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double height glazing in the entrance
which allows light into the centre of the
house and gives views to hills at the back.
Care was taken during the construction process to ensure there was minimal
impact on the site.
“It was built on the footings of the
existing structure, so we didn’t need to
touch the beach or disturb the natural
environment.
“We recycled framing and structure,
and transformed them into something
entirely new – saving a lot of landfill.”

Before

Facing page and above: At just under 300m2
including decks, the home is reasonably compact,
with the ground level accommodating living,
dining and kitchen areas. While the kitchen has
been positioned on the back wall to give living and
dining areas the prime views, it still acts as a social
hub and a place to congregate.
Left: The structural design and woody interiors of
the existing home failed to make the most of its
spectacular location.

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