GUBBINS-ROSE HOUSE
Location Maroubra, NSW
Photos Marian Riabic
Jakaan Architects, formerly Dimidium Design Company, was approached to transform a 1920s semi-detached beachside cottage into a contemporary, light-filled home while preserving its original charm. Our registered architect Geoff Ferris-Smith led the design, which seamlessly blends the classic 1920s architectural qualities with modern elements, enhancing the home’s connection to its coastal location.
The client’s brief was to create a home that takes full advantage of the beachside environment, capturing southeast breezes, eastern light, and the potential beach views from a future first-floor addition. The existing home, with its small, individual rooms and limited sunlight, presented the challenge of opening up the space to bring in natural light and ventilation while maintaining comfort in the colder months.
The design solution unified the original 1920s front of the house with new alterations and additions, creating a cohesive aesthetic. A standout feature is the bridge and void that elegantly connects the master bedroom to the ensuite, allowing light to flow through the upper level. Careful attention was given to preserving the visual and environmental amenity for the southern neighbour, ensuring the project harmonizes with its surroundings.
This project is a perfect example of Jakaan Architects’ ability to blend the character of heritage homes with modern design principles, creating spaces that are functional, beautiful, and sensitive to their environment.
Photos Marian Riabic
Jakaan Architects, formerly Dimidium Design Company, was approached to transform a 1920s semi-detached beachside cottage into a contemporary, light-filled home while preserving its original charm. Our registered architect Geoff Ferris-Smith led the design, which seamlessly blends the classic 1920s architectural qualities with modern elements, enhancing the home’s connection to its coastal location.
The client’s brief was to create a home that takes full advantage of the beachside environment, capturing southeast breezes, eastern light, and the potential beach views from a future first-floor addition. The existing home, with its small, individual rooms and limited sunlight, presented the challenge of opening up the space to bring in natural light and ventilation while maintaining comfort in the colder months.
The design solution unified the original 1920s front of the house with new alterations and additions, creating a cohesive aesthetic. A standout feature is the bridge and void that elegantly connects the master bedroom to the ensuite, allowing light to flow through the upper level. Careful attention was given to preserving the visual and environmental amenity for the southern neighbour, ensuring the project harmonizes with its surroundings.
This project is a perfect example of Jakaan Architects’ ability to blend the character of heritage homes with modern design principles, creating spaces that are functional, beautiful, and sensitive to their environment.
