Refurbishment and extension to existing Victorian double-fronted weatherboard house.

The form and character of the original house is preserved with the new works indiscernible from the street.

A new living and dining area, kitchen, study and amenities form the new.

Sustainable design features:

• Feature triangular double-glazed windows in the living area used to frame views of the garden and to control the glare from the hot western sun.

• Rescued Golden Cypress timber used for kitchen box cladding and decking.

• Recyclable steel cladding to living area.

• Solar panels.

• Rainwater used to flush toilets and for garden irrigation.

• Heat pump technology to generate hot water.

• Thermal chimney for natural ventilation.

• Exposed concrete slab for thermal stability.

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