The house
A 1930s worker’s cottage on a compact block in Newtown, in Sydney’s inner west.
Who lives here
Dean Williams, an architect, his partner Alexander Jobe, a public-sector lawyer, and their dog Monty.
What we did
“We undertook a complete renovation, adding a second storey at the rear that contains two bedrooms and a bathroom,” says Williams, director of Architect George and the lead architect on this project. “The downstairs layout provides open-plan living, a new kitchen and dining space, and improved connections to a courtyard and outdoor garden space.”
Favourite room
“We love our bedroom – it’s bathed in sunlight all day,” says Williams. “It’s at the rear of the home, overlooking the courtyard and a park beyond. It has French doors with a Juliet-style balcony, plus access to a roof garden.”
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The ’hood
The area combines great bars, restaurants, parks and shopping with close proximity to the CBD. “We love the diverse and eclectic Newtown community,” says Williams.
Future plans
“New furniture and additional artworks.”
Best advice
“Small, well-designed homes can allow for improved access to outdoor spaces,” says Williams. “Plus, you can invest any savings in better quality materials and fixtures.”
“We removed the ceiling to expose the rafters, creating textural details and more height,” says Dean Williams of the dining area. Artwork by Brenda Kowalczewski. Credit: Jennifer Soo
The home has two full bathrooms. “We love our ground-floor bathroom, which has a curved shower and a circular skylight above the rose,” says Williams. Credit: Jennifer Soo
A small lounge room, with stairs leading to the second-storey extension, greets visitors as they enter the home. The artwork is by Brenda Kowalczewski. Credit: Jennifer Soo
An angled outdoor space leads to a shed and rear-lane access. Williams says the connection to the courtyard, which lets in plenty of natural light, was key.Credit: Jennifer Soo
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