This home was a complete renovation of an existing beachside home, with a stunning location on Pittwater north of Sydney. The existing house was built in the early 1980s and was in need of updating but did not justify demolition. The decision was taken to keep the existing house and design a sympathetic addition to provide additional accommodation and transform the interior layout. This is a contemporary home tailored to our clients’ lifestyle, as they transition from the hustle and bustle of busy family life to a quieter and more relaxed life by the beach.
This project saw a complete overhaul of both the existing house and garden, which was designed and constructed by Fifth Season. The alterations and additions included a studio over the existing garage, a bespoke wine cellar, kitchen with walk-in pantry, master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite, library, home office and 2 x new guest bedrooms and bathrooms.
New bi-fold doors and windows and a new colour scheme simplified the exterior of the house and was complimented by the contemporary landscape design which included pre-cast concrete seats, be-spoke barbeque and a beautiful free-standing hardwood fence.
Existing Blackbutt floors were kept and the new stair and joinery feature re-cycled Blackbutt batten screens, benchtops and cladding. Walls were all painted in Dulux Natural White to compliment the extensive art collection which is hung on a recessed art-track system. All bathrooms use the same tile selection of vitrified concrete colored floors and matt white subway on the walls, to reflect light from high-level louvres and skylights. The end result is a home that is relaxed, offers generous open plan living and is connected to the stunning location. The state-of-the-art kitchen, pantry and ancillary spaces make the rituals of daily life easier while the outdoor spaces and garden allow time for contemplation and reflection.