Perched beside a 1933 Seattle landmark, the Loyal Captain House by Heliotrope Architects adds a 500 ft² kitchen pavilion that honors its Norwegian roots while embracing contemporary clarity. Moreover, the design weaves new and old together, creating distinct yet harmonious characters on the site.
House for BEES, designed by Downie North Architects, represents more than a clever acronym drawn from a family’s names—it captures a design philosophy centered on connection, craft, and care. Located in Mosman, Sydney, this thoughtful addition redefines the rear of a Federation-era home, creating a fluid relationship between house and garden.
This home was inspired by “Kintsugi”, the Japanese art of filling cracks in old and worn pottery with gold. It is a remodel and addition project at the base of the Colorado Rockies. We transformed an old, cramped kitchen, living, and dining space into a seamless, modern main level.
Adam Knibb Architects took on the challenge of extending and refurbishing Trevally House, a beloved period dwelling. Their goal was to create a unique, contemporary addition without losing the home’s existing charm. To achieve this, they replaced an old conservatory with a modern ground floor extension that spans the entire width of the property.
Bookend Addition by Studio Heim thoughtfully enhances a mid-century Seidler-inspired home with two new structures that honor the original design. This project skillfully integrates modern elements while maintaining the integrity of the existing dwelling, creating a harmonious and functional living space.
This residential renovation and addition project is a modern two-story addition to the rear of a preserved early 20th-century New Orleans Shotgun Duplex Home (a two-story mass to the rear is referred to as “Camelbacks” in New Orleans).
Located at 12 Calais Street in Southwark, within the Minet Estate Conservation Area of the London Borough of Lambeth, the Calais Street House by Paolo Cossu Architects beautifully merges Victorian charm with contemporary design. Overlooking the picturesque Myatt’s Fields Park, this three-storey Victorian terraced house has been thoughtfully extended to create a harmonious and stylish home.
Originally, the home was a 1960s detached house in Crystal Palace, situated at the end of a leafy cul-de-sac. It stood among mature trees and close neighbors. Although the family needed more space as they grew, the existing house was narrow, had low ceilings, and felt cramped. It also lacked a true connection to the outdoors.
Expanding your home can be an exciting opportunity to create more space for your growing needs, but it also comes with challenges. The key to a successful home addition is ensuring that the new space blends seamlessly with the existing structure, both functionally and aesthetically.
