"Peeking above a 1915 Edwardian cottage sits a white curved shell, a contemporary extension to a weatherboard home in a heritage pocket in inner-west Melbourne. Cereus House brings light, height, and flow to the existing dwelling through the addition of two curved forms that overlook the north-facing backyard. The clients wanted a solid, thermally comfortable home with bright spaces and a connection to the outside."
"It needed to accommodate working from home, be a sanctuary for retreat, and connect to the couple's property behind for when family and friends visit. A part of the brief was to retain an oversized cereus cactus in the backyard's east."
Cereus House is a 197 m² contemporary extension completed in 2024 in an inner-west Melbourne heritage pocket. A white curved shell and two curved forms rise above a 1915 Edwardian weatherboard cottage to introduce light, height, and flow while overlooking a north-facing backyard. The brief required a solid, thermally comfortable home with bright interior spaces, work-from-home accommodation, and a retreat that connects to the couple's property for visiting family and friends. The design retained an oversized cereus cactus in the backyard. Lead architect: Yvonne Meng. General contractor: Metacon Pty Ltd. Manufacturers: Big River Group, Eco Timber, Miele.
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