Eureka • Extend & Enhance

This project explores the retrofit and extension of an existing home, giving the building a new life while retaining and working with its existing character.

The design responds to the site and its bushland setting, while reflecting the client’s personal style and way of living. Rather than replacing the existing structure, the approach is to retain its good bones and improve its performance through considered building science and construction detailing.

The retrofit will investigate opportunities to improve insulation, weather protection, airtightness and thermal performance, with high-performance windows and doors forming part of the new building envelope. The design will also respond carefully to the bushfire requirements of the site.

Currently at sketch design stage, the project will continue to evolve as we investigate the existing building and refine the balance between old and new, comfort and performance.