CLT Cottage is a transformative addition and renovation project to a narrow heritage home in Sydney’s inner west, reimagined to suit the evolving needs of a young family. THe project brings to life a calm, light-filled interior that makes the most of a compact urban site through smart planning and exceptional craftsmanship.
At the heart of the build is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT), paired with sustainably sourced Australian timbers including GoodWood stair components and engineered Australian Oak flooring.
The new second-storey addition houses private sleeping areas, while integrated green pockets at every level create moments of pause and calm, bringing garden views and soft light deep into the floorplan. The build also includes a detached rear-lane studio, adding privacy and flexibility while helping to shield the main garden and living spaces from the western sun.
Alterations and Additions
Still Space Architecture
Sellick Consultants
Brett Broadman
Family living room.
Kitchen with porcelain benchtop and splashback.
View of the re-vamped entry.
Interior of the Studio wrapped in Wonderglass.
Laneway view of the extension.
Stairs to the FF that incorporates steel weldmesh.
Living and kitchen space with exposed CLT to minimise the build-up of additional materials.
Light tiles allow the feeling of the courtyard to transfer into the bathroom.
FF of the Studio to provide a creative space.
Large skylight that follows the internal stairs and provides ample natural light.
Studio view from the courtyard.
Seamless transition from kitchen to living room.
The contrast of the timber battens and corrugated external lining.
Our Impact
Our Process
Pre-Construction
Initial design development sketch created by Still Space Architecture.
Concept model designed and created by Still Space Architecture.
Early Works
Excavation and propping early stages.
Formwork for cottage slab on ground.
Structure
CLT delivery and erection.
Internal framing within the CLT structure.
Enclosure
Cladding installed on the ground and hoisted up to enclose the structure.
Rear view of the cottage with the initial installation of the Amplelite Wonderglass.
Interiors
Tile set out, installation and protection.
Draped House slots between an existing scribbly gum tree.
Aftercare
Routine maintenance.
Surfboard rack installation.
Recognition
Awards
Publications
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