Manning Residence
The Manning Residence was reworked to better support the demands of modern family life.
Opening up the home’s core living areas improved flow, light, and everyday usability. The result is a brighter, more functional home designed for connection and long-term comfort.
The renovation centred on redefining how the family used the home’s core spaces. By removing internal walls, the living areas were opened up, allowing the kitchen to connect directly with the surrounding dining and living zones.
New windows and skylights were introduced to brighten previously dark areas, while updated cabinetry and finishes improved storage and usability without adding visual clutter. Energy-efficient upgrades further enhanced comfort and performance.
The completed home is brighter, more functional, and better suited to family living, with spaces that encourage connection and flow throughout the day.
Designed around how the family lives today, the Floreat Home prioritizes openness, light, and connection. Strategic changes to the layout transformed both the atmosphere and functionality of the space. The kitchen now sits confidently at the heart of a home built for shared living. The Floreat Home had reached a point where its layout no longer supported the way the family lived. Cramped living areas, limited natural light, and a weak connection to the outdoors made the home feel closed off despite its potential. The owners were seeking a more open and connected environment, with the kitchen playing a central role in everyday life. The design focused on breaking down internal barriers, allowing spaces to flow naturally and encouraging interaction across the home. By removing walls and introducing new glazing, light was drawn deeper into the plan, transforming both the atmosphere and functionality of the interior. The reconfigured kitchen now anchors the open living areas, operating as a true family hub rather than a separate workspace. The renovation delivers a cohesive, light-filled home that supports connection, comfort, and long-term performance, while significantly improving the way the space is experienced day to day.
A closed-off 1980s double-brick home was reimagined to unlock its full potential. Through considered design, the space was opened to light, flow, and modern family living, creating a cohesive home with a refined coastal feel.