Kirsten Johnstone Architecture

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Kirsten Johnstone Architecture
32 Reviews

Camberwell One

A complete transformation has restored this original Victorian residence to rightly claim a proud position on this sought after street in Camberwell. Kirsten Johnstone Architecture (formerly Eco Edge Architecture + Interior Design) was engaged to complete the Sketch Design Stage, tackle a protracted Heritage planning process to enable a reconstruction of the Victorian era dwelling and full Architectural documentation of the residence including all aspects of the interior design.
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This project was a Finalist in the 2017 Dulux Colour Awards - Single Residential Exterior + Single Residential Interior.
Project Year: 2016
Project Cost: $1,000,001 AUD - $1,500,000 AUD
Country: Australia
Postcode: 3124
Others who worked on this project: Tatjana Plitt Photography
Replica Victorian timber block weatherboards to the front facade, new double hung windows, metal lacework and columns to the verandah, replacement of the slate roof with a thoroughly modern and elegant grey colour palette.
Camberwell One
An extended deep roof reveal frames and protects the interior spaces. Timeless black aluminium frames, stylish grey colour palette with bluestone paving and a relaxed outdoor entertaining area create a thoroughly Melbourne family home.
Camberwell One
The sophisticated colour and finishes palette lends this family residence uncommon beauty and visual interest. High level operable louvre windows permit natural ventilation control, motorised roller blinds enable interaction with Melbourne's changeable weather conditions, polished concrete flooring...
Camberwell One
The timber floorboards lining the Entry Hallway are continued along the spine of the home, cleverly concealing abundant storage and providing a decidedly warm textured backdrop. Ever practical polished concrete floors with in-slab hydronic heating; bluestone hearth and Japanese tiles complete the...
Camberwell One
Superb Japanese tiles clad the fireplace with black gloss shelving against matt wall finishes displays a confidence in the implicit beauty of the simplicity.
Camberwell One
Over sized charcoal bell shaped light fittings; flush finishes; bold use of subtle texture and matt v gloss levels create a finished home of uncommon beauty and timeless appeal. Photography: Tatjana Plitt
Camberwell One
Over sized charcoal bell shaped light fittings; flush finishes; bold use of subtle texture and matt v gloss levels create a finished home of uncommon beauty and timeless appeal.
Camberwell One
Controlled views and alignments, the use of tone and contrast are sculpted with a proud practicality in this project.
Camberwell One
The inherent beauty of natural materials enhanced with modern form.
Camberwell One
Elevation towards the backyard; textured wall beyond conceals the garage accessed from the rear laneway.
Camberwell One
A considered space for quieter moments. The restored original mantelpiece and surround frames a new gas log fire insert.
Camberwell One
The generous master bedroom includes an octagonal form overlooking the street and a lovingly restored original marble fireplace. The blue hue chosen from the marble veining ensures a restful space with a new opening to the Walk In Robe and Ensuite beyond.
Camberwell One
The 4m high ceilings to the master ensuite allowed the use of 3m porcelain tiles with a generous double walk in shower, freestanding bath and a one way glass window wall.
Camberwell One
The secret door to the powder room reveals a light filled room with a cantilevered vanity with concealed storage drawer.
Camberwell One
A Study to dream of! Deliberately designed to reduce eye strain, the black finishes include walls, carpet, blinds, the plentiful file drawer storage under the window seat and built-in desk. The pop of green and cantilevered timber shelf echoes the courtyard plantings behind.
Camberwell One
A child's bedroom with a place for everything! Kirsten Johnstone Architecture (formerly Eco Edge Architecture + Interior Design) has applied personal and professional experience in the design of the built-in joinery here. The fun of a window seat includes storage drawers below which seamlessly...
Camberwell One
The family bathroom traverses the old and new areas of the home. The shower and toilet alcove was conceived with light flooding and cascading down those waterfall coloured penny rounds. A shade of blue was selected from the mosaic tiles and applied to the vanity joinery with further storage behind...
Camberwell One