Sutton Forest Arts & Crafts
Architecture Residential Sutton Forest, New South Wales, Australia
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1. Driveway Pines line the long gravel driveway 4854 px 7278 px 49 MB A3 print |
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2. Entrance Century old pines flank the entrance gates 4692 px 7034 px 42 MB A3 print |
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3. Highfield Constructed in 1901, 'Highfield' is a two-storey Arts and Crafts building finished in tuck-pointed brick, terracotta shingles and slate tiles. From the entrance gates, subtle updates to the building include an improved bay under a curved shingle roof with enlarged windows, a raised lawn and terrace to the east and a new walled garden to the west. 5002 px 7500 px 43 MB A3 print |
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4. Highfield Constructed in 1901, 'Highfield' is a two-storey Arts and Crafts building finished in tuck-pointed brick, terracotta shingles and slate tiles. From the entrance gates, subtle updates to the building include an improved bay under a curved shingle roof with enlarged windows, a raised lawn and terrace to the east and a new walled garden to the west. 7625 px 5086 px 43 MB A3 print |
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5. Highfield Principal facade to the east, with a raised lawn and terrace to the accessed through french doors 4936 px 7400 px 48 MB A3 print |
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6. Highfield Principal facade to the east, with a raised lawn and terrace to the accessed through french doors 4882 px 7320 px 50 MB A3 print |
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7. Highfield Principal facade to the east, with a raised lawn and terrace to the accessed through french doors 7360 px 4909 px 51 MB A3 print |
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8. Highfield entry Constructed in 1901, 'Highfield' is a two-storey Arts and Crafts building finished in tuck-pointed brick, terracotta shingles and slate tiles. Original entry portico with elaborate stained glass windows. 5181 px 7768 px 33 MB A3 print |
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9. Highfield Constructed in 1901, 'Highfield' is a two-storey Arts and Crafts building finished in tuck-pointed brick, terracotta shingles and slate tiles. Original entry portico with elaborate stained glass windows. 5028 px 7539 px 29 MB A3 print |
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10. Entry Original entry portico with elaborate stained glass windows. 5165 px 7743 px 31 MB A3 print |
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11. Formal living room With a new paint scheme, refreshed floors, enlarged bay windows and new access through to the drawing room, this room is flooded with light, with views to the garden and valley beyond 5302 px 7948 px 26 MB A3 print |
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12. Formal living room and bay window With a new paint scheme, refreshed floors, enlarged bay windows and new access through to the drawing room, this room is flooded with light, with views to the garden and valley beyond 7801 px 5204 px 28 MB A3 print |
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13. Formal living room and bay window With a new paint scheme, refreshed floors, enlarged bay windows and new access through to the drawing room, this room is flooded with light, with views to the garden and valley beyond 4931 px 7392 px 23 MB A3 print |
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14. Enfilade From the formal living room, new and enlarged openings between rooms form an enfilade to connect the formal living room, drawing room and new kitchen. 5290 px 7931 px 21 MB A3 print |
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15. Drawing room New french doors in the bay window allow access to a new terrace and lawn to the east. 7970 px 5316 px 25 MB A3 print |
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16. Kitchen The kitchen was relocated to a former dining room. With new and enlarged openings to the drawing room and to the new wing, the kitchen forms the nexus between new and old, and has axial views through the building and to the surrounding gardens. 4704 px 7052 px 16 MB A3 print |
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17. Kitchen Bay window seat receives morning light and has views to the valley below 5005 px 7503 px 21 MB A3 print |
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18. Kitchen Bay window seat receives morning light and has views to the valley below 5114 px 7667 px 25 MB A3 print |
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19. Kitchen The kitchen was relocated to a former dining room. With new and enlarged openings to the drawing room and to the new wing, the kitchen forms the nexus between new and old, and has axial views through the building and to the surrounding gardens. 7965 px 5313 px 27 MB A3 print |
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20. New wing New living wing under soaring cathedral ceiling with picture windows to frame views 5004 px 7502 px 20 MB A3 print |
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21. New wing New living wing under soaring cathedral ceiling with picture windows to frame views. This window takes in views of a crabapple and billiards hall constructed by previous owners. 4885 px 7324 px 22 MB A3 print |
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22. New wing New living wing under soaring cathedral ceiling with picture windows to frame views. The north-west corner of the room features full height bifolds which open to the walled garden. 5116 px 7670 px 23 MB A3 print |
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23. New wing New living wing under soaring cathedral ceiling with picture windows to frame views. This window takes in views of an old oak tree and 'contemplation garden' created by previous owners. 5042 px 7559 px 26 MB A3 print |
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24. New wing The new wing is located in the space once occupied by servant's quarters. The form and materials of the new wing reference the historic building, in proportion, geometry and colour, with new textures and contemporary detailing to delineate old from new. The new roof lantern affords year-round ambient light and ventilation to the space. 5098 px 7643 px 32 MB A3 print |
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25. New wing Slate tiles become slate coloured standing seam. 4937 px 7402 px 34 MB A3 print |
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26. Kitchenette New kitchenette in self-contained studio 5269 px 7899 px 26 MB A3 print |
