Two architects undertake contrasting renovations to their own homes, with each outcome serving a different purpose. According to multiple reports, one architect’s inner-city house is transformed into a widely recognised visual backdrop, becoming a popular setting for selfies. The changes emphasize the home’s street-level appearance and photographic appeal, turning the residence into a point of interest beyond its original domestic role. The other architect’s project focuses on creating a private coastal retreat. That renovation prioritizes seclusion and a relaxed living environment, reshaping the home to better suit its seaside location and to provide more privacy for occupants. While the two stories differ in context and intended audience—one attracting public attention through its look, the other seeking quiet seclusion—the coverage presents both renovations as personal, architect-led redesigns. Across outlets, the common thread is that the houses’ transformations reflect distinct goals: making one home an easily identifiable inner-city “photo” location, and reworking the other into a secluded coastal residence.