Brighton

This project is an addition and alteration to a 1919 Edwardian Villa. The design extends the existing house by drawing from its proportions, roof form and material character,
allowing old and new to read as a continuous whole.

A key move was extending the original roof pitch to create a double-height kitchen, living and dining space. This simple gesture anchors the addition to the existing structure
while opening the home to the backyard. The result is a flexible living area that supports a more informal, indoor–outdoor way of life.

Original elements, including the west-facing bay windows and fireplace, are retained to maintain a connection to the home’s past. The main living space is reoriented south, where a large window frames the sky and introduces soft, even light. A carefully placed skylight splits the roof above, allowing sunlight to move across the interior throughout the day, bringing a sense of time and change to the space.

The new master suite sits above the garage and wellness area, integrated through a softened junction and a textured white render. A cantilevered balcony extends from the bedroom, designed as a small planted garden. A fine louvred screen filters light, while a translucent floor allows light to pass through.

At ground level, a clay-rendered colonnade forms a threshold between house and garden, framing everyday spaces and concealing services.

Inside, materials are warm and tactile. Terracotta tones, blackbutt timber and rendered surfaces create a grounded interior, while joinery is expressed as furniture. The result is a cohesive home that balances continuity and change, adapting the original house for contemporary living.