More than a decade ago, the owners of this 377 sqm home added two bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry and garage to their existing villa. While the extension solved immediate needs, it gradually became apparent that the original house no longer worked as part of a cohesive whole.  The decision was made to start again.

The brief called for a low-maintenance, two-storey home filled with natural light, generous glazing and large sliding doors, while also sitting comfortably alongside the surrounding rural buildings associated with the family business. Construction began in 2024, with father and son continuing to live in the retained extension, as the new home took shape around them.

Several design changes along the way including an additional double garage and woodshed, extended the timeline but strengthened the final result. Plus, the earlier extension has been reclad to match the new work so successfully it’s impossible to distinguish between the two generations of construction.

Inside, timber, stone and textured finishes bring depth and character, while expansive glazing floods living spaces with lights.

A dramatic staircase and sophisticated kitchen add to the new-found elegance.  While an all-weather outdoor entertaining zone arrived late in the process, it has become one of the most enjoyed spaces in the home.