Fendalton House

Existing buildings inevitably come with a set of constraints often translating into unique design opportunities. In this instance a 1950s two level family house on a sunny north facing site bordering a stream offered immense potential.

Previous alterations required demolition leaving a modest footprint that would not meet the requirements of the new program.

A new pavilion perpendicular to the main house provides much needed family living with bedrooms extending above offering shade to a deck below that links to a new pool area.

A new entry between the house and the garage provides internal access and leads to a double height glazed gallery clipped to the south elevation providing views to the steam that were previously lost.

Re cladding with stained cedar and zinc provides continuity between old and new. With careful attention paid to detailing of new timber doors and windows, the style of this fifties house has been maintained as a crafted family home.