In looking to redo a century-old and run down heritage property called Port Melbourne House, Melbourne-based architect Dominic Pandolfini was in a difficult situation. Bylaws on the property meant that it couldn't be torn down entirely, and doing so would be a blow to historical architecture in any case. But Pandolfini was still interested in living comfortably in the home, so he opted to build a large, modern zinc-covered extension extending from the back of the property.
The reason for placing the attractive renovation in the back of the home goes back to the aforementioned heritage restrictions. Not only was the home protected from being torn down, but it needs to remain visually similar to the homes around it. As such, the extension cannot be seen from street level at the front.
Modern Zinc Extensions
'Port Melbourne House' is a Heritage Property with a Modern Renovation
Trend Themes
1. Heritage Property Renovations - The trend of preserving historical architecture while renovating with modern extensions creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for architects and designers.
2. Zinc-covered Extensions - Zinc extensions are an emerging trend in home renovations, creating a disruptive innovation opportunity for the construction and building materials industry.
3. Backyard Renovations - The trend of building large, modern extensions in the backyard of heritage properties creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for landscape architects and outdoor furniture designers.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Preserving historical architecture while creating modern extensions presents an opportunity for architects and designers to blend the old with the new in unique and innovative ways.
2. Construction and Building Materials - The emerging trend of using zinc-covered extensions in home renovations presents an opportunity for the construction and building materials industry to develop new, innovative materials and techniques.
3. Landscape Architecture and Outdoor Furniture Design - The trend of backyard renovations in heritage properties creates an opportunity for landscape architects and outdoor furniture designers to create modern, functional outdoor spaces that complement the historical architecture of the home.