Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension

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This project is a rear and upstairs extension to a single fronted Victorian terrace in Port Melbourne.  The brief was for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an open-spaced family room with high ceilings.

Our response was to lower the level of the existing house by two steps to create additional height through the ground floor.  The main steel structure was also exposed, along with the existing red brick wall along the west to create an industrial warehouse aesthetic.

Light was brought into the ground floor via a light court behind the kitchen and long skylights in the living room.

Externally, the rear façade was inspired by the different textures and transparencies of period stained glass windows, with different panels with varying sizes and levels of texture.

Photography: Tatjana Plitt Photography

Chan Architecture
Victoria
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension
Port Melbourne Renovation/Extension

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Chan Architecture is boutique, award-winning Melbourne-based architectural practice with a strong focus on design. Our philosophy is to create design-oriented, client-focused buildings that are both beautiful and sustainable. We also have a strong appreciation of our client's needs and see each project as a close collaboration between client, architect, and builder.

We see our role as the principal project consultant, providing not only high-quality design and documentation, but also managing and coordinating all other consultants, authorities, and builders to ensure we all work towards a successful outcome.

Chan Architecture has completed a number of successful residential projects across Melbourne, including renovations and extensions, new houses, and multi-unit developments.

Our team is experienced, innovative, and committed to achieving an outstanding result for every project. Just as importantly, we treat every project whether small, large, simple, or complex with absolute commitment and dedication. We are determined to ensure that the completed design and built project satisfies all the client's needs, objectives, and aspirations.

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