The Wasley

Residential
Alteration and Addition
2017
Whadjuk
Mount Lawley

Photographer
Dion Robeson

Energy Efficiency Assessor
Structere

Building Surveyor
John Massey Group

Red brick house with a gray metal roof, surrounded by a metal fence and a driveway, during evening.

Design it with impact and contrast

Located on a inner city block, the owner wanted to transform this tired, run down home into an entertainers dream, suitable for a young family. The alteration and addition was to be sympathetic to the existing 100 year old home, whilst still creating a bold design statement.

Through opening up the layout of the existing home and complementing it's intricate details with a striking addition, this charming heritage home has been given a second life, transformed into a modern three bedroom, two bathroom home.

North facing windows have been incorporated to capture and disperse natural light throughout the living zones of the home. Large sliding doors have been utilised to completely open the living area to the outdoors, creating a flowing indoor/outdoor connection and transforming the central living into one large entertaining zone. The large sliding doors also serve to frame the home’s city views, allowing them to be seen from all entertaining zones, both indoors and outdoors.

The sleeping areas of the home have been divided into two distinct zones. The master bedroom has been tucked away to the rear of the house, providing a sense of privacy, whilst the two existing front bedrooms have been left in their original zone, with the addition of their dedicated bathroom, providing a much more practical layout.

In order to let the intricate details of the existing heritage home shine, the addition incorporates contrasting materials and sharp, minimalist lines, creating a strikingly modern form. Whilst this creates a clear definition between the old and the new, a neutral colour scheme and the use of existing floorboards throughout provide a seamless transition between the two eras.

Sketch of a house with a chimney, a figure saying "Boo!!!" next to it, and birds in the sky.
Modernized Victorian-style brick house with metal roof and contemporary carport at dusk.
Modern black exterior of a house with large windows, greenery, and brick pathway.
Red brick house with a Victorian-style front porch featuring decorative wooden trim and a checkered tile floor, leading to an open doorway. The roof is corrugated metal, and there's greenery around the entrance. It's a sunny day with a blue sky.
Brick house with modern extension and chimney under a blue sky with clouds.
Modern patio with brick wall, wooden steps, and seating area. Features a concrete fire pit surrounded by gravel. Vertical wood fence with green foliage on top.
Modern living room and kitchen with gray sofas, glass coffee table, pendant lights, and a black and white cowhide rug. The kitchen features a marble backsplash, high cabinets, and a sleek black island with bar stools. Large windows and sliding doors provide natural light and garden views.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, black island, pendant lights, and hardwood floor.
Modern kitchen with dark wood floors, white and black cabinetry, two pendant lights, bar stools, and a person walking by. Features a potted plant on the countertop.
Cozy window seat with wooden paneling, gray knit blanket, white and gray pillows, large window, and indoor plants in a minimalist room.
Modern dining room with wooden table, black chairs, artistic chandelier, large portrait, and potted plants.
Modern bathroom with white floating vanity, round white sink, wall-mounted faucet, large green leaf in gray vase, soap dispenser, and large mirror.

From the Owners

We found Janik from &Dalecki very positive from our project's outset, even when the building phase posed challenges for the team. The simplest of briefs was given to him – "Our home must say WOW!!!" Janik's excellent skill set and sense of design meant our project incorporated the latest technologies along with first-class materials and finishes without compromising the budget. Very few builder variations arose during construction, with all documentation accurate and well thought out. The whole team at &Dalecki was very helpful at all times, and we have no reservations recommending their services.

Ronnie and Georgia