Chillingham, NSW
Reworking the remnants
The Chillingham homestead was established in 1978, the family lived and farmed the expansive property until it was sold to our clients in 2015. Understanding the significant heritage of their new property, our clients approached the project with a clear vision, firstly to restore the property to its former glory, then introduce new functional, contemporary elements that would remain sensitive to the original architecture. The windows and door design has captured and framed the surrounding rainforest, bring the outdoors in and softening the interiors with gentle, lush greenery at ever glance.
“The connection was considered from the very beginning while conceptualising the transition between these spaces. Situating the main bedroom windows with openness towards views of the mountains made the most sense.”
This project is not just about construction; it’s about preserving and enhancing a property rich in character and steeped in history.
It’s all in the details, blackbutt V joint timber linings with secret fastening along with the vintage restored bath paired with Astra Walker’s “timeless innovative bathware”.
Caba Beach House
Revamped + Refreshed
Caba Beach House involved large scale alterations to the existing family residence. Considered and strategic planning has provided a light filled and peaceful family home with direct connections to the entertaining space. The home was extended into the rear garage to allow for open plan living spaces.
The living and dining room were moved into the newly constructed space at the rear of the property which features a cathedral style roof clad with V joint panelling. The removal of a majority of the internal walls was achieved with clever structural design, implemented carefully by the ABPM to transform and reinvigorate the home. The simple palette of natural materials throughout further accentuates the grounded nature of the building. The final design achieves a rebirth of what was an underachieving home, elevating it to suit the needs of our clients. Transforming the front garage into a studio apartment was a special touch.
Parkside on Bailey
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Whether it is our own design, working with your architects or improving the outcome of your existing plans, we are excited to assist you complete a better home.