House Lincoln by Those Architects
Designed by Those Architects, House Lincoln sees the extension of a 50s brick bungalow in Sydney’s North create a new connectedness between the internal and external spaces.
Words: Hande Renshaw | Photography: Luc Remond
House Lincoln by Those Architects makes the most of the versatile courtyard space. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
The house was reconfigured into an L-shape to surround a new north-facing courtyard. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
After the common struggle between the decision to move or improve, the engagement of Those Architects saw the path to House Lincoln’s reinvigoration emerge.
An extension to an existing brick bungalow, the home, which is located in Lane Cove in Sydney, sees the reconfiguration of the single-storey house into a multi-level home through a layered approach that responds to its steep site conditions and its owners contemporary brief.
Built originally in the 1950s, the home sits as a sign of its times, when formality in residential planning was favoured over open-plan living philosophies.
Through a combined application of restraint and an acute understanding of materiality, Those Architects has defined a home that reflects an understanding of the modern residential condition and that emphasises its future longevity.
Despite its mid-century origins and the sloping site, the redesign sees a mini tower formation appear to the rear of the existing home, replacing the previous extension. Connecting the home inward between the many family zones was important, as was creating a connection to the external spaces.
Within its small footprint, the tower houses two additional bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a rumpus room downstairs and supporting laundry and guest bathroom. Creating an L-shape on site, the home opens up to its north-facing rear yard and living, kitchen and dining areas.
The consistent use of brick throughout instils thermal mass properties, to facilitate passive heating and cooling in the home, thereby reducing energy consumption. This is a home which celebrates its origins, while bringing it into a sustainable future.
The design of the home makes the most of indoor/outdoor living. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
Elba marble meets custom joinery in the kitchen space. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
The open kitchen and dining space makes the most of the adjoining north-facing courtyard. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
“The new design has combined the old and new, breathing a new lease of life into the renovated home.”
House Lincoln sees the reconfiguration of the single-storey house into a multi-level home. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
Design details in the living space. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
A curved bedroom wall frame the leafy views outside. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
Exterior details. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
Exterior brickwork details. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond
Honed concrete surrounds the pool. Styling: Felicity Ng. Photo: Luc Remond