This stylish abode was originally designed by Chancellor and Patrick, renowned architects in the 1970s. Raheen was an established brick family home in a leafy locale. The mid-century character and charm of the home was well worth conserving, so a knock-down-rebuild was not considered.
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Mid-century is an eclectic rich style of architecture, which is a distinct fusion of styles and cultural influences. Raheen is a wonderful example of the architecture of its time. The renovation involved a blend of the old and new, working with the existing low, dark and dense living spaces. This required a substantial reconfiguration to create a more open and light-filled environment.
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To harness light and to create a more expansive feeling, floor-to-ceiling windows were also added and balcony walls removed. Where possible, items were reused and repurposed.
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The kitchen was dominated by a massive brass canopy rangehood and had a maze-like layout that made navigation a challenge. This space required a dramatic transformation to improve flow and efficiency.
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As part of the design ethos, there was a need to integrate new materials that woukd work cohesively with existing ones. The pieces of the puzzle were put together in such a way as to preserve the integrity of the era while also modernising it. This was executed with diligence and precision, and then finished off with a little designer flair from the owners themselves.