Jackson
Renovation and Extension in Lorne
Perched on the south side of Lorne, this steep site originally featured a 1970s beach house. Care was taken to build upon the existing subfloor structure so that original window placements could be retained.
The upper-level clerestory window was preserved and enlarged to enhance natural light, while additional bedrooms and amenities were added to a new lower floor level.
A large vertical rammed earth wall has been incorporated into the front façade, rising externally and internally to the upper roof level. Hardwood window and door frames have been utilised for their superior energy efficiency (thermal performance), while Colorbond metal sheet cladding provides robust protection from the breaking surf directly below.
Care was taken to restore key elements of the original structure, with the upper-level addition providing the space and amenity needed to support a growing multi-generational family. Sustainably sourced blackbutt timber has been applied both internally and externally, allowing the home to seamlessly recede into its stunning coastal setting.
