Manor Residence
For a growing family that loves to host, this home renovation extends the footprint with a refined rear addition. A multifunctional kitchen and dining space anchors the new layout, while floor-to-ceiling glass doors and natural materials create a warm, modern environment that seamlessly connects interior living with the outdoors.
Client's Vision
To reimagine a growing family’s home with adaptable, entertaining-ready spaces that evolve alongside their lifestyle. The goal was to add space without disrupting the original structure’s integrity, while enhancing the flow between interior and exterior environments.
Design Strategy
We used zoning parameters to guide the extension, introducing a clean square volume at the rear. The addition prioritizes natural light, multifunctional elements, and visual connection to the outdoors. The new layout centers around family gatherings, mealtime rituals, and seamless movement.
Key Challenge
Expanding a home with limited lot depth while preserving continuity between the old and new architectural expressions.
Our Solution
A square rear addition accommodates a kitchen and flexible dining zone, with a custom island that shifts roles throughout the day. Large glass doors connect this hub to the outdoor deck. Natural wood cladding on the exterior softens the modern form and creates warmth in tone and texture.
Defining Moments
- A single kitchen island with integrated seating zones and surface heights for versatility
- Floor-to-ceiling glass doors that erase the boundary between indoor and outdoor
- Timber slat exterior that visually warms and anchors the addition.
Project Partners
- CANect Limited
- Euro Star
- A.T. Fabrication Inc.
