FIGR Architecture Studio completes unique Northcote home extension

FIGR Architecture Studio has completed a unique extension for the North Cottage residence in Northcote, Victoria, Australia. Moving away from traditional box-like additions, the design utilizes a series of interconnected spaces with varying floor levels and ceiling heights to create a dynamic living environment.

The new section features a sunken living room with high sloped ceilings that echo the geometry of neighboring pitched roofs. This architectural approach allows the kitchen, dining, and living areas to feel distinct yet connected without the need for physical partitions. The design emphasizes a transition from the quieter, lower-ceilinged original part of the house to the more expansive, light-filled social areas near the garden. Materials such as Blackbutt wood, Calacatta stone, and oak flooring are used to define the interior character.