Tasmanian houses

Captain Kelly’s Cottage / John Wardle Architects

January 15, 2018 / Contemporary Houses, John Wardle Architects

Captain Kelly’s Cottage involves the painstakingly considered restoration of the original weatherboard cottage on a remote bay of Bruny Island, Tasmania. Captain Kelly built the cottage in the 1830’s. The original cottage consisted of two structures: bedrooms and kitchen, surrounded by a wide verandah.

Shearers Quarters House / John Wardle Architects

June 22, 2016 / Contemporary Houses, John Wardle Architects

Shearers Quarters House, designed by John Wardle Architects, is a captivating companion building situated on Bruny Island, Tasmania. This charming residence stands alongside an existing historic cottage on a working sheep farm, serving as a modern tribute to the region’s agricultural heritage.