A-Frame House

A-Frame House

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The site is located at the end of a quiet cul-d-sac in Riverview. The existing house had a simple 1960s linear layout opening out to a private northern garden which drops into a reserve below. The new works provide additional bedrooms, bathrooms and a second living space in an upper level A-frame form that sits upon the existing lower floor plate. The upper form breaks down at the eastern end of the house into a roof deck delineated at the street edge by an 'unclad A-frame' screen. Garden climbers are proposed to weave through the frame to bring landscaping to the upper level and provide a green enclosure to the terrace. Height was a challenge on the site to preserve a neighbour's outlook. This created the need to find internal height through exposed ceiling joists at the lower level and thoughtful roof pitching points at the upper level; both of which subsequently add positively to the new aesthetic of the house. Interiors Cassandra Kirk Builder JDW Constructions Photographer Ben Guthrie

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Castlepeake Architects

A modern A-frame house in Riverview, featuring additional bedrooms and living spaces, a unique roof deck, and innovative design elements that enhance aesthetics while preserving neighborly views.

The site is located at the end of a quiet cul-d-sac in Riverview. The existing house had a simple 1960s linear layout opening out to a private northern garden which drops into a reserve below. The new works provide additional bedrooms, bathrooms and a second living space in an upper level A-frame form that sits upon the existing lower floor plate. The upper form breaks down at the eastern end of the house into a roof deck delineated at the street edge by an 'unclad A-frame' screen. Garden climbers are proposed to weave through the frame to bring landscaping to the upper level and provide a green enclosure to the terrace. Height was a challenge on the site to preserve a neighbour's outlook. This created the need to find internal height through exposed ceiling joists at the lower level and thoughtful roof pitching points at the upper level; both of which subsequently add positively to the new aesthetic of the house.

Interiors Cassandra Kirk
Builder JDW Constructions
Photographer Ben Guthrie

Building style: Modern

1560h 42m

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“It seemed to be that every time we came across a house renovation we particularly admired, it had been designed by Castlepeake. When it was time for us to renovate, we had no hesitation in getting them involved. They understood our brief and developed innovative floor plans that increased light penetration whilst keeping within the building footprint. Castlepeake were also happy for us (first time renovators) to be a part of the design process and bring our personalities into the build. Our century old Californian bungalow received a well-deserved makeover with the perfect blend of modern and old. The team at Castlepeake assisted every step of the way from concept, detailed design phase to construction and completion.”

Ellen and Will, Artarmon