Heritage extension modern bathroom with exposed concrete.

Reid – Euree Street

Heritage home with modern influence

This 1920’s Canberra cottage was extended and completed overhauled to create a modern and comfortable family home with two difference personalities. The original house was extended with heritage cues including timber double hung windows with custom ‘horned’ sashes, timber floor boards, and timber ceiling features and hanging rails. A new kitchen with Carrara stone benchtops and splashbacks was installed under a partly-removed heritage chimney, suspended with steel supports.

The existing home and heritage garage were connected with an industrial inspired Gallery Wing, which features a giant pre-cast concrete wall and matching burnished concrete floor. The wall splits the space into a main bedroom quarters and an art gallery. Carefully aligned bulkheads and stepped ceilings are covered by a complex roof and hidden gutter system. A 3.3 metre long, custom designed and custom made sliding door splits the bedroom from the gallery. The luxurious ensuite features a freestanding bath, with custom joinery and floor to ceiling concrete-inspired tiles. The pre-cast wall is not only a talking point, but creates a special art hanging space, as well as providing valuable thermal mass for comfortable living.

The project involved the use of a diverse range of materials and construction methods which completely transformed the layout of the original home whilst maintaining its heritage character.

This project was judged the winner of the 2016 HIA ACT/Southern NSW Region Renovation / Addition Project $500,001 to $650,000.

This project was awarded the Judge's Commendation of the 2016 MBA ACT & CBUS Awards, Best Remodelling Project more than $450,000.

Large open plan living, polished floor boards and modern kitchen.

Holder – Govett Place

Award winning townhouse renovation

Chapman Built carried out a major renovation to a town residence in Holder to create an open living space with a modern kitchen and laundry and improved access to the rear courtyard.

Internal walls separating Kitchen, Dining and Living were removed. A structural steel beam was installed above a new energy efficient double glazed sliding door and fixed window. This allowed natural light to flow from front to back of the home.

New joinery was installed with a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that used vinyl wrapped handle-less doors to create a seamless and modern look. The dark colours of the Kitchen benchtop are mimicked by a feature bulkhead that runs the entire width of the space. The dark rust-effect paint appears to match the drop of the waterfall edge on the bench with great effect. Additional joinery was installed either side of a fire place to integrate the Kitchen and Living spaces. The Living Room joinery uses timber on the benchtops to match that used in the floor.

Extra wide, 180mm, Sydney blue gum solid timber flooring was installed throughout the living areas to give a sense of warmth to the space. Other features include matching stone splashbacks, under-mount kitchen sink, pendant lighting, bright red entry door and a commercial-style cavity sliding door for the Laundry that uses a full height custom door.

This project represents the result of redefining the space within to create a modern, light and spacious place to call home.

This project was awarded the winner of the 2015 MBA ACT Awards, Best Remodelling Project less than $150,000.

Ex-government home with modern, angular extension.

Curtin – Holman Street

Energy efficient extension with a natural touch

This ex-government home was completely transformed and extended to create an environmentally friendly and modern family residence. A striking skillion roof was used on the extension, with raking ceilings to allow sunlight to enter in the winter months and warm the burnished concrete floor. Quality double glazed windows and insulation to floors, walls and ceilings dramatically improved the thermal comfort of this home throughout the year. Bespoke joinery with ash veneer finishes is a highlight, and contrasts beautifully with the recycled blackbutt flooring, cedar windows, and ash trims to provide a natural feel.

Modern open plan kitchen and dining area.

Garran – Gilmore Crescent

Contemporary extension to ex-government home

Chapman Built carried out a major extension and renovation to this 1960’s three-bedroom home. A large open-plan kitchen, dining and living area was created. The kitchen features generous amounts of storage and bench space including a hidden butler’s pantry that incorporates the laundry. Outdoor entertaining is an ease with the large deck with pergola leading straight out from the dining area. The main bedroom addition includes a large walk-in-robe and ensuite. Double glazed windows and floor, wall and ceiling insulation all combine to improve the energy efficiency and thermal comfort of the home bringing it into the 21st century.

