Proud face, open heart
Beyond the historic facade, a modernising renovation delivers spacious living and a pool beyond – internal courtyards bring light, while a glass corridor leads to a new grandparent retreat at back
Designed by Anthony Chan, Chan Architecture
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Situated on a heritage-graded street in Hawthorn East, this project seamlessly blends the enduring charm of a double-fronted Victorian terrace house with contemporary design – to create a multi-generational family home.
The original front section of the house has been preserved, repurposed as three bedrooms, a study, and two bathrooms.
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Beyond the historic facade, a modern extension reveals a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area – designed as the central hub for family gatherings.
A glazed hallway wraps around the new swimming pool, guiding you to a rear structure that houses a self-contained residence for elderly parents, a double garage, and a staircase leading to a dedicated children’s retreat.
A key design challenge was to bring natural light into the south-facing rear living spaces.
This was achieved by integrating two internal courtyards, a large kitchen skylight, and a butterfly roof form with north-facing highlight windows, ensuring a bright, inviting environment throughout the year.
The interior design features a palette of natural blackbutt flooring, dark timber-veneered joinery, and large-format porcelain benchtops – with timber battens and mirrors adding layers of texture and visual interest.
In line with a strong commitment to sustainability, the project incorporates passive design principles to reduce energy consumption and minimise its carbon footprint.
Key sustainable features include highly insulated double-glazed windows, extensive thermal insulation in walls and roofs, and high-performance building wraps to limit air leakage.
The result is a home that remains comfortable year-round with minimal energy requirements.
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