanhoe, Preston, Coburg, Watsonia, Reservoir, Northcote, Thornbury, Alphington, Eltham, Warrandyte, Kew, Balwyn, Diamond Creek, Bulleen, Hawthorn, Saint Kilda, Camberwell, Deepdene, Fitzroy, Darebin, Port Melbourne, Templestowe Lower, Templestowe, Richmond, Williams Town, Alphington, Carlton North, Carlton, Thornbury, Greensborough, Doncaster, Collingwood

Awards

Architeam Award 2014 - Commendation, Magnolia House Archicentre Design Awards 2009 - Best Renovation Charles Street House

Professional Information

RMR Architects is registered with the Architects Registration of Victoria (ARBV) in accordance with the Architects Act. ARBV Registration Number 15371 RMR Architects Contact Information: Tel +61 3 94594148 Email: renuka@rmrarchitects.com

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Coburg, VIC

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16 Reviews for RMR Architects

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Jo Wilkinson

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RMR architects teamed with our builder for a full refit and design of our three level townhouse. From the first concept meetings through to final completion we felt confident that every small detail had been carefully considered and followed through with. The process was so easy clear and efficient for us. RMR architects supported and guided us through every step of the way, from paperwork through to choosing fittings and fixtures. Having a close working relationship between our builder and architect meant that our visions and ideas for our renovation were easily realised. The contracts were detailed and explained thoroughly to us and we were given realistic timeframes. Our renovation project was completed within the given timeframe despite all of the Covid closures. We are so delighted with our fresh new house. It is everything we were hoping it would be.

May 2, 2022

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Jo,
Thanks so much for a great review! We appreciate it very much. You and David were such wonderful clients to work with and we enjoyed working with you through the whole process. I'm so very pleased to hear you are happy with the final outcome and hope you continue to enjoy your home for many, many years.
Warm regards,
Renuka

Brooke C

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We engaged with Renuka to gain advice and knowledge for a recent purchase we were hoping to transform and renovate. Her ideas, expertise and attention to detail were incredibly impressive. Renuka’s ability to listen to our thoughts and vision was comforting and she was able to take those ideas and offer a different perspective or solution. She is incredibly talented and thinks outside the box, providing ideas and tips (both simple and grand) that we wouldn’t have ever thought of. Our concerns around storage, opening up spaces and room layout were solved and she made us both feel refreshed, reassured and excited for the transformation ahead. We would highly recommend and would happily reach out to Renuka again in the future. Thank you!

October 19, 2021

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Brooke,
Thanks so much for your very kind words. It is truly appreciated.
You have a bought a house with lots of potential and I look forward to seeing the completed outcome.
Best regards,
Renuka

Agnez

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We sought Renukas’s help to prepare the Concept Design for internal renovations we are looking to do for our 80’s built home. We liked how she has taken the time to listen to our requirements, inquired about how we lived and made practical recommendations to improve the livebility of our home, the energy efficiency and sustainability as well. We liked how she recommended changes that would improve the natural light, maximizes the orientation for passive design while making suggestions to minimize the renovation cost. She is very experienced and was very professional in her approach.

October 16, 2021

Comment from RMR Architects:

HI Agnez,
Thanks very much for your kind words, I really appreciate it.
It was lovely working with you and Jun.

Best regards,
Renuka

Brendan Cullen

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I highly recommend RMR Architects. Renuka has designed the renovation on two projects in our family home. She has taken time to understand our needs and then integrate our requirements into the design. Her work has great attention to detail. Renuka also managed the building process for us, including finding builders, contracting and regular inspections – which gave us confidence that the work was completed to a high standard and made the whole job run smoothly.

December 30, 2020

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Brendan,
Thanks so much for your kind words. It much appreciated!
Kind regards,
Renuka

ulmus

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I highly recommend RMR Architects. As an interior designer, I have collaborated with Renuka on several commercial and residential projects, with complex requirements. I was very impressed with her innovative solutions. Renuka is a very knowledgeable architect, meticulous in her attention to detail, with a great capacity for managing complex projects. It was a pleasure to work with RMR Architects.

