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Location
Thornbury, Melbourne
Build
Topp Constructs
Photographer
Tom Ross
Thornbury, Melbourne
Build
Topp Constructs
Photographer
Tom Ross
Thornbury Eucalyptus House is a compact rear addition to an existing cottage in Melbourne’s north. The design is organised around an established Eucalyptus leucoxylon in the rear garden, with the new extension reaching up towards the tree; framing it at the centre of the living spaces.
Replacing a low lean-to with limited natural light, the addition extends upwards and outwards to create a more open connection to the garden. A north-facing facade is shaded by deep eaves and external awnings. Large sliding doors open onto a narrow timber deck, which also functions as built-in seating along the garden edge. Externally, a continuous awning extends along the northern and western elevations to provide solar protection.
The compact kitchen, dining and living spaces are defined through changes in ceiling height, outlook and integrated joinery. A lower ceiling establishes a more contained living area, with a built-in timber bench seat positioned beneath a large picture window. The window provides a view of the garden from both the living area and the adjoining study nook, extending the outlook through to the home's front entry.
Replacing a low lean-to with limited natural light, the addition extends upwards and outwards to create a more open connection to the garden. A north-facing facade is shaded by deep eaves and external awnings. Large sliding doors open onto a narrow timber deck, which also functions as built-in seating along the garden edge. Externally, a continuous awning extends along the northern and western elevations to provide solar protection.
The compact kitchen, dining and living spaces are defined through changes in ceiling height, outlook and integrated joinery. A lower ceiling establishes a more contained living area, with a built-in timber bench seat positioned beneath a large picture window. The window provides a view of the garden from both the living area and the adjoining study nook, extending the outlook through to the home's front entry.