On Home Ground is a design studio focused on how we create and experience our most precious spaces – our homes. We continually refine our understanding of what a healthy, functional, sustainable home can be, sharing our expertise to simplify the process and bridge the gap between vision and reality.
We believe every home should be intentional and every design to be considered.
We know that good design doesn’t have to cost the earth, or be out of reach financially. Through thoughtful, evidence-informed design, we build communities, test and refine ideas, and create eco-effective solutions that reflect the values of the families we work with.
On Home Ground holds strong values that guide our work each and every day.
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Each of these values align with the projects we create and the people we work with. We invest our time and energy in the concept and design of your home to make a difference. We want to help you live your best life in a healthy home that supports your wellbeing and that of our environment. We are always eager to learn new ways of being sustainable.
Growing up in the Hunter Valley, NSW, Natalie was always drawn to creating spaces. She studied architecture at the University of Newcastle, learning from some of Australia’s most respected architects, where designing in response to the environment was central.
Now based on Wonnarua Country, Natalie leads On Home Ground, offering architectural services and education through a regional lens. Designing spaces that are practical, grounded, and deeply connected to community, Natalie is continually evolving in her practice—curious, collaborative, and always learning from the people and places she works with.
