St Georges Residential Alterations & Additions

Maximising site potential: A modern, green-roof addition in St Georges.

How do you adapt a family home for growing teenagers while elevating its thermal performance and outdoor lifestyle? This unbuilt concept for a premium site in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs is a masterclass in smart spatial zoning, passive solar design, and biophilic architecture.

The Highlights:

The Teen Retreat: I reimagined the existing garage as a dedicated teen retreat and games room, stepping directly out to a private outdoor fire pit area for the kids.

The Adult Sanctuary: On the main living side, a large, lily-filled pond creates a tranquil backdrop for the living areas, beautifully paired with an outdoor fireplace for the adults.

The Living Roof: An off-form concrete green roof provides exceptional thermal efficiency for the extension, while creating a lush, leafy outlook from the first-floor bedrooms.

Smart Solar: Large expanses of northern glazing and timber decking trap the low winter sun to naturally warm the heart of the home.

Down to the finest details—including a clever slatted utility enclosure off the laundry—this project bridges the gap between luxury, functionality, and sustainability.