Outstanding Renovation On 20 Year Old Home

Part of the architectural design team that had been involved in building this home 20 years previously, Mark Brown of Solutions Architecture found the request to remodel it particularly poignant. Still owned by the first homeowners, the renovation aim was better utilisation of the space to open up the home and extend the outdoor living area. This was achieved with a range of modern products, which Mark agreed made a huge difference in this renovation, compared to the product range available at the time of the original build.

The choice of balustrades was very important for Mark, as they are a focal point in the design. “They are very visual, as they are the first thing you see on the house when you drive up the driveway,” Mark explained.  Fitted on a first and second-floor deck, the glass balustrade was vital to the overall modern look and the Edgetec Infinity balustrade was chosen for its sleek and linear finish. The Infinity frameless glass balustrade hides the clamp fittings and fixings in a fully enclosed system, with matching covers, for the exact look Mark was looking for.  

Having successfully worked with HomePlus previously, Mark was pleased to work with them again on this balustrade. Mark commented, “Brendon of HomePlus Exteriors is a lateral thinker and just made the process a whole lot easier.” HomePlus suggested adding a frosted glass coating for the bottom 200mm, to hide away any deck edge detail from the installation of the floating waterproof deck which further enhanced the stunning finish.    

To further enhance the sleek finish Mark requested a Dulux Appliance White powder coat colour for the balustrade to match the home's weatherboards. This was an unusual choice for balustrades, which are often finished in dark colours, but the fabulous finished look speaks for itself. 

Thank you to Mark and Solutions Architecture for his time and help on this article.