Playhouse | Carter Williamson Architects

Playhouse is an alteration and addition to a Victorian corner terrace in Newtown that explores how domestic architecture can be both deeply private and openly civic. Defined by a striking double-height arched window, the home engages directly with the street, offering light, colour and generosity to the public realm while carefully maintaining privacy within.

Inside, a soaring central void draws daylight deep into the plan and connects living spaces across levels, creating a home organised around shared family life. Playful colour, tiled details and crafted openings reference Newtown’s creative culture and historic stained-glass terraces, interpreted in a contemporary way.

Thoughtful planning and custom joinery maximise space and flexibility, allowing rooms to adapt as family needs change. Supported by passive design strategies and rooftop solar, Playhouse demonstrates how carefully considered alterations can transform an existing terrace into a light-filled, adaptable home that contributes positively to its neighbourhood.