Modern Architectural Extension in Alphington

Designed around maximising sunlight and indoor/outdoor connection, this project design commenced in 2023 & the build was completed in December 2024.

Architect: Lyndal Williams 
Builder: Larkin Group
Interior Design: Laura Vivian

Photography: First Point Productions

The Story

This project reimagined a single-fronted weatherboard cottage to enhance flow, functionality, and family living. The clients wanted three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate office, and an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area with a strong connection to the outdoors.

To achieve this, we relocated the living areas and kitchen to the rear, overlooking the north-facing garden, while the front of the house now accommodates the bedrooms, bathrooms, and flexible study/living space. A raked ceiling, cosy window seat, and clerestory windows were added between the existing home and garage to create a thoughtful transitional space. Cornerless openings from the dining and kitchen areas extend seamlessly onto the covered outdoor deck, enhancing indoor-outdoor living.