This carefully considered custom renovation of a 1980s rural home brings renewed warmth, functionality and connection to the outdoors. Focused on light, flow and year-round liveability, it celebrates the home’s original character while enhancing internal comfort for modern living. The result is a calm, confident space that feels both timeless and in tune with its surroundings.
The new layout invites the outside in. An expansive veranda now captures northern sunlight and offers shelter from the elements, forming a tranquil escape to enjoy throughout the seasons. Alongside the pool, a striking cantilevered pergola adds sculptural presence while providing soft shade to create a resort-like experience.
Inside, warm Australian hardwood floors pair beautifully with a central timber fireplace, while a crisp, calming palette brings balance and simplicity. Custom kitchen joinery delivers both functionality and finesse, tying the interiors together with a sense of cohesion and craftsmanship. Every detail complements the rural setting, from earthy materials to the subtle, blended tones drawn from the local landscape.
Original architectural elements, including the signature break in the roofline, were embraced. Raked ceilings, expansive glazing and cross ventilation elevate comfort, while the layout balances open-plan living with private retreats. Built-in storage and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions support both daily living and effortless entertaining.
The garden and landscaping were thoughtfully reworked to maintain harmony with the home’s new form. Existing paving, garden beds and pool surrounds were refreshed and integrated into the updated design, creating practical, peaceful outdoor spaces visually connected to the architecture.
From early concept through to completion, every element of this home has been carefully shaped to support the owners’ lifestyle and values. The result is a rural sanctuary that feels both grounded and elevated.
