By Chan Architecture
This project was a rear and upstairs extension to a double fronted Victorian terrace house in Hawthorn East. The brief was to retain the character of the period home at the front of the house and design a spacious, light-filled modern extension to the rear.
Our response was to introduce a series of large skylights, light courts, and highlight windows to bring natural light into the house, creating changing qualities of light throughout the day.
The kitchen was designed to be at the heart of the home, with an oversized feature island bench, subtle textures, and fine black shadow lines to compliment the steel-framed doors and large skylight over which allows natural light into the kitchen at all times of the day.
The living room was designed to be a more intimate space, with finely detailed steel-framed doors which open the room out to the backyard, increasing the sense of space and providing flexibility depending on the weather and the social situation.
The rear external form features an upper façade of vertical timber battens which provide visual warmth, balance and fine detailing to the rear elevation as well as provide privacy to the upstairs master bedroom.
Photography: Tatjana Plitt Photography
Our Practice
Chan Architecture is boutique, award-winning Melbourne-based architectural practice with a strong focus on design. Our philosophy is to create design-oriented, client-focused buildings that are both beautiful and sustainable. We also have a strong appreciation of our client's needs and see each project as a close collaboration between client, architect, and builder.
We see our role as the principal project consultant, providing not only high-quality design and documentation, but also managing and coordinating all other consultants, authorities, and builders to ensure we all work towards a successful outcome.
Chan Architecture has completed a number of successful residential projects across Melbourne, including renovations and extensions, new houses, and multi-unit developments.
Our team is experienced, innovative, and committed to achieving an outstanding result for every project. Just as importantly, we treat every project whether small, large, simple, or complex with absolute commitment and dedication. We are determined to ensure that the completed design and built project satisfies all the client's needs, objectives, and aspirations.