This three-storey home combines a heritage restoration with a contemporary addition to deliver spaces tailored to the needs of a modern family.
This three-storey home combines a heritage restoration with a contemporary addition to deliver spaces tailored to the needs of a modern family.
Service
– Build
Location
– Williamstown, Melbourne
Architect
– Clarke Hopkins Clarke
As always, Mancini Made approached the construction with respect, understanding both the heritage elements within the home and the meticulous care required for the contemporary design. Combining both skill sets has delivered a finely considered and perfectly crafted new residence, with the eclectic interior scheme meeting the client’s brief to feel warm, welcoming, and lived in.
Working with a compact site meant that every inch of the home needed to be well-considered to accommodate a family of four, so the floorplan was configured in zones. Behind the heritage front is the parents’ retreat with a primary bedroom and private study, now fully restored with the home's original features.
The first floor includes kids’ bedrooms and a study, while the basement houses a theatre and games area. Finally, a gym and guest studio are located above the rear garage.
Externally, the rear addition was crafted to comply with strict local heritage controls. A simple skillion roof on the first-floor addition and the effective use of traditional weatherboards and rendered masonry ensure the new addition is clean and contemporary while still respecting the historical context of the original house.
Internally, the diverse mix of materials and textures includes stones, timbers, metal finishes, and limewash walls. Old and new living and dining areas, such as the original cast iron stove and restored fireplaces, are seamlessly merged.
Passive design principles were integrated throughout the entire design process. This included opening the living area to extensive north-facing glazing, designed for summer shading and allowing open daylight access during winter. Additional sustainability features include cross-ventilation to all bedrooms, energy-efficient appliances, and air-conditioning units.