The extension to the house now faces the garden with a sunny outdoor entertaining deck
The extension to the house now faces the garden with a sunny outdoor entertaining deck
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Building style
Contemporary
Ande Bunbury Architects
Brunswick, Victoria
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Steel framed windows connect the house to the garden
The extension has a sunny kitchen/dining area
The kitchen now faces the garden and is shaded in summer by the large tree in the deck
A shady courtyard was created on the south side of the house
Steel framed windows and recycled pendant lights
Steel framed door detail
Restored entry porch with security door to matching window details
New steel-framed windows and vintage pendant light
Etched glass doors in a new opening allow light to flood into the formerly dark centre of the house
The existing large deciduous tree is the star of the new entertaining deck and rear extension
The covered outdoor eating area is perfect for entertaining
Biophilia at work: the etched glass doors and shadows from foliage put on a stunning light show
Street view - the extension is largely hidden
Pizza oven and outdoor entertaining

About the
Professional

Formed by Ande Bunbury at the turn of the century, Ande Bunbury Architects specialise in energy efficient and sustainable residential design. Winner of various state and national sustainability awards, residential projects by ABA go beyond looking just at sustainability as an energy efficiency measure and recognise that the current climate crisis needs buildings that are future proofed for change, encourage the occupants to use sustainable transport and develop resilience and connection with community. Good architecture should provide for the needs of the occupants of the area (human and not), the local community and the environment.