Bay Street, Botany

A full renovation and extension of a late‑1800s worker’s cottage transformed this semi-detached terrace home into a light‑filled, open‑plan family retreat tailored for contemporary living. Blending industrial and Victorian design, the project preserves the cottage’s original character while introducing generous ceiling heights and abundant natural light to completely reimagine the interior experience.

Project highlights

• Bespoke kitchen: Crafted around the homeowners’ lifestyle, anchored by a striking custom 2m x 2m skylight that floods the space with daylight. Ceiling‑height, white‑washed hoop pine joinery and fully integrated appliances create a refined, seamless aesthetic that enhances the sense of volume within the narrow terrace footprint.
• Black steel windows and doors: A bold architectural feature that references the area’s industrial heritage while framing views and drawing light deep into the home.
• Sunken lounge: The rear corner of the home opens completely onto a generous, covered hardwood deck, delivering effortless indoor–outdoor flow and significantly expanding the living and entertaining zones.