Preston Alterations and Additions
We find that a good approach to upgrading inner city houses is to maintain the integrity of the existing building, remove any lean to buildings that are not original, and then build discrete buildings that improve the liveability of the site and engage with the outdoors. In this case the existing brick veneer building had some good internal features. Nice hardwood floors, wall and ceiling details that added charm to the existing rooms and generally spaces that were of good proportions for easy living. New living spaces now increase the ability for a family to engage with choice. A new bathroom just makes life better. These buildings are as much about the internal workings, as the engagement with the site.
Garden view
Dining living area
Central link space
New rear north facing kitchen dining living space. Recycled hardwood floorboards match with the existing floorboards.
The existing brick veneer house has been retained. A new west facing screen creates a private entry, privacy to a front bedroom and shade for summer sun.
The central link between the original house and the new extension is north facing and has been created to be a quiet place to sit in the sun
Sunny window seat with deep views
The original external brickwork wall was retained and expressed as a feature
Classic finishes ensure longevity
Simple north facing living space
North facing living area
The owners existing bath was retained and relocated to the new bathroom.
The new kitchen dining living space