Asbestos lean-to! Many of us have squared up to them during our renovation experiences & even MOTH puts his hands up in defeat & calls in the experts when demolishing one of these nightmares. Sam Crawford Architects got hold of this little beauty in Sydney for their clients & did a fab reno. The original house, a modest inter-war bungalow typical of the Waverley area was worth retaining. They removed the asbestos rear lean-to and created a new kitchen and living area which opens onto a covered outdoor entertaining space and added a plunge pool in the back yard for good measure. They retained the simple original facade of the house but it's now viewed through a translucent screen.....clever stuff!
It's no McMansion but I really like the vibe it puts out. A real little pocket rocket.
Hi Millie Fixed my problem commenting thanks to a dream house for Trish. There's really so much knowledge out there in blog land. Clever those architects Kind Regards Karen
Awesome post! I love what you guys are always up too. Such clever work and reporting! Great transformation and especially love the way it opens up to the pool and outdoor area. The blog was absolutely fantastic! Lots of great information and inspiration! residential interior designer
Strength and beauty are some of the key characteristics of furniture, which explain the resurgence of people seeking them for their own homes. The furniture used in this building is so beautiful. A well designed furniture increase the beauty of any house as well office.
Life in the little village of Stirling in the hills above Adelaide in South Australia is just about as good as it gets! Enjoying a cool climate and 'hill-station' feel, Stirling is well-known for its 19th-century stone villas set on large grounds dense with roses, camellias, rhododendrons and huge old Oaks.
With 3 sons, 3 grandchildren & my work in a scientific business dominated by yes, more men, The Laurel Hedge was born out of my sheer desperation for something the boys just don't get & never will!
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'No matter what happens, somebody will find a way to take it all too seriously.'
15 years of renovating was over - we'd just completed everything & were really enjoying our lovely old Victorian villa in the Eastern suburbs of Adelaide. However we'd always had a fondness for the country life & without warning we found ourselves transported by alien beings disguised as Real Estate Agents to a house on 1/2 acre of wild, rambling gardens in Stirling!
The house is circa 1972 & with all the 70's features. Open-faced brown brick walls, raked ceilings, exposed beams, split levels - totally yuk! However, it's inherent design is great & the location amazing - tucked behind a wonderful old laurel hedge in a quiet country lane in the heart of gorgeous Stirling.
Hi Millie
ReplyDeleteFixed my problem commenting thanks to a dream house for Trish.
There's really so much knowledge out there in blog land.
Clever those architects
Kind Regards
Karen
Amazing transformation. Very attractive, modern but comfortable and welcoming house.
ReplyDeletegreat use of space! I really like the house, though I can't imagine living that close to someone else;)
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Oh it's perfection Millie. I'm into pocket rockets big time. Love it. A-M xx
ReplyDeleteGreat transformation and especially love the way it opens up to the pool and outdoor area.
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I do love reading your lingo Millie....a 'pocket rocket'....is that a new Aussie expression?? And a very gorgeous house by the way....xv
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and thinking of that sweet spot.
what is that cat doing in that picture?
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Awesome post! I love what you guys are always up too. Such clever work and reporting! Great transformation and especially love the way it opens up to the pool and outdoor area. The blog was absolutely fantastic! Lots of great information and inspiration!
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I am very much impressed with this article. This house is really very beautiful and it’s really the perfect mix of style and comfort.
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Strength and beauty are some of the key characteristics of furniture, which explain the resurgence of people seeking them for their own homes. The furniture used in this building is so beautiful. A well designed furniture increase the beauty of any house as well office.
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