Judge’s House 1930

This grand Interwar Californian bungalow from the 1930’s has undergone a metamorphosis that respects its historical roots while embracing contemporary design. The new addition, distinct yet complementary, is situated to the north of the site. Separated by courtyards with a glass walkway link between, it creates a dialogue with the original structure, optimising passive solar design and offering a fresh aspect for the inward-facing site.

The home's layout is a study in seamless transition, with generous spaces, large openings, and an abundance of natural light serving as the conduits between old and new. The kitchen emerges as the fulcrum of this design, a central hub that bridges the historical and the modern.

Material choices are both practical and poetic. New additions feature durable materials that will gracefully patina over time, perfectly suited for a coastal lifestyle. Meanwhile, the original structure has not just been preserved but celebrated. Details have been meticulously restored and upgraded, paying homage to the home's storied past.

In the Judge's House, the old is allowed to be old, and the new is unapologetically new. Yet, in their juxtaposition, a sensitive balance is struck, creating a home that respects its heritage while looking confidently towards the future.

Location:
Cronulla, Sydney, Australia

Completed:
2021

Builder:
Walkerbuild

Photography:
Andy Macpherson