About Upcycled House
Upcycled House was originally built in the early 1980s by a local architect and builder who drew inspiration from the sudden modernization prevalent at the time, with practices such as Merchants Builders and Fasham Johnson Houses. This, often designed as low-maintenance family beach houses, is an example; they are found scattered along the Bellarine Peninsula and surf beaches, reflecting the growth of the area in the 1970s and ’80s, but the current expansion and development phase in this area has replaced many of these homes with luxury villas and townhouses.
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Concept Of Upcycled House
Generally, the design of Upcycled House is compact layout, vertical structure, and low height. The north façade has expansive full-height windows and is sheltered by a wide, deep terrace overlooking the landscaped garden in the courtyard. Choosing lightweight and durable building materials, including warm concrete floors, double brick walls, and low-strength steel tray tops with Oregon wood supports. © Steph McGlenchy
These choices help them get a simple and beautiful interior with a view and a façade of brick and pine lines. The owners have lived in the house since 2010, cultivating a thriving permaculture garden with chickens, vegetables, and small fruit trees, so the house has a solid foundation and benefits from excellent solar energy. As their family expanded, the owners wanted to add additional bedrooms and create spacious living spaces th...