David Parsons Architect
David helps you navigate the complexities of renovating or building a new home.

Newtown

The Challenge

Re-imagine a derelict, single storey terrace row dwelling and provide accomodation for a growing young family. Provide greater connection to a rear garden, with rear lane access to a new rear car space.

The Solution

Extensive refurbishment was required to the existing period dwelling, which was largely left intact to respect the existing built form and comply with the heritage overlay conditions. This section of the dwelling houses an existing bedroom, new family bathroom and study/work from home space.

A gently sloping site towards the rear allowed the planning to evolve around a rear mass with a series of stepped platforms, kitchen/dining, indoor/outdoor living and rear garden. An internal courtyard and generous ceiling heights achieves amenity through natural light and cross ventilation. A sunken lounge with built in joinery and upholstery provides an efficient use of space.

Upstairs, two new bedrooms with shared family bathroom are provided, with louvres providing privacy and sun control.

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