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Project Snapshot

Project Type: New Dwelling
Location: Kellyville NSW
Designer: Adam Murphy, Principal Building Designer, ANS Design
Services: Concept design, planning documentation, consultant coordination and approval support

Project Overview

The Islington project, located in Newcastle NSW, involved the design of a residential alteration and addition aimed at improving the liveability, layout and overall functionality of the existing home.

ANS Design worked through the design and documentation process with a focus on practical planning, improved internal flow, natural light, and creating a stronger connection between existing and new spaces.

Design Objectives

Improve Functionality
Better use of existing space and improved day-to-day living.

Respect the Existing Home
A design response that works with the original building character.

Add Practical Living Space
Additional usable areas designed for modern family living.

Support the Approval Process
Clear documentation prepared for the relevant Newcastle and NSW planning pathways.

Image Gallery

Before: Existing rear of the Islington home prior to alteration and addition design in Newcastle NSW.
BEFORE
Modern rear extension and timber deck – Alterations & Additions Newcastle
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“Before living room renovation showing outdated finishes and poor lighting in Islington NSW prior to redesign by ANS Design”
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“Open plan living room renovation in Islington NSW by ANS Design featuring restored interior, modern furniture and connection to adjacent spaces”
AFTER
“Before kitchen renovation showing outdated layout and poor lighting in Islington NSW prior to redesign by ANS Design”
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“Open plan living room renovation in Islington NSW by ANS Design featuring restored interior, modern furniture and connection to adjacent spaces”
AFTER
Before renovation front entry of older cottage in Islington NSW prior to design upgrade by ANS Design
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Front facade of completed home renovation in Islington NSW by ANS Design featuring restored cottage with new entry and landscaping
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Model

Character home renovation render in Islington Newcastle featuring heritage style detailing and modern extension
Front elevation render of a character home renovation and extension in Islington Newcastle by ANS Design
Rear heritage home extension render in Islington Newcastle designed by ANS Design
Modern rear extension render for a character home renovation in Islington Newcastle
3D floorplan render of an alteration and addition project in Islington Newcastle by ANS Design
Open plan renovation floorplan render for an Islington Newcastle home alteration project
3D renovation floorplan render for a residential alteration and addition in Islington Newcastle
3D home addition layout render for an Islington Newcastle renovation project by ANS Design

Designed by:
Adam Murphy, Principal Building Designer
ANS Design, Sydney NSW

Design Outcome

The completed design provides a more functional and liveable home while supporting the client’s need for additional space and improved layout.

The project demonstrates how thoughtful alteration and addition design can improve an existing dwelling without losing the character and value of the original home.

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Planning an Alteration or Addition?

ANS Design prepares residential building design documentation for homeowners across Newcastle, Sydney and NSW.

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