
The existing residence
was an Edwardian weatherboard home, built in 1908, which was in need of a
face lift, but structurally sound.
The four front rooms of the original house were retained and ‘recovered’
in appropriate period style with the rear lean-to addition demolished. The
brief was to maximise natural light into the house, and link the new living
area to the relatively small courtyard garden. This was achieved by creating
a diamond shaped dining area with wall to ceiling
glazing to all possible walls.
The client, who a had a passion for light and space, wanted something with
flair, to give the home a soul by retaining the original features of the existing
rooms.
The result is a merge between old world charm and contemporary modern design.
