DESIGN WORKSHOP: A home for the generations

When Heather and her family moved from their 1950s home into a new granny flat at the rear of the property, they realised how much better life can be in a thermally comfortable dwelling. They are keen to upgrade the old house to match, and add space and flexibility for multi-generational living. Local architect Matt Thitchener has some suggestions on how best to go about it.

Want us to Design Workshop your house? To apply, email sanctuary@renew.org.au with your plans and a brief outline of your project. PROJECT TYPE Renovation and extension LOCATION North Curl Curl, NSW (Guringai Country) EXISTING HOUSE SIZE 90m2 PROPOSED HOUSE SIZE 150m2 LAND SIZE 700m2 BUDGET $400,000-$500,000 THE BRIEF • Add two-storey rear extension while retaining the home’s character • Accommodate two households on the property with shared, accessible spaces on lower level • Use the north-eastern orientation for natural lighting and passive solar heating The original two-bedroom house has sentimental value for Heather, as it was built by her grandparents and holds many happy childhood memories. Now owned by her mum Margaret, it suffers from typical issues associated with its era: hot in summer and cold in winter, with an…

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