Christopher Polly Architects

Elliott Ripper House is a prime example of how a well designed, harmonious extension can provide much more than extra floor space.

There are a lot of things to consider when planning an extension. Haines House's new raked roofline solves a number of problems effortlessly.

A new rear extension, much of which is under the existing house, creates a new-found connection to the backyard on this sloping site.

In contrast the cellular plan of the existing Federation-era home, this light extension is open-plan where spaces overlap and interact.

The good qualities of both old and new are highlighted by creating an addition which is the binary opposite of the original.