Charred Timber Creates Textured Skin for Heritage Melbourne Cottage Reno

ByJon Dykstra Houses

This photograph showcases the extension at the rear of a heritage building, displaying its unique design features.

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This image captures the entrance to the rear extension of the Dark Wedge House, showcasing the distinctive charred timber design of its walls.
This image captures the entrance to the rear extension of the Dark Wedge House, showcasing the distinctive charred timber design of its walls.
This photograph captures the entryway to the front facade of the Dark Wedge House residence.
This photograph captures the entryway to the front facade of the Dark Wedge House residence.
This photograph showcases the path that leads from the kitchen area to the rear extension of the house.
This photograph showcases the path that leads from the kitchen area to the rear extension of the house.
This photograph offers a partial view of the staircase, showcasing the charred timber full height cabinet which adds a beautiful and cohesive texture to the interior design of the house.
This photograph offers a partial view of the staircase, showcasing the charred timber full height cabinet which adds a beautiful and cohesive texture to the interior design of the house.
The image features the design elements of the staircase, with a glimpse of the adjacent kitchen area.
The image features the design elements of the staircase, with a glimpse of the adjacent kitchen area.
This photograph captures the passageway at the upper level of the house, leading to the bedroom area.
This photograph captures the passageway at the upper level of the house, leading to the bedroom area.
This photograph provides a perspective view of the bedroom, showcasing its built-in cabinets and the expansive glass window, which is positioned in a slide configuration
This photograph provides a perspective view of the bedroom, showcasing its built-in cabinets and the expansive glass window, which is positioned in a slide configuration
The image showcases the design elements of the bathroom's interior.
The image showcases the design elements of the bathroom’s interior.

A renovation and extension to the rear of a heritage Victorian cottage in Fitzroy North, Melbourne. The owner’s loved the area of Fitzroy North but their two bedroom house was getting a bit small for their family of 4 humans, 18 fish, 2 rabbits and 1 dog. Considering the land was only 135m2 the site was small but the dreams were big.

Angled to the north the wedge-shaped extension adds extra amenities to the site whilst respecting the neighbour’s access to sunlight and heritage concerns. From the street the existing cottage remains with only a small hint of new ‘burnt’ timber works behind. ‘Charred’ timber has been utilized inside and out creating a beautiful homogeneous texted skin to the house.

The result is a modest sized family house to catering for the entire clan.

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Jon Dykstra
Jon Dykstra

Jon practiced law before launching his online publishing career, bringing analytical rigor to everything he builds. Home Stratosphere combines that precision with a lifelong obsession with residential design — architecture, interiors, landscape, and furniture.

His current focus is AI-driven design analysis, using artificial intelligence to study patterns in color, layout, and material choice across thousands of homes. His Personality Type Home Design Guide applies personality frameworks to interior aesthetics, helping readers design spaces that reflect how they actually think and live.

His favorite piece on the site is the 25 Most Popular Designs, is a daily-updated ranking of the top designs over the last 30 days, driven entirely by visitor activity. The feedback is invaluable for understanding what resonates most with readers. LinkedIn

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