Mawson – Shackleton Crescent

Designer bathroom transformation

The bathroom, powder room and ensuite of this full-brick family home in Mawson were completely overhauled to create contemporary spaces with minimalist style. The main bathroom features matching floor and wall tiles that show off the free-standing bath located in ‘wet-room’ of the shower. The ensuite features a contrasting tile selection with an enclosed shower. Showers both use frameless shower screens and all rooms boast wall-mounted vanities and undertile heating for that touch of luxury.

Yarralumla – Brown Street

Double ensuite makeover

Chapman Built completely renovated two upstair ensuites in this large family home in Yarralumla. Floor to ceiling tiles with contrasting textured patterns are a feature of the main ensuite, which also boasts a double shower and custom made vanity unit with stone bench and under-slung sinks. The second ensuite has been finished in a modern minimalist theme with a feature tile contrasting with the contemporary wall-mount vanity. Under-tile heating features in both rooms.

Renovated red brick home with landscaped outdoor areas

Griffith – Meehan Gardens

Classic Canberra-Red extension

This classic style double brick Griffith home was extended and given a major makeover. The lounge and dining rooms were extended to complement the existing home. Three double glazed French doors provide the Dining Room with light and access to the rear yard whilst a dramatic full width bi-fold door was installed to the Lounge. The existing windows were replaced with energy efficient timber framed double glazed windows throughout. Spotted gum solid timber flooring was installed to all living areas.

This project was judged as finalist of the 2013 HIA-CSR ACT/Southern NSW Housing Awards, Best Renovation/Addition Project $200,001 to $350,000.

Kitchen area with great contrasting black doorways on white decor.

Hackett – Grayson Street

Townhouse complete renovation

Chapman Built performed a renovation of this original Hackett separate title townhouse that included internal wall modifications, new Kitchen, Laundry, Bathroom and Ensuite. The kitchen was opened up to the living space to allow for more interaction and the ingress of natural light. It features manufactured stone benchtops with circular sinks and vinyl wrapped doors. The fresh neutral colour tones combine with the existing timber windows and rejuvenated timber flooring to create a contemporary yet warm feel.

Indoor / outdoor entertaining area with island bench and wooden stools

Dickson – Hawdon Street

Duplex designer transformation

This Canberra duplex was completely renovated throughout the ground floor to transform the home into a modern and chic space. Structural steelwork was installed to completely open up the Kitchen, Dining and Living areas which created a bright and airy feel. The new kitchen was relocated to provide direct access to the new merbau timber deck at the rear. New custom made joinery was installed to the Kitchen, Living, new Study and Laundry to maximise storage and functionality. The kitchen features soft closing drawers and doors, double drawer dish washer and a central island bench with waterfall ends. All ground floor windows were replaced with energy efficient double glazed timber framed windows. The update included new lighting and bamboo flooring to the living areas. The façade of the home was given a modern update with the addition of a timber pergola, paving and a funky new opening to the porch wall.

This project was judged as finalist of the 2014 HIA-CSR ACT/Southern NSW Housing Awards, Best Renovation/Addition Project up to $200,000.

Campbell – Patey Street

Extension and kitchen renovation

This project involved the extension of the existing double brick home towards the rear, with new bifold doors opening onto the deck. The new kitchen included manufactured stone benchtops with waterfall island bench, soft closers and handle-less drawers and overhead cupboards. Custom glass splashbacks and LED lighting was installed. The laundry was incorporated with a descreet roller shutter. The project also included new hardwood timber flooring throughout all living areas.

This project was awarded the winner of the 2012 HIA-CSR ACT/Southern NSW Housing Awards, Best Renovation/Addition Project up to $200,000.

Kitchen with island bench containing sink and sunny outlook through windows.

