A woman sitting on a brown rug in a cozy living room, playing with a small dog. The room has a white wall, a black wood-burning stove with a tall pipe, a wooden sideboard with a large bouquet of dark red flowers, and a few books. There is a pillow on

Window and skylight over kitchen breakfast bar. Warm timber and white cabinets.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, and large windows overlooking a backyard with outdoor seating.

Outdoor patio with wooden table and bench, glass candle holder, and a black hanging lamp inside a house with sliding glass door and wooden trim. The patio has a partially constructed wooden roof with slats, casting shadows, and a view of houses and t

Modern white house with outdoor patio and swimming pool, patio furniture, and a glass railing between the house and patio.

Bright open-concept kitchen with large glass sliding doors leading to a patio, white cabinetry, a kitchen island with a plant, and three glass pendant lights hanging from ceiling.

Modern house with red brick exterior, large window, and visible wooden beams under a blue sky with some clouds.

Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a white marble backsplash with gray veining, wooden open shelves displaying decorative plates and bowls, and hardwood flooring.

A backyard with a small swimming pool, two white lounge chairs, and a glass fence. There are plants, shrubs, and a tall blue wooden fence surrounding the area, with trees in the background.

A modern indoor-outdoor living space with wooden deck flooring, large glass sliding doors, and a sunlit dining area with a dark wood table and chairs. The second story features large windows and white slatted panels, with partial skylights showing a

Modern two-story house with a brick lower level and wooden upper level, featuring large glass windows and geometric architectural design, under a clear blue sky.

Modern bathroom vanity with green cabinets, terrazzo bench top and brass taps.

Modern bedroom with cathedral ceiling, fan and timber window seat.

A modern house with dark siding, brick foundation, surrounded by green bushes and trees, under a clear blue sky.

Modern kitchen with green lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, a marble countertop, a wooden kitchen island, a brown bar stool, and a small window above the sink.

Architect based in Bayside, Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula

Clever, comfortable and sustainable architecture that enriches everyday living and beyond.

I craft beautiful, sustainable homes in Bayside, Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula that nurture and delight from the inside, outside and beyond..

Forever homes that evolve and endure with you

Wonderfully considered and cleverly designed, my projects begin by listening deeply to how you live and result in a home you’ll never want to leave, on a block that takes care of you forever.

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Hampton House

Hampton, Victoria
For this growing family, space was key. They saw the potential in an old California Bungalow and set out to rebuild it into a light-filled home their children could enjoy for years to come.
With the challenge of a south-facing block, an internal courtyard became the clever solution — capturing northern light and drawing it deep into the new living spaces. Open interiors now flow seamlessly to the backyard, creating a bright, welcoming home that blends family practicality with timeless comfort.

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Gable House

Sandringham, Victoria
Gable House is an Edwardian timber cottage transformed to bring light, flow and privacy to a once awkward layout. The clients didn’t need a bigger house, just one that worked better. Two new gabled roof forms lift the ceilings, while a reconfigured kitchen opens to the deck and backyard. A new skylight and east-facing window draws sunlight deep into the living space, creating a warm, efficient home that connects beautifully to its garden.

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Red Brick House

Sandringham, Victoria
In beachside Sandringham, a modest Post-war brick home has been given a thoughtful new life. Once burdened by an awkward 1980s addition, the sturdy red brick house has been carefully reworked and subtly extended to untangle its internal flow, bring in light and adapt it for contemporary family life.

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Art Deco House

Caulfield North
Art Deco House is a charming Inter-war brick and stucco residence located in the inner Melbourne suburb of Caulfield North. Originally comprising two small bedrooms, a cramped bathroom, tiny kitchen, and a deteriorating outdoor laundry, the home was in urgent need of renewal.

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architecture Melbourne by Sheri Haby Architects

design by Sheri Haby architectural firm Melbourne

Design for families, couples, downsizers and professionals

My clients are incredibly special people who value good design and the expertise an architect brings to the table. I work with families, couples, downsizers and professionals, starting with the same approach – curiosity, openness and plenty of questions about your aspirations and possibilities.

I have a special interest in older, mid-century design and extensions to heritage homes, and a passion for creating human-scale, site-specific architecture – in other words, homes that feel happy and content to be in.

I design:

Alterations & Additions
New homes
Renovations

Fix my older home

My approach

My love and respect for the landscape, environment and local context mean that I bring a holistic approach to each home I craft. My projects need little maintenance and are less expensive to run, ultimately serving you and the community you live in.

I’m known for my honest, collaborative and transparent approach with 20 years’ experience project managing large and small projects. I only take on a few projects at a time, bringing in trusted builders, consultants and other specialists at different points when needed. Together, your home is a close collaboration as we navigate each step, where I am committed to your best interests while advocating for good design.

READY TO COLLABORATE

"Sheri transformed our draughty, cramped house into a comfortable, energy-efficient home that exceeds our expectations. She got it right the first time!"

Felicia Williams
"Sheri's remarkable ability to translate client needs into thoughtful designs, balancing aesthetics with functionality, makes her an outstanding architect to work with."

Julianne Bull
"Through clever design and thoughtful collaboration, Sheri created the perfect family home that balances open living spaces with private retreats. We couldn't be happier with the result."

Andrew Sargent