A Light-Filled Extension For A Classic Red-Brick Home
A Princes Hill home has undergone a renovation that replaces a dark 1970s extension with a light-filled, modern space while preserving the original red-brick facade. The project was designed to respect heritage overlays while improving functionality and connection to the garden.
Why it matters
This project exemplifies the balance between heritage preservation and modern architectural needs in urban residential design.
Designed to retain its red-brick exterior and utilise the site’s northern light, this Princes Hill home’s 1970s rear extension was demolished in favour of opening up the living spaces.
What was once a disconnected space is now filled with light, warmth and nature. Of course, keeping the original red brick is the highlight of the renovation.
‘I love that the extension feels like a natural continuation of the original home, even though its formal and spatial expression is quite different,’ BENT Architecture director Paul Porjazoski says.
Demolishing the home’s original 1970s extension, space was created to consolidate the kitchen, living and dining spaces into a single shared area leading to the garden.
Red-brick continues in the renovated living and dining space which is filled with natural light.
Zalo Double Kitchen Sink in Brushed Gunmetal by ABI Interiors.
Arute Saita Border ceramic glazed finger tiles from Artedomus.
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