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Futureproof A new extension equips this charming 1930s bungalow for modern family living ith their elegant detailing and sense of history, heritage homes can be rich with charm — but are not necessarily best equipped for modern living. This tiny detail would not deter Anita, who came into this 1930s California bungalow with a clear vision for its future, while still respecting its past. THE ART OF PLANNING Searching for a new home for her family, Anita was driven by a mix of practicality and instinct. "| had a checklist. It had to be a certain size, a certain location and have good bones. And | had a gut feeling. | knew when | walked in. | knew what | wanted: Some products ore not available ot oll Bunnine open-plan, with a high and raked ceiling," she explains. Undeniably charming from the front, the home had the potential to accommodate an open, light-filled extension to cater to the indoor-outdoor lifestyle of a modern family. PRACTICAL MAGIC This clear-eyed and workable approach extended to Anita's choice of cladding. She loved Hardie” Exterior Cladding Solutions, and in particular, the wide board profile of Hardie” Stria™ Cladding. Anita knew it was tough enough to take this home into the future. “I've used it before on my last home, which was tores, but may be ordered. right on the coast and gets battered by nature. So | knew it was durable,” she says. Stria” Cladding was also a perfect fit for the design Anita envisioned. “My familiarity and experience with Stria™ Cladding really informed how the design would come about,” she explains. "| was able to achieve the angles and shapes | wanted for the whole back extension.” Without being limited by the durability issues of timber or the weight worries of masonry, Anita and architect Lyndal Williams of My Architect could get exactly the result Anita wanted. Plus, the cladding's aesthetic gave the design a point of difference.
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