Camberwell One by Kirsten Johnstone Architecture

ArchiPro Project Summary - A stunning transformation of a Victorian residence featuring a refined palette, moody interiors, and a seamless blend of heritage and contemporary design through thoughtful use of materials and natural light.

Title:: Camberwell One
Architect:: Kirsten Johnstone Architecture
Category:: Residential/; Renovations and Extensions

Dulux Colour Awards - Single Residential Exterior Finalist

Dulux Colour Awards - Single Residential Interior Finalist

Kirsten Johnstone Architecture has completely transformed this elegant Victorian era residence. The front façade utilises a refined palette of tonal greys with crisp white trims, helping deepen visual interest and impact - a mindful avoidance of an all-white approach - to celebrate the rich and detailed features of the heritage home. A moody front sitting room enveloped in deep hues mimics traditional characteristics, whilst controlled juxtapositions between light and darker finishes are portrayed deeper in the home. Slim textural Japanese tiles abut local Victorian bluestone and charcoal tones, awash with natural light from floor to ceiling glazing and thoughtful placement of soaring clerestory windows in the open living spaces. This new rear addition is linked by a cleverly located courtyard used to delineate the heritage dwelling against the new extension.

Photography: Tatjana Plitt

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At Kirsten Johnstone Architecture, we craft thoughtful enriched spaces. We listen to our clients. We respond with consideration and integrity. We design each project with experience and understanding. We deliver beautiful architecture.

Whether it be in the residential, commercial, or cultural realm, our contextually sensitive design approach has seen us shortlisted for the internationally recognised INDE Awards in 2020, shortlisted in the Australian IDEA 2023 Awards and Gold Winner at the Australian Good Design Awards 2021.

Led by director Kirsten Johnstone, we are proud of our excellent client relationships and the delivery of high-quality projects that exceed expectations. We offer holistic architectural and interior design services: from pre-design / feasibility studies through all design phases including construction administration. Our team is collaborative, agile and versatile; able to achieve excellent client-centred outcomes.

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