PROJECT OVERVIEW
Location: Stanmore NSW
Project Type: Heritage Conservation Area Renovation, Rear Extension & Upper-Storey Addition
Heritage Context: Annandale Farm Heritage Conservation Area
Renovation and rear extension in Stanmore, creating light-filled contemporary family living while responding carefully to the Annandale Farm Heritage Conservation Area.
PROJECT GALLERY
THE BRIEF
The owners wanted additional living space and improved functionality while responding appropriately to the home's location within the Annandale Farm Heritage Conservation Area. The brief called for a contemporary rear extension that would enhance family living, increase natural light and improve the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces without compromising the established character of the property or its heritage setting.
THE DESIGN RESPONSE
The rear extension was carefully integrated with the existing home while introducing a light-filled, open-plan living area and stronger connections to the rear garden. Solar access was an important consideration. Although the site's north-south orientation limited the opportunity for ideal solar access to the new ground-floor living areas, extensive glazing was used to improve natural light, while new north-facing upper-level windows provided additional northern light. These measures were balanced against the need for an appropriate architectural response within the Annandale Farm Heritage Conservation Area. The design and documentation were developed to address Marrickville Council's planning and heritage controls and support the Development Application and subsequent Construction Certificate approval.
PROJECT OUTCOME
Stanmore House demonstrates how a contemporary renovation and extension can improve family living while responding sensitively to the established character of a Heritage Conservation Area. The completed design provides improved space, natural light, circulation and indoor-outdoor connection while retaining a respectful relationship with the original home and its Stanmore setting.