Renovation of old houses is a popular practice in inner Melbourne. Advantages such as, improve the functionality of your house, increase space, and bring your house back to life, etc. In addition, the new addition in the renovation will create contrast with the old style, and this collision produces a fascinating aesthetic. This project is a good example.
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When we first visited the site, it was clear that the front half of the existing house was appealing and salvageable. This Californian Bungalow style period home offers rear ROW access. Its gable roof, shingle cladding, and Peacock decorations on the roof make it the most characterful residence on the street. Interior, the home has high ceilings with decorative cornices and panels. Most bedrooms are exceptionally spacious. However, the location and layout of the kitchen are too small for a family of seven, and the old fashion appliances and only one rear parking space are not enough for a contemporary family.
The brief was pretty detailed in terms of the renovation. The client wanted to expand the rear space and create a house that fits a family’s Needs. There are 3 children, 2 adults, and 2 elderly people at home. They want to enlarge the kitchen, renovate the bathroom, increase the indoor living space and build a second floor. In terms of style, the brief for the renovation was always meant to be quite contemporary.
Our first priority is to add a front crossover and a driveway, which makes a new parking space in the front yard. Then in the backyard, adjust the direction of the rear garage to make it easier for cars to enter and exit. For the ground level, the kids’ and elders’ bedroom are towards the front of the house, while the living spaces and noisy spaces towards the rear, encompasses an open plan kitchen, living, and dining which connects directly to the outside. The second floor is for young parents, which provided them with a relevantly private space to rest and work. Especially, they can use their study nook to get away and work quietly, do the household bills or decompress. Finally, A balcony is also designed on the second floor to provide a place for outdoor activities.
When it came to the material selections for this project, we started mainly with choosing materials that match the existing style and have great longevity. The existing house was painted white to accentuate the California Bungalow style, and Dark Axon Cladding was chosen just so that the property creates a contrasting contemporary style.
This home renovations also provide an ideal opportunity to save water resources by incorporating water-saving design principles and installing water-saving fittings and appliances. We recycle stormwater by collecting rainwater from the roof into a tank to be reused in many ways, such as toilet flushing, and gardening.
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