Brookfield Home Renovation and Additions Including Interior Design & External Works

Experience the home’s design in 3D with this video walkthrough. This design features a large scale renovation and addition to the Brookside home as well as external works.

After living in their Brookfield home for many years, our clients had developed a deep understanding of the home’s strengths and weaknesses. They loved its location, perched atop a hill with sweeping views of the surrounding landscape, including expansive greenery and mature trees that created a peaceful retreat.

However, despite their affection for the home’s setting, they felt it no longer met all their needs as they began thinking about their future and lifestyle in the home. Amid retirement, they envisioned staying in their home for many more years, but to do so comfortably and safely, they needed to make significant changes to the home to ensure this worked.

The primary goal for the renovation was to ensure the home would be fully accessible as they aged, allowing them to continue living there as long as possible. They wanted to create a forever home that accommodated their future needs without sacrificing the comfort or beauty they enjoyed. To achieve this, dion seminara architecture proposed a transformative renovation that not only enhanced the home’s functionality according to Liveable Housing Guidelines but also elevated its aesthetic appeal, turning it into a modern, bespoke luxury residence.

One of the key changes involved the addition of a new eastern wing, expanding the home’s footprint and creating a range of spaces the clients had always wished for. On the ground floor, we introduced a state-of-the-art gym, a games room for family entertainment, a workshop, and a new bathroom, ensuring a versatile and functional environment.

Upstairs, we designed a sophisticated lounge area, a piano room, a dedicated sewing room, a kitchenette, and an office space, providing everything the clients needed for work, hobbies, and relaxation. This thoughtful expansion not only increased the home’s value but also transformed it into a private sanctuary where the clients could live, unwind, and host family and friends.

The new kitchen and dining area forms an expansive communal space, perfect for hosting gatherings, functions, and entertaining. A standout feature in this room is the batten timber ceiling, which adds warmth and character and is carried throughout the rest of the home, allowing a unique flow and connection through each room and especially to the outdoor deck.

The renovation extended beyond the interior, reshaping the outdoor spaces to reflect the same luxurious, resort-like atmosphere. We designed a new pool area, complete with expansive decks, outdoor patios, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating a tranquil retreat that encourages relaxation and connection with nature. These outdoor areas serve as perfect spots for entertaining, offering a place where family and friends can gather, swim, and enjoy the serenity of the home’s natural surroundings.

A standout feature of this project was the seamless integration of natural and earthy materials, creating a harmonious connection between the indoors and outdoors. This is especially evident in the home’s entryway, where visitors are greeted by an indoor garden. The tranquil sound of a water feature, combined with striking plant walls and natural stone elements, immediately transports you into a serene, space.

We carefully selected timber slat ceilings, stacked stone walls, and organic textures that flowed consistently from one space to the next. This continuity of materials created a warm, inviting atmosphere while maintaining a strong visual and sensory connection to the surrounding environment. The home now feels like an extension of the landscape itself, with each room embracing the beauty of nature and ensuring the clients always feel connected to the outdoors.

In the end, this renovation transformed the Brookfield home into much more than just a functional living space—it became a luxurious, bespoke retreat where the clients can age gracefully, surrounded by comfort and beauty. The thoughtful design ensures that as their needs change, their home will continue to support them, offering a space that is as functional as it is beautiful. We were able to create not only a home but a lifestyle, one that the clients can enjoy for years to come, in a space that feels uniquely theirs.

Project Number: 210502