Our clients’ beautiful Californian Bungalow was run down, and they came to us with a simple and honest brief. Extend the 3 x 1 home to a spacious open plan living all while retaining the original bones of their home. We did not want to alter the front of the house as it would lose too much of its original charm but recognised its tired façade. By simply repainting and tuck-pointing the original brick and rendered façade, new life was breathed into the home. Additionally, the front yard was redesigned with a new fence, and the existing deck and driveway replaced. The back of the home was extended to allow for the new open plan living and to maximise external living. Jarrah floorboards were continued throughout as was the traditional cornice, but with joinery and fittings of modern design. Dark timber grain impression was used for the cabinetry with contrasting stainless steel. The bathrooms’ fixtures were once again chosen to compliment the history of the house but still have a modern feel to them.

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