At first glance, it’s not evident that this modern residence started life as a stock standard house built in the 70s. A major renovation project has totally transformed it, greatly modernizing the house’s appearance and adding to its livability. Following earlier renovation work that enclosed the garage, this project saw removal of the driveway, front stairs and entry. Excavation of the sloping block allowed construction of a double carport atop storerooms. A new front entry, new extended roof, landscaping and glass balustrading very effectively combines to provide a modern ‘facelift’ and a renewed image that defies the age of this property.
There is no better example of a builder’s skill in seamlessly joining the old and ‘new’ than this detached extension in Tarragindi. The owners of the art deco style home wanted a comfortable granny flat-cum-parents’ retreat to externally complement the older style house in every way possible. The result is a perfect match… in design, look, colour, roof tiles, window treatments and even the once fashionable dark bull-nosed bricks. The bonus is that this garden getaway also creates a contemporary internal space perfectly matched for the comforts of modern living. Surprisingly the opposite ‘faces’ of this interesting extension not only attract, but blend seamlessly, regardless of the angle at which they are viewed. The retreat is tailor-made for lazy Sunday afternoons or entertaining guests in ultra-modern seclusion. Internally, the retreat is entirely on one level. It comprises a no-fuss kitchenette, a generous open-plan living and bedroom area that opens directly onto a covered deck, and a stunning feature bathroom.
The bonus is that this garden getaway also creates a contemporary internal space perfectly matched for the comforts of modern living. Surprisingly the opposite ‘faces’ of this interesting extension not only attract, but blend seamlessly, regardless of the angle at which they are viewed. The retreat is tailor-made for lazy Sunday afternoons or entertaining guests in ultra-modern seclusion. Internally, the retreat is entirely on one level. It comprises a no-fuss kitchenette, a generous open-plan living and bedroom area that opens directly onto a covered deck, and a stunning feature bathroom.
There is no better example of a builder’s skill in seamlessly joining the old and ‘new’ than this detached extension in Tarragindi. The owners of the art deco style home wanted a comfortable granny flat-cum-parents’ retreat to externally complement the older style house in every way possible. The result is a perfect match… in design, look, colour, roof tiles, window treatments and even the once fashionable dark bull-nosed bricks.
The bonus is that this garden getaway also creates a contemporary internal space perfectly matched for the comforts of modern living. Surprisingly the opposite ‘faces’ of this interesting extension not only attract, but blend seamlessly, regardless of the angle at which they are viewed. The retreat is tailor-made for lazy Sunday afternoons or entertaining guests in ultra-modern seclusion. Internally, the retreat is entirely on one level. It comprises a no-fuss kitchenette, a generous open-plan living and bedroom area that opens directly onto a covered deck, and a stunning feature bathroom.
