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The refurbishment of this late Victorian cottage consisted of repairing and refinishing the existing front section while slotting in a two storey glass volume at the rear. The design by Sam Crawford Architects required a detailed extensive sandstone excavation while suspending the top floor above it. The glass extension contains the new main living areas while boasting beautiful city views. The finished result of specified raw black steel and bare concrete together with thoroughly selected timber floorings and finely detailed joinery proved very satisfying for both client and architect.

Photography: Natalie Sidoti

Balmain Cottage
Balmain Cottage
Balmain Cottage
Balmain Cottage
Balmain Cottage

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SQ Projects started in 2010 and has evolved from a one man operation into a multi award winning building company offering a wide range of services, with special attention to boutique residential construction. 

We always aim to partner in projects that are different, push the boundaries and continually set new challenges for all members of the team. Building and maintaining successful working relationships with clients, architects and contractors are the keys to our business. We take pride in delivering quality projects, on time and within budget. 

We love to be involved in the whole process, from concept to completion and aim to add value at all steps along the way. Working in an enjoyable and truly collaborative way with our team of architects, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers not only makes the whole process more productive and satisfying but also lifts the end result to a whole new level.