Kensington Park by Glasshouse Projects

Kensington Park

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Kensington Park project is a distinctive, renovation and extension to a 1928 California Bungalow. With pure functionality as the core ethos of this home, a second-storey loft space delivers substantial space for this growing family, whilst blending comfortably with the original home and the historic character of the suburb. Brick was used for its solid visually grounding effect and using the material in a stack-bond format reinforced the strong geometric form of the extension, whilst also acting as contemporary node to the tradition red brick on the existing home. With such a dominating exterior statement, the design called for a seamless connection into the internal spaces to ensure visual continuity, which was largely achieved by featuring the brick indoors. Oversized floor to ceiling glass doors, lighten the visual bulk, also allowing ample light to penetrate the northerly living area. The second story was purposely designed with loft ceilings, allowing circumvention of local council regulations regarding double story, but also ensuring we could meet the additional space required by the family. Enveloped in a light weight steel cladding, it harmoniously balances the bulk of the brick visual form. Skylights, open voids and clerestory windows ensure light floods the study, playroom, master suite and ensuite spaces. Herringbone oak floors, carried across the entirety of the extension, bring warmth to the minimalist palette, purposely designed to withstand the knocks of young children. Smart design solutions as under stair storage and wine racks, built in joinery and cabinetry maximise every last bit of available space, ensuring the home is as efficient as it is stylish. Angela Gianquitto, Lead Designer on the project mentions “Kensington Park really shows just how much is possible in an urban setting, with clever, considered design. It was a big extension on not very much land. Working within local council regulations we really pushed the boundaries, that ultimately, gave our clients, a wonderful result.” Photography by Aaron Citti

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A contemporary renovation and extension of a 1928 California Bungalow, Kensington Park seamlessly blends modern functionality with historic charm, featuring a second-storey loft, striking brickwork, and an abundance of natural light.

Brick was used for its solid visually grounding effect and using the material in a stack-bond format reinforced the strong geometric form of the extension, whilst also acting as contemporary node to the tradition red brick on the existing home.

With such a dominating exterior statement, the design called for a seamless connection into the internal spaces to ensure visual continuity, which was largely achieved by featuring the brick indoors. Oversized floor to ceiling glass doors, lighten the visual bulk, also allowing ample light to penetrate the northerly living area.

The second story was purposely designed with loft ceilings, allowing circumvention of local council regulations regarding double story, but also ensuring we could meet the additional space required by the family. Enveloped in a light weight steel cladding, it harmoniously balances the bulk of the brick visual form. Skylights, open voids and clerestory windows ensure light floods the study, playroom, master suite and ensuite spaces.

Herringbone oak floors, carried across the entirety of the extension, bring warmth to the minimalist palette, purposely designed to withstand the knocks of young children. Smart design solutions as under stair storage and wine racks, built in joinery and cabinetry maximise every last bit of available space, ensuring the home is as efficient as it is stylish.

Angela Gianquitto, Lead Designer on the project mentions “Kensington Park really shows just how much is possible in an urban setting, with clever, considered design. It was a big extension on not very much land. Working within local council regulations we really pushed the boundaries, that ultimately, gave our clients, a wonderful result.”

Photography by Aaron Citti

Completed: 2022
Price range: $0.5m - $1m
Building style: Contemporary

1.1K3h 46m

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“We chose Glasshouse because we liked the way Don and his team listened carefully to us when putting together the design brief, and came up with a thoughtful and creative design that encompassed all that we wanted to achieve. Creating a modern addition to a heritage style home where the old and the new can make their own independent statements in an exciting and sympathetic manner without conflict is very challenging, and we think Glasshouse did this perfectly, with close attention to materials, textures and design detail. Glasshouse micro-managed the whole design, approvals and construction process in a highly efficient manner with excellent communication. Keeping the build close to the schedule despite the supply chain issues during COVID lockdowns is testimony to Glasshouse’s excellent organisation and project management skills. All aspects of the design and build were done to a very high standard. Having Glasshouse run with the whole project from design to completion made it so much easier for us and achieved a wonderful result that we are very happy with. We have no hesitation in recommending Glasshouse Projects”

Tony and Megan, Heathpool Extension & Renovation