The project honours the Modernist spirit of the original structure while expanding its relationship to the surrounding terrain. Subtle yet decisive, the transformation introduces new volumes and openness without sacrificing the home’s relaxed, unpretentious character.

The architectural framework was carefully retained and extended, maintaining key elements such as the locally sourced stone wall and breeze blocks that once defined the home’s fabric. Reclaimed materials were central to the process—timber from a demolished building now lines the interior walls, while salvaged rafters have been repurposed as outdoor furniture. This spirit of reuse lends depth and authenticity, tying the new interventions to the home’s existing narrative.

Inside, Fabrikate developed an interior language that balances nostalgia with contemporary warmth. The palette, inspired by the natural vistas captured through expansive glazing, reflects the surrounding gullies and coastline: sun-warmed oak, terracotta, and concrete grey layered with green-blue cabinetry that anchors the kitchen. Each gesture feels deliberate and calm, creating continuity between the built form and its environment.