Renovating a home is often sparked by a blend of necessity and desire for improvement. For the owners of a 1920s house in Perth, the decision to renovate was long overdue. They had endured the quirks of their home, from an inconveniently placed bathroom to a cramped kitchen that served as both a place to cook and a thoroughfare. However, it wasn’t until their kitchen oven decided to retire that they decided to take action.
Initially, the plan was to focus solely on the kitchen. But as discussions unfolded, the realisation dawned. The problematic bathroom layout was another hassle they didn’t need to deal with on busy mornings. With young children and financial constraints, they had put up with the inconveniences for far too long. Seeking advice on improvements that would enhance both their living experience and the home’s resale value, they consulted with a real estate agent friend.
The advice was clear: fixing the bathroom conundrum was the first place to start. Positioned awkwardly in the middle of the house, it disrupted traffic flow, especially since the house had been previously extended. Seeking professional assistance, the owners enlisted the help of the Australian Renovation Group based in. Collaborating with the renovation experts, plans were drawn up to relocate both the kitchen and bathroom while also redesigning the central hall to create a seamless flow through the house.
The renovation project was only just beginning. In addition to addressing the layout issues, the owners decided to expand vertically, adding a second storey. This new space would feature a parents’ retreat comprising a bedroom, ensuite, walk-in robe, study, sitting room with a kitchenette, and a balcony offering stunning city views. The old kitchen area was repurposed into a staircase leading to this retreat, while an existing bedroom was transformed into a new bathroom.
The heart of the home, the kitchen, was given a modern makeover, cleverly designed to maximise the available space. Despite the renovations, the owners were keen to retain the character of the original house. Features such as leadlight windows, Federation-era subway and tessellated tiles, and solid jarrah floors and architraves were either replicated or repurposed into the new areas.
Australian Renovation Group’s designer ensured that every detail, from the architraves to the skirting boards, was meticulously matched to maintain the home’s cohesive aesthetic. The result was a rejuvenated home with improved flow and functionality, seamlessly blending character charm with modern comforts.
For the client, the renovated home not only met their practical needs but also evoked a sense of warmth and nostalgia reminiscent of their previous life in the countryside. Despite the significant changes, the essence of the home remained, creating a space that felt familiar yet refreshed—a testament to the success of their renovation journey with Australian Renovation Group, a proudly Perth renovations company.
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