Bay Pearl

Bay Pearl

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Light, soft interiors and tactile brick walls — Bay Pearl is a new renovation and second storey addition to an existing Brighton family home. Sitting less than 1km from Port Phillip Bay, this significant renovation has reconfigured the orientation to enjoy the protected north facing garden and the new internal courtyard. The external metal shell protects the lofty internal spaces. Expressed raw, silvery brickwork and inky, black charred-timber cladding lend a honed refinement to the built form. Internally, our lustrous palette includes soothing light, oyster tones. Finely detailed steel elements contrast with lush wool carpet. Locally sourced timber is wrapped and folded for tactile warmth. Large format concrete tiles with under-tile heating ensure that practicality and comfort is paramount. Photography Credit: Tatjana Plitt

Light, soft interiors and tactile brick walls — Bay Pearl is a new renovation and second storey addition to an existing Brighton family home. Read more

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Kirsten Johnstone Architecture
Tatjana Plitt

Contemporary renovation and second storey addition to a Brighton family home, featuring light-filled interiors, tactile brick walls, and a focus on comfort and practicality, completed in 2023.

The external metal shell protects the lofty internal spaces. Expressed raw, silvery brickwork and inky, black charred-timber cladding lend a honed refinement to the built form. Internally, our lustrous palette includes soothing light, oyster tones. Finely detailed steel elements contrast with lush wool carpet. Locally sourced timber is wrapped and folded for tactile warmth. Large format concrete tiles with under-tile heating ensure that practicality and comfort is paramount.

Photography Credit: Tatjana Plitt

Completed: 2023
Price range: $1m - $2m
Building style: Contemporary

1.3K22h 47m

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2023

Residential Single (Shortlist)

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“We engaged Kirsten of Kirsten Johnstone Architecture following a recommendation from a builder and friend, for a large renovation just over 2 years ago. From the first site meeting I had complete confidence in Kirsten and her ability to understand what we were after. I wasn't wrong!! Not only has Kirsten designed an amazing house, she has now turned it into a home with some incredible styling. Kirsten listened to what we were after and didn't push her own vision onto us. The project has only recently finished following 2 years of constant works and Kirsten was there right the way through the process. The home we have, is now an amazing mix of what we wanted and Kirsten's many design ideas. The family love each and every space created and we know that the home will be well used for many years to come. I will definitely be using Kirsten for the next project, whether its a home to live in or a weekend getaway.”

Chris, Post + Gable HouseWarrandyte South, Victoria