A villa renovation that balances character charm with modern living

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19 September 2022

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Together with Logan Architects, JRA Construction transformed this 1930s Mount Eden villa into a home suited to modern living, with plenty of space for entertaining.
Classed as a ‘special character’ home, it was important for the facade to remain largely the same.
Rimu has been used for detailing in areas such as the staircase battens and rails.
Every detail has been considered in this project to ensure new blends with old.
The main part of the project was the addition built by JRA Construction to create a large kitchen, living and dining space for the homeowners.
The kitchen features leathered granite benchtops from Stone Warehouse, with shaker style cabinets crafted by Neil Taylor Cabinetmaker & Design.
“At the front stepped down from the kitchen is the dining room, which is fully glazed to let in heaps of natural light. There’s a sitting area that is used as a coffee spot right next to the kitchen, which ties in nicely,” shares Joseph.
Upstairs, the master bedroom has a panelled ceiling – a nod to the home’s heritage.
The master ensuite includes a freestanding bathtub from Franklins and separate shower; cabinets from Blanc Industries; and a classic black and white colour palette.
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