This residence at Lucretia Avenue was originally a single storey dwelling with architectural style similar to a Californian bungalow.
Architect Robert H Simpson had already built two stunning homes on the same street and this was to be his third and unfortunately last.
The original building kept the 4 perimeter walls of the single storey and the plans were to add an additional storey with five gables (each one slightly different from the other) and three hip roofs. Inspired by the book Sweetness and light by Mark Girouard the build takes on many similar styles of architecture to the Queen Anne movement with its curved window skirts and tudor gables.
Client
Builder: DA Construction Group
Architect: Robert H Simpson
Contract Dates
August 2020 – October 2021
Scope of work
We were asked by Builders DA construction group to help with the whole scope of carpentry works This included:-
- Installation of complex 45degree pitch roof frame
- All external decorative timber work
- Dressing and installation of hardwood tapered rafter tails and lining boards
- Framing and installation of window hoods and skirts
- Internal wall framing
- Window and door installation
- Framing and decorative timber work for the portico.
An absolute joy to be a part of from start to finish. The final photos speak for themselves.
