When Melbourne-based firm Merrylees Architecture was tasked with giving on old Victorian home a modern makeover, they wanted to retain the home’s original features as much as possible. After stripping layers and layers of exterior paint off the home, the architects discovered that the original red bricks underneath were in excellent condition, leading the way for the Unbricked House’s rebirth, which included a number of restored and new materials. When the homeowners of the 2,637 -square-foot home first contacted the architects, they requested that their beloved Victorian home be restored, but with a focus on maintaining the home’s charming character.