LocalArchitect South Coast

07/04/2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our Founding Director, Wesley Hindmarch, over the Easter weekend, following a long illness.

Wesley was a mentor, a leader, and a dear friend. He was deeply committed to regional architecture and believed that good design should be for everyone.

He worked tirelessly to support regional practitioners, building strong relationships with local councils and advocating for architects to work within their own communities. He also formed meaningful relationships with Indigenous groups, ensuring their voices were respected in the places we help shape.

Wesley’s contribution to architecture was significant, with award-winning work across residential and community projects. Most notably, the Artie Smith Oval development—his greatest achievement—reflects his commitment to community, place, and thoughtful design.

His influence on our practice is profound, and the values he established will continue to guide everything we do.

We are heartbroken and will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

— Renee McGuinn
Managing Director
LocalArchitect South Coast

25/02/2026

Maria’s house Archive2010 … visual art and architecture.

18/02/2026

Thrilled to see the Sheep Chute House receive the Commendation for Sustainable Build in the nsw Institute of Architecture Regional Awards this week. It’s our 4th for builds here in Kangaroo Valley and 5th for the Shoalhaven. Woo hoo!


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06/02/2026

Brickwork on the rise in conversation with the escarpment and pop up roof profiles. …..

01/02/2026

The muted tones of a rainy day……
I’ve always considered architecture as layers of project over project each informing each other.and more recently connecting to drawing.
Rarely do projects do borrow from each other so intentionally the campfires on the ridge houses

The chutes now projecting campfires……

05/01/2026

is delighted to be a contributor to FIELD publication. Look out for a copy at your local regional architects. Copies available for purchase at website. Checkout their 🔗 for details.

04/01/2026

Kangaroo paws and stringy bark forest. The Sheep chute house……an abstract form framing nature

28/12/2025

We were lucky enough to have the widely recognised and renowned Steven the mid century model at our portico shoot today. 😜
A special treat for the crowd in attendance.

13/12/2025

The classic portico under construction. Getting out of the rain in the building threshold.
The house design underestimated the far reaching fingers of wind driven southerly rain.

10/12/2025

Watamolla update with drone shots from Micheal Bligh. Love the roof simplicity against the existing roof.
The simple forms of the new breakout living spaces offering new views and space to reflect and enjoy the rural setting.

09/12/2025

Enjoying the sheep chute yellow rafters of our neighbouring design and the sketch against the surrounding escarpment and foreground house. An experiment in creating connections in the built environment to a rural context

07/12/2025

Before and after shots of our worrigee street Nowra mid century renovation. Thanks to our amazing clients who’s passion for detail ensured the project stayed true to the original building.
Also design interior design.

A long path for the clients now concluding