Renovation balances the old and the new

What's the best approach when you need to renovate a 1965 Eichler in a meaningful, respectful way? See what this architect did

There's ample storage space throughout architecture, ceiling, door, floor, flooring, house, interior design, wall, wood, brown, gray — There's ample storage space throughout

There's ample storage space throughout - There's ample architecture, ceiling, door, floor, flooring, house, interior design, wall, wood, brown, gray

The kitchen is open and spacious - The architecture, house, interior design, loft, real estate, table, window, white

The main living areas feature panoramic views - architecture, ceiling, daylighting, house, interior design, living room, real estate, window, gray

This wall is both another storage space and architecture, furniture, interior design, living room, loft, shelving, gray

A unique panelled ceiling compliments the white walls bathroom, bathroom accessory, ceiling, daylighting, interior design, lamp, light fixture, lighting, product design, tap, wall, gray, white

Wood walls provide a contrast with the white cabinetry, cupboard, door, floor, furniture, hardwood, interior design, sliding door, wall, wardrobe, wood, wood flooring, wood stain, orange

A seating area in the entrance provides a architecture, floor, flooring, furniture, interior design, wall, white

A number of materials help create a unique cabinetry, ceiling, countertop, cuisine classique, interior design, kitchen, product design, gray

Clever use of space makes for a user architecture, cabinetry, countertop, furniture, interior design, kitchen, plywood, product design, shelf, shelving, wood, brown, white

The fireplace sits tucked into the wall - architecture, ceiling, chair, fireplace, floor, flooring, furniture, hearth, interior design, living room, table, wall, gray

This clever folding table extends off the island architecture, ceiling, floor, furniture, house, interior design, loft, product design, table, gray, white

Pendant lights run along the dining table - ceiling, interior design, gray

Architect: Michael Hennessey ArchitectureAbout the project (Text supplied): How does one renovate an existing 1965 Eichler in a meaningful, respectful way? This is a difficult question, given the abuse that Eichler buildings have faced over the years with an overly-aggressive renovation industry applying the current style of the day to these prized structures.

We decided to strike a balance between the positive, inherent qualities of an Eichler structure with modern improvements that enhance rather than compete with the existing building. The existing post & beam structure is accentuated, creating a layered composition of structure, wood veneer, concrete, and tile elements.

New full-height sliding glass panels increase the energy efficiency of the building while visually expanding the space towards the distant view. The kitchen is relocated to connect more directly with the living area, and the decks are re-built as extensions of the interior spaces. A balance is struck between new and old in a meaningful way.

The Diamond Heights Renovation received the top prize for Architectural Interiors in the Builder's Choice & Custom Home 2017 Design Awards, a nationally recognised awards program.

Story by: David Renwick

10 Nov, 2017

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