The primary objective with this two-storey, inner-city terrace was to refresh and revitalise the existing structure, whilst at the same time remaining faithful to the integrity and detail of the house.

To the backyard we added atrium-like glass doors, which facilitate seamless movement between the interior and exterior. We also positioned the kitchen as a focal point, which now looks over the dining room and living area. The dormer window blends perfectly into the streetscape while offering additional natural light to the top storey.

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Fate led Philip Abram to this parkside home in Sydney, a hidden gem that he has polished and transformed into a bright shining, resort-like retreat.

This house is a breath of fresh air, literally and figuratively for owners Phil and Freda. The high-ceilinged living room, with its green views, is where they spend much of their time.

“I love sitting their and looking at the park,” says Phil.

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Phil had captured their thoughts brilliantly. In place of the dark, two storey jumble of stairs and unusable winding pathways, he created a huge entertaining-friendly home, complete with two extra storeys tucked into the existing roof line and a sun soaked courtyard.

“We both enjoy good food and wine, and love having friends and family around” the owners say…

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