This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Maddox Photography

Balcony of the new home construction which included installation of glass door connecting from the master's bedroom to the balcony, concrete flooring on the balcony, pergola and wooden deck railing.

Photographer: Mitch Fong

Rear View. Home designed by Hollman Cortes ATLCAD Architectural Services.

This is the sleeping loft, with the balcony right outside and accessible through a quad slider door. There are operable skylights in the ceiling (not visible) that provide great natural ventilation throughout the day and for sleeping.

terrasse ouverte sur le salon

Елена Большакова

Face-lift and addition to a retro 70's A-Frame beach house in Goolwa Beach, South Australia. Living areas were relocated to second floor and large deck added to give indoor-outdoor entertainment with stunning views of the beach. The open plan living/kitchen area has lofty high ceilings and features the original exposed steel structure and floor framing giving the home an informal beachy vibe. The upper (loft) level is now a light filled retreat/look-out thanks to addition of skylights and a crows nest balcony. A spiral staircase connects the living level and loft. The loft floor was cut back mezzanine-style and overlooks the living space below. The net effect is connected, open, informal living that suits a beach home.

ARCADIA GARDEN LANDSCAPE STUDIO Ландшафтный дизайн, Сад Аркадия, Аркадия Гарден фото Диана Дубовицкая

Vom Balkon über der Verander kann man die schöne Aussicht direkt aus dem Schlafzimmer genießen. Der morgendliche Kaffe schmeckt hier besonders gut.

Joana Morrison