George Kouparitsas was recently interviewed by Get It LIVING magazine for their ‘Ask an Architect’ column, where he shared advice on how to generate greater return on your investment when renovating.
Read MoreThe art of transforming a mid-century home into a modern masterpiece
As their name suggests, mid-century homes are not young starlets, having been constructed between 1945 and 1975. And while this style of abode may have fallen out of favour over the years, the clever use of open-plan rooms and seamless indoor/outdoor transitions have put the homes back in favour with well-heeled architectural aficionados. Architect George Kouparitsas says we’re seeing a resurgence of renovations on the Gold Coast aimed at injecting new life into these old homes by evoking the laid back luxury of the golden years of Palm Springs or the heady lifestyle brought to life in Mad Men.
Read MoreUnder construction - Frederick Street, Alderley
Sharing a work in progress - a development currently underway in Alderley for four townhouses on a 478sqm block. Definitely an efficient use of space! The design of these townhouses was inspired by the clean lines of a Queenslander - to fit with the aesthetics of the street which features a number of character homes.
Read MoreBefore and after - mid-century bungalow renovation
5 tips for renovating a Queenslander
Living in Brisbane, one of the most common enquiries I receive is how to renovate Queenslander cottage homes. While each house has its own nuances and opportunities, here are a handful of tips I find are valuable across most projects. To demonstrate these points in action, I've also included images and a case study of the renovation of a 1920s Queenslander cottage in Albion we designed.
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