1950s Yarralumla Duplex Gets a Sympathetic Extension and Renovation
RENOVATION & EXTENSION
We undertook a remarkable project in Yarralumla, ACT, breathing new life into a classic 1950s duplex. The goal? To blend modern functionality with the home’s original era, all while promoting energy efficiency.
Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future:
- Era-Appropriate Extension: A well-designed extension added a new kitchen, living area, and an extra bedroom to accommodate a growing family. Importantly, the extension echoed the architectural style of the 1950s, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic.
- Energy Efficiency Matters: Upgrading the home’s energy efficiency was a key focus, ensuring comfort and sustainability for the future.
- 50s Flair Preserved: The interior of the extension stayed true to the original era. V-J boards lined the kitchen and living space, complemented by handcrafted circular handles on the joinery. Even the architraves and window details were meticulously designed to match the 1950s style.
- Sustainable Touches: Recycled timber posts from Thor’s Hammer were used for the outdoor deck extension, creating a seamless connection to the house and adding a touch of sustainable luxury.
The result is a stunning renovation that celebrates the home’s heritage while equipping it for modern living. The Yarralumla duplex now boasts a beautiful blend of functionality, style, and environmental consciousness.
We undertook a remarkable project in Yarralumla, ACT, breathing new life into a classic 1950s duplex. The goal? To blend modern functionality with the home’s original era, all while promoting energy efficiency.
Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future:
- Era-Appropriate Extension: A well-designed extension added a new kitchen, living area, and an extra bedroom to accommodate a growing family. Importantly, the extension echoed the architectural style of the 1950s, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic.
- Energy Efficiency Matters: Upgrading the home’s energy efficiency was a key focus, ensuring comfort and sustainability for the future.
- 50s Flair Preserved: The interior of the extension stayed true to the original era. V-J boards lined the kitchen and living space, complemented by handcrafted circular handles on the joinery. Even the architraves and window details were meticulously designed to match the 1950s style.
- Sustainable Touches: Recycled timber posts from Thor’s Hammer were used for the outdoor deck extension, creating a seamless connection to the house and adding a touch of sustainable luxury.
The result is a stunning renovation that celebrates the home’s heritage while equipping it for modern living. The Yarralumla duplex now boasts a beautiful blend of functionality, style, and environmental consciousness.
Happy Results, Happy Clients
We are extremely happy with our extension/renovation project and recommend CJC with the greatest of confidence.
A team of skilled tradesmen, they were professional, courteous and friendly throughout. From beginning to end, the process for our build was a smooth, well managed and enjoyable. We are pleased with the attention to detail and CJC were very open to our ideas and vision. We also really appreciated the realistic and accurate allowances that resulted in our build not going over budget!
Chris has a genuine leadership quality that inspires confidence in his crew and sub contractors, who all shared a similar attention to detail and were personable to deal with.
Thanks to the CJC team!
Murray & Yvette
Happy Results, Happy Clients
We are extremely happy with our extension/renovation project and recommend CJC with the greatest of confidence.
A team of skilled tradesmen, they were professional, courteous and friendly throughout. From beginning to end, the process for our build was a smooth, well managed and enjoyable. We are pleased with the attention to detail and CJC were very open to our ideas and vision. We also really appreciated the realistic and accurate allowances that resulted in our build not going over budget!
Chris has a genuine leadership quality that inspires confidence in his crew and sub contractors, who all shared a similar attention to detail and were personable to deal with.
Thanks to the CJC team!
Murray & Yvette
- Architect: Plan It Green
- Photographer: Murphstone Media