December 28, 2020

lia_maiorino

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We engaged Renuka Rodrigo from RMR Architects to develop a Concept Plan for our existing home, garden and garage addition. Our children are now young adults and we wanted to update our home to meet our changing family situation. Renuka guided and prompted us to think of both our current and future needs. She patiently spent time asking and listening about how we live, in order to come up with a solution that was focused around us. We found Renuka to be as enthusiastic and excited about our project as are we and the Concept Plan meets our design goals as well as embraces aspects of our existing home and garden which we didn’t fully appreciate. We look forward to working with Renuka on the next step of our project.

December 21, 2020

Comment from RMR Architects:

Thanks Lia for your kind words. It's been a pleasure working with you. We are excited about the next stages of the project, which promise to be very interesting!
Warm regards,
Renuka

Martine De Fazio

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I have always loved my house but now I love living in my home! RMR Architects from the start took into account my individual needs in terms of how I wanted to use the space; from space to host family dinners, unique storage solutions inside & out and a way to engage with the garden. Renuka was fantastic to work with.She patiently walked me through how I liked to live in the house before embarking on any plans, this continued throughout the build. The way Renuka and the builder worked together gave me confidence that all aspects of the plan would work. I really enjoyed the experience of working with RMR Architects. I always felt part of rhe experience not a spectator. I would recommend Renuka and have on a number of occasions already.

December 13, 2020

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Martine, Thanks so much for your lovely review. It gives me great pleasure to know you are enjoying living in your home. This is our ultimate aim as architects - to improve well-being and delight. The photos are nearly ready!
Warm regards,
Renuka

Angelo

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We engaged Renuka of RMR Architects to renovate our house some years ago. She listened to our brief with care and came up with a different approach that we had not thought about. Our small 2 bed roomed weatherboard house was retained with a few alterations and a substantial new extension was added. With this design the house could be used as one large house or two connected independent units. This has allowed us to stay in our family home as we aged, but always with companionship. Initially with our adult children, then university aged grandchildren and others. Later, we engaged Renuka to renovate our bathroom which refreshed the look and also provided enhanced accessibility features. We love our home and we are very happy with the renovation and addition that has served us so well over the years. We have no hesitation in recommending RMR Architects.

February 10, 2020

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Angelo,
It gives me great pleasure to see you and your family enjoying your family home. I'm delighted to see it working as it was intended over the years. Thank you for your review. I appreciate it very much.
Warm regards,
Renuka

Monica Mercieca

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Hi i have engaged RMR architects to design and assist individuals who have been challenged and need to modify their surroundings as they get older or dealing with disabilities. The care and attention to detail was exceptional and very pleasant to deal with and with no hestiation i would recommend Renuka's work.

February 7, 2020

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Monica,
Thanks so much for you very kind review. It is much appreciated!
Warm regards,
Renuka

Tony Franza

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We highly recommend RMR Architects, we chose them to help us with ideas for a renovation, we found them very helpful and professional, gave them the go ahead with the process They recommended builders, and throughout the project Renuka was on top of everything. Her presence was so, that the builders were nervous upon her onsite meetings. She was there through out the project, making sure builders did the work to required standards and our satisfaction. Interior she gave us ideas with paint, tile colour and flooring as well as stockists which made the process effortlessly for me. I highly recommend her. Their professionalism and expertise was invaluable to us

September 24, 2019

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Tony,
Thanks so much for your recommendation! I was amused by your comments on the builder. Carmel and you were such lovely clients to work with.
Cheers,
Renuka

James Bundey

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We first approached RMR to help us with conceptualising a second storey home extension and extending our downstairs living area. Renuka was able to provide some amazing ideas and concepts, that really helped us to understand what we could achieve and ultimately visualise how the finished renovation would look. We contracted RMR to complete the final designs, help us find a builder and manage the project to completion. We were extremely happy with how the project went and found it really valuable to have someone you could trust to work on your behalf with the builder and simplify the many decisions you need to make. I have been extremely happy with the renovation and would recommend RMR to anyone looking to renovate their property. Renuka did an amazing job with the design and the extension really complements the original design. A lot of thought was put into the small details of the design, which has really helped to make it look natural. We love the final results.

