John Street House
2017 Gadi Country / Woollahra, NSW
An open flexible layout allows for expansion and contraction.
The extensive alterations and additions to this Woollahra home comprise our fourth project for this family. They had purchased the property with an approved development application, and asked us to redesign the building within the approved envelope so as to expedite the project.
Old and New Set in Deliberate Contrast
Heritage and addition are defined through ridge height, materiality, and form.
We reinstated the street address of the original cottage, constructed in the 1860s, and re-established the front entry door. A clear delineation was then established between the old and the new – by way of a change in ridge height, a change in materiality, and a change in scale for the garage addition.
Discover more
“Beyond the front rooms of the cottage, the dwelling was completely rebuilt. This third volume, hidden from street view, is clearly articulated through form and the use of white washed handmade bricks.”
Bedrooms are located on the street level while the lower ground level contains the living, kitchen and dining rooms. These rooms open to both the central courtyard, and the rear garden and pool.
Connectivity through the building and linking the two outdoor areas is key to the success of the design. This open flexible layout allows for expansion and contraction, allowing a couple to live in the house comfortably, while also easily accommodating children and grandchildren.
Awards & Recognition
2019 Woollahra Design Excellence Awards
Shortlist
John Street House Gallery
| Project info | Details |
|---|---|
| Team | Sam Crawford, Antonia Frey, Nicole Cusack, Madeleine Rowe, Matthew Bolton, Luke Grey |
| Builder | SQ Projects |
| Consultants | Geotechnical Engineer – JK Geotechnics Heritage – Weir Phillips Heritage Hydraulic Engineer – NB Consulting Engineers Landscape – Christopher Owen Land Survey – Geographic Solutions Lighting – LPA Mechanical Engineer – Arup Planner – Tony Moody Structural – Cantilever Engineers Quantity Surveyor – QS Plus |
| Council | Woollahra |
| Photographer | Ben Guthrie |
| Awards | 2019 Woollahra Design Excellence Awards – Shortlist |
| Completion | 2017 |
What we do
Houses
Thoughtfully designed homes that reflect how you live, now and into the future. We design spaces that quietly elevate how people live and connect. These are the qualities that define our work & create a lasting, positive impact. Learn more about our residential home architecture.
Discover moreMore Houses
Bronte Sisters
Flexible multi-functional family living and privacy. Bronte Sisters comprises two dwellings; a heritage listed house, previously renovated in…
Darlinghurst Terrace
A sensory oasis from the hustle and bustle of inner city living. An artist and musician updating their…