Hopetoun Residence | Freadman White

Hopetoun Street Residence is an alteration and addition to a Victorian home, preserving its streetscape while introducing an unassuming rear extension. The design prioritises spatial generosity within a constrained site, using strategic interventions to create flexibility of use and moments of delight and whimsy.

A curated entry sequence leads visitors through the heritage structure to a double-height, light-filled addition centred around a swimming pool—an homage to the client’s childhood memories. The pool becomes the home’s focal point, offering dynamic reflections and a serene outlook from all aspects from both new and retained spaces.

Small details, an arched staircase window framing the surrounding chimneys, reinforce a connection to place. A sunken living area enhances volume perception, the dining space seamlessly extends outdoors. Original features are preserved, blending heritage with new modern interpretations of retained motifs. This project exemplifies how interior design can transform a constrained site into a harmonious, immersive home.