Ashgrove Hillside House / Kieron Gait Architects
The Ashgrove Hillside House sits on an enviable site – elevated and surrounded by wattle, gum trees and grevilleas with views out to Mt Coot-tha through the canopies.
The Ashgrove Hillside House sits on an enviable site – elevated and surrounded by wattle, gum trees and grevilleas with views out to Mt Coot-tha through the canopies.
Furniture and furnishings are curated and customised to support this design methodology, celebrating the heritage of the building and its connection to the city and river views.
Hendra House consists of the original Post-War structure, a contemporary extension and a walkway that eases the transition between old and new.
The Wooloowin House sits on a very steep, west facing site with distant views towards the Samford Valley.
The tiny home movement has seen a growing trend amongst our clients to procure a stand alone dwellings akin to a granny flat, but with enhanced design and lifestyle aspirations.
A key feature of the Winship Shed is its external façade with the striking dark metal cladding contrasting with the lighter interior. The very geometric and simple form was designed to ensure the house would not be too imposing or dominant over the street
This addition provides the family’s home with a more serviceable weather protected entertaining space, than the previous timber deck with flyover roof. It’s footprint continues to secure the connection between the original kitchen to the set down outdoor pool area.
The alterations and additions explore new ways to engage the street and garden while fostering family togetherness. The client’s love for their historic small footprint cottage and garden on 405m2, guided the decision to make small insertion / big impact moves.