PROJECT OVERVIEW
Heritage Extension & Modernization
A strategic modernization of a Federation-era home within a strict Heritage Conservation Area.
Location: Concord, NSW
Heritage Status: Local Heritage Item I149 | Creewood Street Conservation Area
Heritage Type: Inter-War Bungalow
Project Type: Heritage Extension & Renovation
Design Services: Building Design, Architectural Drafting & DA Documentation
Council: City of Canada Bay
Approval: Development Application Approved
Design Focus: Heritage Conservation, Split-Level Rear Extension, Existing Home Restoration & Contemporary Family Living. The property is both within a heritage conservation area and identified as containing a heritage item.
THE BRIEF
The owners wanted to restore the existing bungalow while creating additional living space for contemporary family life without compromising the heritage character of the property. The brief included a new rear living extension, upper-level master suite and sitting/study area, improved connection to the backyard, an in-ground swimming pool and restoration of the existing detached garage.
THE DESIGN RESPONSE
The new work was positioned predominantly behind the existing bungalow to retain its original presentation to Creewood Street and its contribution to the heritage conservation area. A split-level rear extension was designed with the upper level partly contained within the roof space so the addition remains below the existing ridgeline. The original front portion of the home was retained and restored, with the new roof forms, materials and detailing carefully considered in response to the heritage character of the house and surrounding Inter-War streetscape. A specialist heritage consultant was engaged during the design process, with the proposal developed in consultation with the City of Canada Bay's heritage requirements.
PROJECT OUTCOME
Development Application approval was granted by the City of Canada Bay for the rear split-level extension, restoration of the existing garage, in-ground swimming pool and new front fence. The approved design allows the locally listed bungalow to be adapted for contemporary family living while retaining significant original elements and maintaining its contribution to the Creewood Street Conservation Area.
PROJECT GALLERY