Ainslie – Ebden Street

Eco–extension to heritage house

This character home was extended to the side and rear of the block to take advantage of the northerly aspect. The extension consisted of a new bedroom and ensuite added to the side of house and was constructed as to appear part of the original house, plus new living areas were addded to the rear. The living areas use a concrete slab with efficient hydronic heating. All new windows use energy efficient double glazing. High R–rating insulation was installed in walls, ceilings and floors. A new efficient evacuated tube solar hot water system was also installed.

Isaacs – Broinowski Place

Kitchen and dining rejuvenation

This is the second extension project that Chapman Built has carried out for this client. This extension project created a dramatic new kitchen and dining space to this family home. The kitchen features 30mm stone benchtops with a large island bench acting as a family hub. Abundant efficient storage space is provided from the overhead cupboard and underbench drawers. Multiple food preparation areas are possible with the use of separate sinks, with double ovens and induction cooking options. The splashback uses a combination of manufactured stone and glass. The energy efficiency of the space was maximised with all new windows using double glazing and additional wall and ceiling insulation installed.

This project was judged as finalist of the 2013 HIA-CSR ACT/Southern NSW Housing Awards, Best Renovation/Addition Project up to $200,000

Outdoor patio with landscaped surrounds and wooden outdoor dining table and chairs.

Campbell – Blamey Street

Renovation and refurbishment

The project involved extending and completely renovating the entire home including a dining room extension, new kitchen, new outdoor entertaining deck, new ensuite, landscaping and completely reconfiguring of the upstairs floor plan.

Front hof house, entrance with large, modern front door.

Fisher – Bingara Place

Extension and new build

This project involved extending a three bedroom one bathroom home and building a brand new three bedroom ensuite home at the rear. The front house was converted into a modern and contemporary home with three bedrooms and study, plus walk–in–robe and ensuite. The rear home included 2.7 metre ceilings, solar passive design and a roofed alfresco area. The interiors of both residences were professionally designed including custom kitchen and laundry joinery with waterfall stone benchtops. The front house received a major makeover including new bathroom, carpets, decking and landscaping.

Downer – Padbury Street

Bathroom and kitchen make-over

The existing bathroom and laundry rooms were each transformed into modern and attractive rooms with the addition of custom made joinery with manufactured stone benchtops. The main bathroom was combined with the WC and a new window installed above the new bath. The rooms were professionally designed with stylish tile and accessory selections chosen to complement each space.

The client requested the services of Chapman Built for a second renovation that involved the removal of internal walls and the installation of professionally designed and custom made joinery to the kitchen. Features included vinyl wrapped soft-closing doors and drawers and 40mm stone to the island bench.

Upstairs extension exterior with energy efficient window fittings.

Campbell – Ryrie Street

Energy efficiency

This renovation project involved increasing the energy efficiency and usability of the original and architecturally designed Campbell home. The existing single glazed windows with poor sealing qualities were replaced with high efficiency double glazed aluminium windows. The high level windows that were once difficult to open were given electric opening mechanisms which Chapman Built adapted to suit the specific openings of the windows and challenging architectural features of the house. The end result is windows with a ‘factory’ appearance that compliment the original architectural intent yet also exhibit excellent energy performance and user friendly operation. A new shower room was installed to make better use of a wasted cupboard room, and the rest of the home was given a makeover with new paint and a stylish new entry hall handrail.

Majura Park – Shop Fitout

Commercial space renovation

This project was a shop fitout carried out within the Majura Park complex to accommodate a new store. The one month timeframe was part of the challenge to create a space that included a new coolroom, plus associated electrical, security and plumbing services. Custom made joinery, timber and aluminium facade materials were installed together with effective lighting to create a fresh and welcoming space. The communication between Chapman Built and the head contractor, it’s associated trades and Chapman Built subcontractors was paramount to the successful outcome of achieving the completed project within the required schedule.

Curtin – Macalister Street

Bathroom renovation and deck

This project involved a complete bathroom renovation with relocation of internal walls to create a more open and spacious layout. The front entry was also upgraded to include new entry stair to a deck with ‘waterfall’ effect, and new timber pergola.

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