A Walkway Between Post-war Structure and Contemporary Extension by Wrightson Stewart

A Walkway Between Post-war Structure and Contemporary Extension by Wrightson Stewart

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Hendra Project consists of the original Post-War structure, a contemporary extension, and a walkway that eases the transition between old and new.

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Facade

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Backyard

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Stairs to Entry from Walkway

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Exterior Looking Up

A strong floor plan’s geometry encourages a multiplicity of functions. It’s dictated by its bold angles and how the two main structures interact, creating a clear understanding of ‘zoning’ that also manages to keep the clutter of family life under control.

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Connection

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Deck off Living

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Deck off Primary Bedroom

The kid’s zone is housed within the original structure, with parents’ retreat and communal living in the extension. A transparent walkway connects both zones and the streetscape, featuring a joinery unit that encourages exploration on the journey between zones.

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Kitchen

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Built-in Dining Area

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Kitchen to Living Area

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Built-in Desk Joinery

A simple finish palette reflects the architecture. Terracotta references the area’s heritage in an unconventional way that is both nostalgic and uniquely Brisbane.

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Built-in DJ Booth

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Laundry

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Entry at Walkway

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Built-in Storage and Seating

The various apertures and openings draw glimpses of the surrounding terracotta roof lines into the interiors.

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Primary Bedroom

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Primary Bedroom Wardrobe

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Kid’s Bathroom

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Primary Ensuite

The kitchen island clad in terracotta continues this thread, finding inspiration from the Arts and Crafts movement and its philosophy of modest form and craftsmanship.

Interior Designer: Wrightson Stewart

Architect: Barbara Bailey

Photography by Kylie Hood