Inspiro 8 Studios

Austin Victorian by Chango & Co. Architectural Advisement & Interior Design by Chango & Co. Architecture by William Hablinski Construction by J Pinnelli Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott

New windows, new paving and shade within an existing red brick home. Minor interventions making a big impact. Plants will grow and soften the space. Photography Tatjana Plitt

Open plan kitchen & dining area

The raw exposed brick contrasts with the beautifully made cabinetry to create a warm look to this kitchen, a perfect place to entertain family and friends. The wire scroll handle in burnished brass with matching hinges is the final flourish that perfects the design. The Kavanagh has a stunning central showpiece in its island. Well-considered and full of practical details, the island features impeccable carpentry with high-end appliances and ample storage. The shark tooth edge worktop in Lapitec (REG) Arabescato Michelangelo is in stunning relief to the dark nightshade finish of the cabinets. Whether you treat cooking as an art form or as a necessary evil, the integrated Pro Appliances will help you to make the most of your kitchen. The Kavanagh includes’ Wolf M Series Professional Single Oven, Wolf Transitional Induction Hob, Miele Integrated Dishwasher and a Sub-Zero Integrated Wine Fridge.

The original house was previously extended but had not been constructed to be in keeping with a building of this age and architectural appearance. We demolished the existing garage and two storey rear extension, both of which formed part of the previous extension works, and replaced this with a single storey side extension and a two storey rear extension, both of which are on the same footprint. Furthermore we formed a small rear single storey entrance which enabled us to open up the existing stairs which were cramped and devoid of any natural light. The main principle of the scheme was to open up the interior of the building allowing for improved natural light and to create an efficient, ergonomic family dwelling which blends into the long-established neighbourhood. All materials that have been used are in keeping with the period of the house and the design of the extension retain the proportions and heights of the existing period of the property, along with the windows and doors and a new Victorian styled traditional sky lantern.

Roundhouse Classic matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Little Green BBC 50 N 05 with island in Little Green BBC 24 D 05, Bianco Eclipsia quartz wall cladding. Work surfaces, on island; Bianco Eclipsia quartz with matching downstand, bar area; matt sanded stainless steel, island table worktop Spekva Bavarian Wholestave. Bar area; Bronze mirror splashback. Photography by Darren Chung.

High Res Media

design: Cayford Architecture photo: Adelina Iliev

Jack Thompson

Photography by William Quarles. Designed by Shannon Bogen. Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry. Contractor Tom Martin

Complete renovation of a brownstone in a landmark district, including the recreation of the original stoop. Kate Glicksberg Photography

Peter Landers