Participating in this remarkable project was truly a privilege. The client's recent acquisition was an older-style red brick cottage, characterized by its solid foundation and abundant potential. The property boasted captivating vistas that begged to be embraced, and the project's directive was to enhance these panoramic views through strategic spatial reconfiguration.
The transformation was nothing short of astounding. The dwelling evolved from a confined, single-story structure with an underlying garage, encompassing modest living quarters, a dining area, and a kitchen, along with two bedrooms. The outcome, however, was a splendid two-story masterpiece. The design seamlessly integrated an open-plan living arrangement, an expansive kitchen, and a dining area that gracefully extended onto a spacious deck, revealing captivating northeastern panoramas on the upper level. This new configuration also featured four bedrooms, with the master suite boasting an expansive ensuite and a walk-in wardrobe. On the lower level, a generous family room emerged, connecting effortlessly to a sprawling covered alfresco zone complete with its own inviting plunge pool.
Notably, the property's metamorphosis extended beyond the main residence. An existing, outdated studio was skillfully repurposed into a charming boutique one-bedroom secondary dwelling. The results are truly astounding—this property has shed its unassuming origins to emerge as an unrecognizable gem. Once an inconspicuous presence in an esteemed neighborhood, it has now transformed into the epitome of elegance and sophistication, a true swan in every sense.
Proposed alteration and additions, new pool and secondary dwelling conversion
Saratoga, Central Coast NSW
JMC Built