September 19, 2019Last modified:September 19, 2019

Comment from RMR Architects:

Thanks for your lovely review James, it is much appreciated!
It is interesting to see how the small ground floor extension really improved the integration of your kitchen and dining area to the outdoor deck.
It was great to working you and Claire and it gives me great pleasure to see you enjoying your home.

Warm regards,
Renuka

Snezna Schmidt

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Renuka is a talented and creative architect. Her design perfectly combines my vision of a warehouse renovation with the practical needs of a modern residence and the constraints and limitations of the existing building. I found Renuka very friendly and easy to work with. She always listened to my ideas and provided advice or alternatives when needed. She took time to explain the process and she supported and guided me through each step. She was flexible and accomodating of my needs and made evetything very easy for me. Renuka is very familiar with the local regulations and provided valuable advice and recommendations. I was impressed with Renuka's careful, detailed and professional work and I would happily recommend her to others.

April 17, 2019

Comment from RMR Architects:

Hi Snezna,
Thanks so much for your kind words. It is always heartening to know your expectations have been met. It was a real pleasure to work with you and I look froward to seeing the completed result!

Nadhira Perera

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My partner and I approached Renuka to help design our first home. Her attention to detail, maximising usable space and providing a very modern feel was more than we could have asked for. In addition, constant communication in relation to alternate suggestions, to what we had originally asked for, was a real pleasure - as we had never thought of such options. Renuka’s professionalism throughout the entire journey was exceptional, which made it a lot more enjoyable to us. She is extremely passionate about what she does and how she does it, which is reflected in all her work. We cannot recommend Renuka and her team highly enough. We will definitely knock on her door for our second build!

June 20, 2018Last modified:June 20, 2018

Comment from RMR Architects:

Thanks Nadhira for your lovely words. it is very kind of you. It was a pleasure to work with you both and I would be delighted to help out in the future.
All the best, Renuka

Nadia Marine

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I had heard may negative stories regards renovating, but found none of them to be true whilst using RMR Architects for the renovation of our 1926 Californian Bungalow. Renuka listened to what I wanted for the home and delivered a design that exceeded our expectations. Innovative solutions to awkward spaces ensure our home flows seamlessly and is as practical as it is beautiful, with the inclusion of architectural details that make our home unique and interesting. Her great rapport with the builder ensured that the speedy resolution of any problems were conducted with a high quality outcome always a priority. We love the results and are thrilled that her design for this home was commended in the 2014 Architeam Awards.

June 20, 2017

Naren Rajasingam

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My wife and I had immense difficulty in trying to work out how our renovated home should look like. After some years of going around in circles on our own, we engaged Renuka as our architect and landed the problem in her lap! Renuka spent a few days looking at our specific needs and aspirations and then challenged us to imagine what our dream home would look like. We have her quite a list of requirements and a few weeks later she presented us with an amazing design for our dream home! Now having lived in that dream home, 15 years on, I am happy to say that we still come home after work and have a smile on our face when we walk in. That wow factor is still there! This amazing architect has transformed what we saw as impossible and competing requirements into a beautiful and much loved home.

June 18, 2017

Emma Cross Photographer

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I have photographed a couple of projects by RMR Architects and have found Renuka to be a thoughtful architect who not only addresses the need of her clients but provides them with a house design that is elegant and very liveable.

June 8, 2017

Comment from RMR Architects:

Thanks for the review Emma, look forward to collaborating in the future.

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Commented: Supplier of the door?Hi, We specified Rylock powder coated aluminium door and the window frames for the bathroom. The door incorporated a frameless shugg window. Good luck with you project! Cheers, Renuka

August 6, 2021

Commented: wood floors type and finishHi, We used select grade tongue and grooved Iron Bark flooring. The boards were secret nailed. It was not reclaimed wood. The finish we used at the time was a Cabot’s CFP oil based polyurethane coatin...

November 22, 2017

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