As a facade design expert, I could immediately see the potential in this architecturally designed home – it just wasn’t being realised.
While the structure itself had been well considered, the materials hadn’t stood the test of time. Finishes were beginning to look tired and weathered, giving the facade a slightly ratty, unresolved feel. Instead of enhancing the architecture, they were letting it down.
This is exactly where someone like me, a facade design expert, makes all the difference – not by redesigning everything, but by refining and elevating what’s already there.
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The Brief
My client’s brief was clear: to lighten and brighten the overall appearance, replace ageing materials with something more durable and refined, retain the architectural intent while improving the execution, and introduce depth and interest without overcomplicating the design.
The Problem
Like many architecturally designed homes, the bones were strong – but the finish was lacking. The materials hadn’t weathered well, the facade felt dull and there was very little layering to bring the design to life. Given how close the home sits to the street, this lack of presence was even more noticeable. Recognising this, my client chose to engage a facade design expert to help unlock the home’s full potential.
The Design Approach
I tried to approach this project with restraint and precision, working with the existing structure rather than against it. My goal was to rebalance the facade through materiality, colour and detail – making considered changes that would have a lasting impact. For example;
- Updated the cladding to a more durable, refined finish
- Introduced aluminium timber-look cladding to add warmth without maintenance
- Added vertical feature fins to the upper level to create rhythm and architectural interest
- Refreshed windows and trims to align with the new palette
- Redesigned the carport ceiling with a timber-look finish and integrated strip lighting
A darker tone was deliberately applied to the upper level. For homes positioned close to the street, this slightly top-heavy composition works in your favour – visually anchoring the home and giving it a stronger, more confident street presence.
What’s Next
The landscaping, front fence and gates are still to come and will be completed over the next year or so (hopefully!).
These final elements will further enhance the overall outcome, adding softness, structure and a sense of arrival to complement the facade. But even now, the transformation is already doing what great design should do – elevating the home and allowing it to sit confidently within its setting.
Need help with your facade? Send me some photos and brief overview of what you’re looking to achieve and I’ll see if I can help.
📧 jane@hotspaceconsultants.com
🌐 https://hotspaceconsultants.com/preliminary-enquiry/
Jane Eyles-Bennett