Duck House

Much of Sydney’s detached housing is aging stock from the early 20th century. Council heritage constraints and planning controls mean renovation is confined to rear yards. This project is an example of an economical way to update old housing stock without having to extend out or up. The original 1920s house footprint had disused spaces and no connection with the north facing back yard.
A new open plan living, and kitchen area was inserted with full width bifold doors creating the much-needed outdoor connection. The new roof over the addition was designed with a blade column in the corner to give a sense of unsupported lightness and freedom.
An existing living room was converted into a bedroom to add value to the project. Original features like the fireplace, ceilings, and trims were retained and highlighted. The new bathrooms were an opportunity to introduce colour. Comprised of welded marblo sheets, the orange and green vanities house the toilet cisterns, serves as shelving, and create a vibrant contrast to the mostly monochrome colour scheme.
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At P A R A we strive for an architecture of understated refinement that effortlessly embodies the hard work and thoughtfulness behind each detail. Our ultimate aim is to provide a timeless aesthetic that is at once contemporary and free of stylistic trend. Architecture should create an experience of calmness and delight.
We believe that design is a unique synthesis of contingencies. Our architecture aims to capture and express all the layers of context, thought, meaning and action that are present at each site. A successful design is achieved when the best possible solution meets the pragmatic while retaining a sense of the artistic.
P A R A is an architectural design practice based in Sydney’s lower north shore. We are a partnership that has gained an extensive range of project experience in the industry, from bespoke housing to multi-million dollar mixed use apartment developments. We are knowledgeable in all aspects of the building design, planning, approval and documentation stages.
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