canopy above. This reaches around the existing house, and continues to the west of the plot,
providing an additional sheltered seating space. This canopy incorporates openings for the
existing trees and partial shading elements, providing protection to the southern facing façade
with delicate timber louvres.
In terms of updating the existing house, the traditional geometry has been embraced, using
materiality to tie the scheme together. The wrapping gesture is continued with an element of
Zinc, beginning on the north elevation of the existing house and continuing over the roof to
overhang and provide shading to the south elevation, while the remaining facades of the existing
house are now clad in timber to match the extension.
A palette of natural and man-made materials was carefully curated. The zinc has a strong
agricultural feel that defines the context and client’s heritage whilst providing a protective
gesture. This is contrasted with the linear timber cladding which acts as a contemporary, yet
rural material, and the fibre cement provides a cool toned solidity to compliment the warm
details of timber.
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