• The original building was a one bedroom tin and timber Queenslander
• Essentially the same footprint of approx 300sqm was retained
• All but three rooms were gutted to make way for the open-plan kitchen and living areas

This traditional Queenslander has had an underneath extension. The renovation is contemporary but sympathetic to the original style of the house.

The back of the house gives a clear view of the extension.. Source: Mark Cranitch

The original building was a one bedroom tin and timber Queenslander located at Hendra on Brisbane North’s side. The basic building was lifted up and another storey built underneath.

The challenge was raising the Queenslander so that it still looks like it belongs in the street. The house was initially raised 300mm higher and was then readjusted so that it was in the right proportions with the neighbours.

While this house has had a contemporary addition, the original character of the home has been retained and the streetscape kept in tact. This is done by using traditional materials such as fibro and battening. The garage in the front of the house has been enclosed by battens.

Essentially the same footprint of approx 300sqm was retained on the 1000sqm block. The owners decided to keep the backyard as a grassed area for the kids to play in.

The roof was extended to incorporate the deck at the back of the house, overlooking the back yard. All but three rooms were gutted to make way for the open-plan kitchen and living areas on the top level of the house. The new galley kitchen is a combination of stone, glass and timber with a large walk-in pantry.

One of the children’s bedrooms is now where the front entry and veranda used to be.

Glass louvres were replaced by aluminium and Comcork has been used as a flooring alternative to vinyl.