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27. Kitchenette New kitchenette in self-contained studio. Soft blue-grey joinery complement the veined Carrara marble and aged brass fittings. 5326 px 7985 px 26 MB A3 print |
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28. Existing stair Original oriel window 4738 px 7104 px 18 MB A3 print |
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29. Existing stair 5443 px 8160 px 24 MB A3 print |
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30. Existing stair 5443 px 8160 px 20 MB A3 print |
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32. Hallway Details 5042 px 7560 px 16 MB A3 print |
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33. Hallway Hallway details 5398 px 8093 px 22 MB A3 print |
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34. Master bedroom Leadlight windows frame views into the garden and down the valley 7099 px 4735 px 20 MB A3 print |
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35. Master bedroom Original fireplace surrounds were retained and a new discreet opening leads to the ensuite 5206 px 7806 px 24 MB A3 print |
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36. Master ensuite William Morris wallpaper and antique sideboard in the bathroom. Carrara marble throughout. 4664 px 6992 px 22 MB A3 print |
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37. Master ensuite Custom timber vanity and mirrored cabinets complement the William Morris wallpaper, antique sideboard and Carrara marble. 5464 px 8192 px 23 MB A3 print |
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38. Master ensuite Custom timber vanity and mirrored cabinets complement the William Morris wallpaper, antique sideboard and Carrara marble. 5464 px 8192 px 22 MB A3 print |
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39. Guest room 7881 px 5257 px 25 MB A3 print |
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40. Guest room Leadlight windows frame views down to the valley. A new paint finish has vastly improved the brightness of the first floor rooms. 5378 px 8063 px 29 MB A3 print |
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41. Guest bathroom A clawfoot bath found on the property was restored by the owners and now sits proudly in a guest bathroom 5325 px 7984 px 22 MB A3 print |
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42. Guest bathroom A clawfoot bath found on the property was restored by the owners and now sits proudly in a guest bathroom 5329 px 7989 px 27 MB A3 print |
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43. Guest bathroom Custom timber sideboard in the guest bathroom with carrara marble, freestanding clawfoot bath and original timber ceiling. 5452 px 8174 px 27 MB A3 print |
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44. Walled garden A view from the first floor window takes in the new walled garden to the north-west defined by the original house to the right and new wing to the left. Lychgates in the corbelled brick walls allow views of the landscape beyond. 5197 px 7792 px 34 MB A3 print |
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45. Walled garden A view from the first floor window takes in the new walled garden to the north-west defined by the original house to the right and new wing to the left. Lychgates in the corbelled brick walls allow views of the landscape beyond. 7995 px 5333 px 37 MB A3 print |
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46. Driveway 4787 px 7176 px 51 MB A3 print |
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47. Aerial view from south west The new 'west wing' takes an L-shaped form to expand the footprint of the original servants quarters. The proportions and materials of the new wing reference the original house. 4000 px 2250 px 7 MB Print - Low res only |
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48. Aerial view from north-west 4000 px 2250 px 7 MB Print - Low res only |
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49. Courtyard view from north-west through corner window 4000 px 2250 px 6 MB Print - Low res only |
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50. Principal (north) elevation Original house and modified bay window in the foreground, with the new west-wing visible beyond. 2395 px 1398 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
Description
'Highfield', a Federation Arts and Crafts dwelling in Sutton Forest was sensitively and thoroughly restored in a collaboration between Howard Tanner Architect, Sidney Rofe Architects and Studio Dewar. Whilst respecting the history of the beautiful dwelling, a new enfilade was created to improve the interconnection of rooms, and subtle enhancements to windows served infuse the spaces with natural light and enhance the outlook from each room.
A new, light filled wing, punctuated with floor to ceiling glazing and topped by a roof lantern within a soaring cathedral ceiling, provides a bright, expansive space for living. This new space is protected by a walled garden which wraps the building to the north and west, providing year-round comfort in the Southern Highlands climate.
New materials references the historic building whilst remaining distinct. Terracotta shingles on the first floor are represented by new, terracotta hued brickwork with matching mortar. A charcoal standing seam roof allies with existing slate tiles.
The reconfiguration of spaces has opened up the whole of the house to daily use, enabled a closer connection with the outdoors and prepared this beautiful home for another century.
Questions and Answers
What was the brief?
We were tasked with improving the usability and amenity of the existing dwelling, a heritage listed Federation Arts & Crafts building with 1990s additions. The existing rooms were dark and disconnected, and the low windows under a hipped verandah roof curtail views and light. The design was to respond to the particular microclimate of the Southern Highlands, with strong winds owing to a hilltop location, and magnificent views down the valley.
Spaces were opened up between the east facing rooms to encourage views both within the building and down the valley. Removal or alteration of later, poorly configured additions enabled the introduction of a new living wing, and connection to a new internal garage and informal entry. Along with a new paint scheme, expansive new picture windows and sensitive adjustment to existing apertures, we achieved better configuration of spaces and encouraged light and ventilation into the rooms.
Details
| Project size | 594 m2 |
| Completion date | 2021 |
| Building levels | 2 |
