The brief our Pascoe Vale client gave to Capital Building was, initially, to design an upper extension consisting of 2 generous bedrooms, a bathroom and a living room / retreat for the owners of two maturing offspring.
Type:
Double Storey Extension & Renovation
Features:
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
Living room/retreat
Ensuite
Capital’s design team, led by Dean, came up with an upper concept providing ample space and aesthetic appeal.
As the photos show, the second storey extension nestles in sympathetically with the existing and original 1930’s ground floor Californian bungalow home. The stepped facade of the upper extension follows the roof contour below, providing the gentle integration of a large extension without creating overt, visual bulk.
At ground level, a new large ensuite and walk-in robe were required for the existing master bedroom. The old bathroom and a large bedroom made way for these and a stairway for the new upper extension. Late in the planning process owners, Justin and Donna decided their whole house needed to be perfect, not just the parts we were extending.
Consequently the ground floor, family, dining and kitchen areas (including bathrooms) were to be gutted and redesigned as an open plan concept.The existing ground floor footprint was opened up, with large windows and sliding doors leading out to the new alfresco area.
These areas provide natural light and large flowing spaces, perfect for entertaining. The modern kitchen, with a butler’s pantry, is a focal point. The long splash back window providing light and linear, spatial continuity.
Polished Australian hardwood floor boards, give warmth and complementary sight lines to the kitchen/ living design, as do the built in gas log fire place and blue stone hearth. Once again the photos are a testament to the owners quest for a sleek and well resolved aesthetic.
Large credit goes to them for their vision and uncompromising effort, aided by the skills of the Capital design and building team, culminating in this stunning end result. If you have a building project requiring skill, effort and you are up for the challenge, give Capital building a call. Capital building enjoy the challenge of realising their clients ideas.
Designed by Capital Building, drafting by a1drafting.com.au
Want a roadmap to extending your home? This brochure has everything you need to know before you start.
Discover design inspiration, budgeting, finishes & materials, contracts & permits, the construction process and more.
A home extension involves adding additional space to your existing home, expanding its size and accommodating your changing needs without the need for moving.
Capital Building offer a variety of home extension options, including rear extensions, side extensions, loft conversions, basement conversions, and multi-story extensions, depending on your specific requirements and property layout.
The need for planning permission depends on factors such as the size and location of the property and the proposal, along with property covenants and overlays.. Our team will assess your project and advise you on the necessary permits and planning regulations.
The duration of a home extension project varies depending on its size and complexity. Typically, the planning and design phase takes 3-4 months, excluding town planning approval if that’s required. Depending on the scope of the project, construction might take 6 months for a smaller and simpler build and up to 9 months or more, for larger and more complex builds.
Yes, Capital Building offer design and build services to plan and visualise your home extension. Our team of designers can provide free, no obligation concept designs and budgets, which can be formalised into professional drawings by Architectural Draftspeople.
To get started, you can contact us to schedule an initial consultation. Our team will visit your property, assess your needs, discuss design ideas, provide an estimate, and guide you through the next steps.
Depending on the scope of the extension and the level of disruption, it may be possible to live in your home during the construction. However, there may be certain periods where temporary accommodation is recommended or required.
Typically, house extensions cost $3500-$4500 per square metre. This cost will change based on your build preferences. The most accurate way to find out how much your extension will cost is to get a free quote.
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Building an extension or renovating is one of the biggest purchases in our lifetime. Therefore, it is essential that before going ahead with a project you can trust the building company that you choose. Capital Building has an impressive list of credentials which means that should you choose it, you will be using a trusted, experienced, honest and safe building operator.
