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Prahran East House.

ArchiPro Project Summary - A major extension and refurbishment of a Wayne Gillespie designed house, tripling its size while seamlessly blending modern elements with the existing character, featuring new bedrooms, bathrooms, and a central courtyard.

Title:: Prahran East House
Architect:: Watson Young Architects
Category:: Residential/; Renovations and Extensions
Completed:: 2022
Building style:: Modern
Client:: Private
Photographers:: Lillie Thompson

A major extension to and refurbishment of the existing Wayne Gillespie designed house which saw it triple in size. Our brief was to seamlessly blend the new with the old whilst respecting the existing character of the home.

The refurbishment of interiors comprised of new joinery to bedrooms, a walk in robe and updated layout and ﬁnishes to bathrooms. The extension includes new bedrooms, bathrooms and a living area which wraps around the site creating a central courtyard.

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North Sydney, North Sydney, New South Wales • West Perth, Perth, Western Australia • Newtown, Greater Geelong, Victoria • Prahran, City of Stonnington, Victoria

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Watson Young Architects. An opportunity to do something different In an industry dominated by ego, we saw an opportunity to do something different.That’s why in 2004 we founded a human-centred architectural practice that placed strong client relationships at the centre of its ethos. We are motivated to transform ideas and extend opportunities into exceptional realities. As a multi-disciplinary ﬁrm we take a holistic approach to design; meticulously conceptualising and crafting designs for each individual environment. We design from the inside-out and from the outside-in, creating versatile spaces built for communities that can make everyday activities living and thriving experiences. We care deeply about delivering projects that are exceptional, not just in their form but also in their function.