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The Light Box by Finnis Architects



Located in Melbourne, Australia, this beautiful Californian-style bungalow was designed in 2016 by Finnis Architects.

Description by Finnis Architects
The Light Box is a Californian bungalow renovation located in an area of significant heritage in Northcote, Melbourne.. It was important when designing this home not to denote but rather aim to uphold and celebrate the original charm of the dwelling.
Californian Bungalows aren?t famously considered remarkable individually, the home plays a greater role as a collective in the consistent design of the area. The modesty of the street front restoration was integral to the overall success of the home in maintaining its role in the historical and aesthetic significance of Northcote. The dilapidation of the original dwelling meant that it wasn?t possible to keep or restore a significant amount of interior detailing. To retain the original characteristics of the dwelling, modern interpretations of these features where employed. The rotting floorboards were replaced and retained with new boards, a craftsman style fireplace was installed in the same location as the original which was hidden behind old joinery and skirting boards replaced.
The threshold between new and old is gestured through the hallway that meets you with three steps upwards towards the modern extension, as floor materiality transitions from floorboard to polished concrete. As to not mock the pitched roof that is typical of the original and nei...

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