Coogee Project

by Lane & Grove

Our Coogee Residential Project had a complete reconfiguration of the internal layout. The Master Planning saw the introduction of open plan entertaining areas, introduction of a private rumpus room with connection to the new lap pool, master suite, kid’s bedrooms, new bathrooms/ensuite, internal laundry, home office and generous decks. The outcome achieving flow through out and connection with the new light filled open plan spaces maximising the incredible valley views. The existing original federation home was very pokey and dark. Our clients were desperate for a light filled and spacious home for their family. The function has increased significantly. The light and view is enjoyed from all areas of their new home and they now have the ability to entertain with the covered deck, BBQ, outdoor dining and new lap pool. It has enhanced the quality of the home for the family who had lived in the home un-renovated for many years. The exterior envelope was maintained. We believe the internal re configuration and materials are well balanced with the existing façade, the transition from old to new being gradual and not over bearing or competing.

The kitchen become central to unlocking the best aspects of the site; a functional space that accommodated busy lives, cooking for a large family as well as entertaining friends. Materials were selected to be timeless, practical and hardy for a busy young family. We maintained soft tones throughout the family home of oak timbers, handmade tiles and Carrara stone created a timeless aesthetic. The hero of the home being the kitchen has textured black stained veneer paired with beautiful oak and stone moments. The western orientation meant we had to consider materials/colour due to the glare in the kitchen. The black oak is a bold statement but the balance of materials works well and does create a calmness when the afternoon sun streams into the home and it really frames the incredible valley view of Coogee. Although the coastal home is for a large young family we acknowledged the parents are also professional and social. With growing kids the dynamic of the home becoming open to entertaining was at the forefront of our planning and selection of materials, along with practicality and function. We wanted to create a space that works for both roles, family and adult entertaining. A space that can grow with their children as their needs and the way they use the home change.