This Suburban House Received A Modern Extension And Updated Backyard

David Barr Architects have recently completed a new modern extension and backyard for a pre-war suburban house, located in Claremont, Western Australia.

Inside the home, a new kitchen was added that features American Walnut wood cabinets, white countertops, and a stone backsplash.

Concrete floors have been paired with white walls and black window / door frames to create a clean and modern aesthetic. The new living room opens up to the backyard through a large sliding glass door.

A covered walkway connects the various areas of the new backyard, while operable timber screens have been included to provide shade when needed.

The walkway leads up to a raised outdoor kitchen and dining area.

Next to the outdoor kitchen and dining area is the swimming pool. A glass safety fence surrounds the pool and allows for uninterrupted views of the backyard.

Stepping down from the pool, is a small grassy area under a tree, and next to the lawn is an outdoor lounge focused on a fireplace.

Behind the fireplace and accessed from the backyard or from inside the house, is one of the bedrooms in the home.

The black frames featured throughout the extension also make an appearance in the new bathroom. On the left you can see a window frame from the original house.