Finlay Street by Christopher Clinton Architect

The comfort of Finlay Street is enhanced with modern touches, where Christopher Clinton Architect deftly blends heritage elements with contemporary selections.

Nestled in historic Battery Point, Tasmania, Finlay Street stands out for its intriguing past as a former stable and coach quarters. This historical form served as inspiration for the new addition. By blending old and new elements, the renovated home pays homage to its heritage while welcoming future possibilities for its residents. Christopher Clinton Architect carefully crafts an approach that respects the original structure yet feels fresh and intentional.

By blending old and new elements, the renovated home pays homage to its heritage while welcoming future possibilities for its residents.

Despite the measures taken to preserve the existing home, opportunities arose to enhance its passive features. Integrated timber openings are incorporated to frame views, guide sightlines and manage sunlight entry. Additionally, the introduction of double-glazed windows enhances thermal efficiency while preserving the historic charm of the house. Emphasising craftsmanship from the original residence, this attention to detail extends to the new elements, ensuring a thoughtful and consistent approach.

Rooted in the area’s rich heritage, the dwelling’s cultural significance also informed the approach. Internally, showcasing the original brick structure became a focal point, replacing outdated materials with Tasmanian oak for warmth and authenticity. Raising the roof allows for increased natural light and creates a lantern-like effect, visually connecting old and new elements. Alongside thermal optimisation, other systems were implemented to reduce a reliance on external energy sources, encouraging the architecture to perform more efficiently.

Internally, showcasing the original brick structure became a focal point, replacing outdated materials with Tasmanian oak for warmth and authenticity.

By blending the old with the new in such a considered way, Finlay Street exemplifies how distinct eras can mutually enrich each other. Christopher Clinton Architect uniquely transforms the heritage home into an experience for the occupants, as a result.

Architecture by Christopher Clinton Architect. Build by Thylacine Constructions. Landscape design by Susan McKinnon Garden Design.