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Dickens St Residence, Glen Iris, Victoria, Australia by Chan Architecture

Project name:
Dickens Street Residence, Glen Iris
Architecture firm:
Chan Architecture Pty Ltd
Location:
Glen Iris, Victoria, Australia
Photography:
Tatjana Plitt
Principal architect:
Anthony Chan
Design team:
Anthony Chan
Collaborators:
Interior design:
Chan Architecture Pty Ltd
Built area:
323 m²
Site area:
460 m²
Design year:
2021
Completion year:
2023
Civil engineer:
Wright Design
Structural engineer:
Wright Design
Environmental & MEP:
Landscape:
Focal Point Design
Lighting:
Chan Architecture
Supervision:
Visualization:
Tools used:
ArchiCAD
Construction:
Brick Veneer
Material:
Brick Veneer
Budget:
$1.2m
Client:
Private
Status:
Completed
Typology:
Residential › House

Chan Architecture: Situated on an elevated, sloping site in Glen Iris, this project involved expanding a 1920s Art Deco residence encompassing the addition of a new kitchen, dining area, living space, three extra bedrooms, a home office, three fresh bathrooms, and a garage and laundry to the rear.

Existing spaces and period details in the original front part of the house were retained, with the front living room repurposed as a master bedroom, walk in robe and ensuite with a new powder room and stairs worked into the existing building footprint.

A new light-filled spacious kitchen, dining and living room was added to the rear, running along the south side of the block so as to maximise the opportunity for north facing windows. The south side of the room was punctuated by a long skylight to allow natural light into the south side of the room.

Externally, the extension presents itself as a dark-toned, contemporary structure with clean lines, contrasting with the Art Deco style of the original dwelling. Dark grey vertical blades provide visual interest and architectural expression whilst offering privacy for the first floor bedrooms.

Internally a material palette featuring black cabinetry, warm timber veneers, and natural marble was carefully selected to create a striking contrast with the white-limed engineered flooring. Each bathroom was adorned with beautifully crafted handmade feature tiles, adding a touch of uniqueness and individuality to the interiors.


By Alfredo Gonzalez

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