in terms of detail and construction, the
addition doesn’t emulate the historic orna-
mentation and detail seen in the villa.”
Instead, the extension is clean-lined
and bright, with two skylights, clerestory
windows and a low-set window looking
directly onto the garden, all bringing in
natural light while maintaining privacy.
And of course the whole addition opens
up to the rear garden with glass sliders.
At the villa end, a modest mezza-
nine children’s area is contained by a half
wall at about the point where the original
home ended. From here, the balance of the
modern extension comprises a new kitchen
and the main living space. The high stud
matches the height of the rooms in the villa.
The two-tone kitchen features slender
Brazilian stone countertops and a matching
splashback. Plenty of discreet storage was
incorporated above the kitchen, around
windows and above the sliders.
The airy extension is snug and warm,
thanks to in-slab water pipe heating which
also circulates into radiators in the home’s
remodelled bedrooms.
Facing page: The modern entertainer’s kitchen is
packed with storage and functionality but doesn’t
have an overpowering presence in the large room.
Top: On entering the villa’s front door, the sightline
runs right through the home to the extension and
the rear garden beyond.
Above and following pages: Light from the side,
light from above, and light from the wall of glass
sliders at the rear – the addition achieves a bright
and airy ambience despite its length and while
addressing the need for privacy from neighbours.
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