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Lobelia Court

From the initial consultation, concept to completion, we were challenged in many ways with this project.

When originally approached, our client was in 2 minds – renovate or detonate… Some big decisions were required, and a feasible budget was established.  This property had been a much-loved family home for several generations, plus their love for the established surrounding suburb, the tough decisions were no easy feat. With a nostalgic vision, due to the family ties, we ended up somewhere in the middle with the best of both worlds.

This dwelling really was lacking in street appeal, with an odd shaped skillion roof, low ceiling height, a rear extension, bag finish rendered façade, outdated internal fit-out, poorly positioned AC condensers and lacking in storage and living space for a growing family, this late 80’s home was due for a major overhaul over.  What we managed to produce, was no small feat….

The design scope included heightened walls, additional bedroom/master suite, dual car space and functional living spaces, natural light and ventilation, plus maintaining a modern, attractive façade, we were able to tick all the boxes on paper, so onto construction we went.

The walls were raised from 2400mm to 2800mm creating spacious feel. A scissor truss system was factored in to provide a raked ceiling to the rear patio adding to the spacious feel. With the use of large window openings and louvres, plus sizeable external doors with crimsafe screens, we were able to guarantee amazing cross flow ventilation when preferred, over the split system air-conditioning throughout, whilst maintain beautiful natural light throughout all areas of this home.

We used a mixture of concrete masonry block construction and light weight construction, to add a nice contrasting feature to the façade. Utilising Cemintel ‘Edge Cladding’ panelling to feature walls and gable ends, plus smooth rockcote rendered CMB walls, we were able to produce a nice modern coastal feel. Internally we opted for tall internal door openings, vinyl plank flooring, light coloured joinery/stone and timber look benchtops, plus beautifully tiled bathrooms and splashbacks, we were able to continue the modern coastal feel throughout. Clean lines of the black aluminium framed glazing throughout have also added a touch of sophistication.