Red Brick Facade Blends Heritage and Modern Design
The red brick facade anchors this Melbourne residence in tradition, recalling the heritage-listed 1920s structure that defines the site. The brickwork presents a sense of permanence and continuity, tying the new extensions to the home’s history.
Behind this robust frontage, FMD Architects reveal a series of interlocking roof forms clad in prefabricated metal. These stepped volumes bring light deep into the home and frame views toward the surrounding gardens. Interior, Tasmanian oak ceilings, polished concrete floors, and carefully placed openings connect the family spaces to both front and rear landscapes, blurring the boundary between indoors and outdoors.
A walled exterior offering privacy to the street, contrasted with generous glazing and garden connections to the rear. Old and new coexist seamlessly here: salvaged brick integrates past and present, while warm timber and stone finishes provide a contemporary, welcoming family atmosphere.
