The home now enjoys elevated ceiling heights, natural light from all directions, kitchen with generous storage and connection to the garden

About

Pleasant Avenue Project.

ArchiPro Project Summary - Contemporary renovation of a Victorian Era cottage in Erskineville, completed in 2013, featuring innovative design solutions that respect neighbor boundaries and enhance living space with guest accommodation above the garage.

Title:: Pleasant Avenue Project
Architect:: Karmatecture
Category:: Residential/; New Builds
Completed:: 2013
Price range:: $0.5m - $1m
Building style:: Contemporary
Photographers:: Karmatecture

Location

Pleasant Avenue, Erskineville

CategoryResidential

About This Project

This renovation project was originally hampered by the fact that the adjoining neighbour of the semi-detached dwelling did not consent to building onto the party/shared wall.

We were able to design a roof at the rear of the cottage that didn’t require us to touch this structure saving the client time, money and removing cause for concern of the neighbour.

Our brief was to bring a 1970’s renovated Victorian Era cottage into the 21st century, and to allow for guest accommodation above the existing garage on the rear lane.

The owners favourite room was the bathroom with the full width and full height window to the shower – it does face a blank wall.

When they sold it recently the realised sale price was far in excess of the owners and agents expectations.

Project Gallery

Garage with upper floor study makes for enhanced flexibility. The owner had experience with skylight installation and used double glazed skylights for windows for improved environmental outcomes

Freshene up bedroom areas and new flooring to replace rotten floorboards

Full height aluminium glass to the shower area

Views and Engagement

Products used

Elevate | Series 456 | Awning WindowArchitectural Window Systems

Professionals used

KarmatectureArchitects

Architectural Window SystemsManufacturers and Suppliers

RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS & DOORS

ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS & DOORS

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RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS & DOORS

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Karmatecture

Architects

Dulwich Hill, New South Wales

karmatecture.com.au

Karmatecture. At Karmatecture, we design spaces that feel good to live, work and grow in.We take the time to understand your ideas and the way you want to use your home or workplace, then shape them into practical, thoughtful architectural solutions. If you’re feeling unsure about council rules or what’s actually possible on your site, you’re not alone.With more than 20 years of experience working across Sydney, we’ve navigated the quirks and complexities of most local councils and handled a huge variety of project types. From heritage homes in established suburbs to contemporary residential, commercial, retail and light industrial projects, we’ve helped clients move from uncertainty to clarity. Our work has been featured across print and television, including Grand Designs Australia and Selling in the City, but what matters most to us is creating spaces that support the way people really live. The “karma” in Karmatecture reflects our belief that good architecture should create positive impact.We consider the long-term effects of every decision – from resource use through to how a space will serve people over time. Our goal is to deliver beauty, practicality and a lighter footprint. If you’re exploring ideas for your next project and want clear guidance from someone who truly listens, we’d love to talk. Get in touch with us today and let’s see what’s possible.