{"id":2961,"date":"2023-04-19T02:44:17","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T02:44:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pwa.com.au\/1wp\/?post_type=portfolio&p=2961"},"modified":"2025-06-26T06:33:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T06:33:58","slug":"workers-cottage-renovation-leichhardt","status":"publish","type":"portfolio","link":"https:\/\/pwa.com.au\/1wp\/portfolio\/workers-cottage-renovation-leichhardt\/","title":{"rendered":"Leichhardt Cottage Renewal- Sustainable Worker’s Cottage Renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"

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      \nIt’s truly amazing.“” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23209daa” google_fonts=”font_family:Noto%20Serif%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20italic%3A400%3Aitalic”][vc_custom_heading text=”- from the Owner, David” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23209daa” google_fonts=”font_family:Noto%20Serif%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20italic%3A400%3Aitalic”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

      Leichhardt Cottage Renewal \u2013 Charming Worker\u2019s Cottage Reimagined<\/h2>\n

      Located in the heart of Sydney\u2019s Italian community, David and Vinita\u2019s small worker\u2019s cottage needed a fresh start. Although structurally sound, the original weatherboard home suffered minor termite and water damage. Moreover, poorly planned rear additions created cramped and uncomfortable spaces.<\/p>\n

      While the cottage isn\u2019t heritage-listed or in a conservation area, it holds historical treasures. For example, original stained glass windows, ornate ceilings, and doors remain intact. The design team carefully preserved and reused these features to maintain the home\u2019s charming character consistent with the neighborhood.<\/p>\n

      A Modern Addition Filled with Light and Air<\/h3>\n

      David and Vinita decided to keep the original timber cottage and add a contemporary extension filled with natural light and fresh air. This approach transformed the house into a peaceful retreat from their busy professional lives.<\/p>\n

      By taking advantage of the sloping site, PWA designed a two-storey addition behind the cottage. This new space includes an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area directly connected to the garden. Additionally, the skillion roof and dormer window cleverly conceal the second storey, which houses a master suite with high ceilings and a balcony overlooking treetops and rooftops.<\/p>\n

      Redesigned Entry and Thoughtful Layout<\/h3>\n

      The team relocated the front entrance to the side of the cottage, creating two private rooms in the original space without the need for a corridor. Visitors approaching the new entrance first see a landscaped central courtyard. Through large glass doors, they catch a glimpse of the modern living area and garden beyond.<\/p>\n

      Inside, stairs on one side lead down to the living room, while the other side leads up to the master suite. Overhead glass windows flood natural light into the usually dark, central part of the house. Moreover, this space showcases the restored stained glass, ornate timber work, and original doors.<\/p>\n

      Sustainability at the Core<\/h3>\n

      David\u2019s passion for sustainability shaped the project. The team recycled much from the existing cottage and used low embodied energy materials. As a result, the passive solar design keeps the home comfortable year-round, reducing energy needs.<\/p>\n

      Furthermore, photovoltaic panels and a Tesla battery supply most of the home\u2019s power when required. Rainwater collection provides irrigation for the garden. Thanks to these innovative sustainable materials and technologies, the cottage requires little maintenance and has a low environmental footprint.<\/p>\n

      A Timeless Renewal<\/h3>\n

      This project exemplifies the art of reuse and adaptation. By blending old and new, PWA\u2019s \u201cwork with what you\u2019ve got\u201d philosophy gives this charming worker\u2019s cottage a fresh chapter\u2014one that will last for at least another fifty years.<\/p>\n

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      [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Leichhardt Cottage Renewal” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”A new lease on life for a small worker’s cottage.” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”“……how grateful we are for all that PWA and Maincorp have done for getting our house to be so wonderful. It’s truly amazing.“” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23209daa” google_fonts=”font_family:Noto%20Serif%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20italic%3A400%3Aitalic”][vc_custom_heading text=”- from the Owner, David” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23209daa” google_fonts=”font_family:Noto%20Serif%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20italic%3A400%3Aitalic”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text] Leichhardt Cottage…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":3004,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"portfolio_category":[214],"portfolio_tag":[],"class_list":["post-2961","portfolio","type-portfolio","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","portfolio_category-projects"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nLeichhardt Cottage Renewal- Sustainable Worker's Cottage Renovation - Peter Willett Associates<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A sustainable worker\u2019s cottage renovation in Leichhardt blending heritage charm with modern living spaces full of natural light and eco-friendly design.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/pwa.com.au\/1wp\/portfolio\/workers-cottage-renovation-leichhardt\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Leichhardt Cottage Renewal- Sustainable Worker's Cottage Renovation - 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