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Ascot Home Interior Renovation

Design philosophy

From Doggy Door to Dream Home

Most people wouldn’t think of engaging an architect to design a doggy door, however our Ascot clients approached dion seminara architecture with a unique request – to create a solution that would contain their two beloved dachshunds to specific areas of the home. Like other dependent puppies, these playful pups had a habit of damaging the skirting boards and architraves. As such, dion seminara architecture had to create a solution that would not only protect the home, but also complement its modern aesthetic.

The solution we landed on after our initial Design “Ideas” Advice consultation was to create a practical and stylish full-height, obscure glass cavity slider or, “doggie gate”, that seamlessly integrated into the home’s existing modern bespoke design. To address the issue of scratching, we added sleek aluminium plates and trims to protect vulnerable areas, resulting in a seamless and functional solution. The use of the aluminium also tied in beautifully with their existing dark, modern home.

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Down to the business of enhancement

With the doggy door sorted, the clients also wished to improve parts of their home. They were particularly unhappy with their dark and uninspiring entrance, so we proposed a design that combined bold, dark colours on the walls with a detailed batten ceiling to create visual interest.

We also introduced glass panels and a new glass door, replacing the original dark timber door, which allowed natural light to flood the entryway, brightening the space dramatically to give a stylish hotel look.

The polished concrete floors, although structurally sound, had become stained and worn over time. We worked with a highly skilled installer to lay large-format tiles that were flush to the floor, ensuring a smooth, tripping-hazard-free surface. The result is a sleek, modern floor that enhances the home’s contemporary feel.

Once this renovation was presented to the client, they requested to expand our work to include the front of the home and address the uninspiring streetscape that had previously been ruined with graffiti.

The entrance was only part of the puzzle

We designed a new gatehouse and walls, featuring modern tiles with a graffiti-resistant coating, and added lush plants along the boundary to soften the space and deter vandalism.

A new exposed aggregate driveway was installed, leading to stylish new gates that perfectly complemented the home’s design. The contrasting dark upper floor and tiled lower façade create striking visual interest, giving the home a fresh, contemporary look.

And the doggy door?

The doggy door is more of a super stylish ‘doggie gate’, being full height, obscure glass cavity slider. The dogs tend to attack the skirting boards, but this was solved by the addition of aluminium plates and trims. Resulting in not only an effective way to prevent damage from claws, but also look wonderfully stylish.

So, whilst the project had started as something small the result has been a stunning success. We have given the home the lift it needed with a beautiful contemporary makeover.

What started as a small project evolved into a complete transformation that exceeded our client’s expectations. This project is a reminder that no matter the size, every home improvement can benefit from thoughtful design.

Our service:

We provided a full comprehensive service for this project including architectural, interior and landscape design. Additionally, dion seminara architecture provided the full construction management for this project.

Project Number: 180301



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