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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Front aspect - after
Front aspect - before
New rear entertaining area & deck - after
Rear area - before (showing the challenges with the rear land)
Glass bridge spanning the water feature links the original part of the house to the new addition
The bridge's see-through stairs
Sliding recessed doors open up the entire entertaining area on warm, sunny days
The formal living area in the original part of the house with hallway leading to the front door
Casual living area in the new addition
More sliding doors give the deck unimpeded access during summerImages Trend Ideas
I do love a good before & after story - even though at the moment I feel like I'm living in the & space! Half a lovely house, half a disaster zone! This little timber cottage in Auckland is a beauty, but the architects were faced with quite a dilemma. A very big drop-off half way down the sloping block (or 'siction' if you're a Kiwi !). Left brain creativity ruled & a covered glass bridge complete with see-through stairs linking the original part of the house to the new addition was built. I also love the way this then creates 2 distinct living zones, the bedrooms, bathrooms, formal living areas & study in the front & the kitchen, laundry & entertaining area at the rear.
The ultra gorgeous bridge also spans a water feature, adding more visual beauty to the design. Just a fabulous, relaxed home given a whole new lease of life.
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