This midcentury Pan Pacific home restoration in Hamlyn Heights showcases how timeless design can be revitalized for modern living. Originally designed by architect Nino Sydney in the 1960s, this home was based on the ‘Pan Pacific’ lend lease model and has now been lovingly brought back to life by STUDIO 101 Architects.
The standout design elements of the house included the elongated gable roof form and the combination of external materials such as face brickwork, stone feature walls, and breezeway blocks. Inside, the spatial flow was enhanced by floor-to-ceiling glazing, a sunken lounge with an open fire, raking ceilings with expressed timber beams, and a free-flowing plan centered around the kitchen.
With developers showing interest in the property, the home was in desperate need of some tender loving care. In 2012, it found new owners – Peter and Belinda Woolard of STUDIO 101 Architects. Over time, they sensitively restored and transformed the home, breathing new life into it. The interiors were adorned with vintage furniture from the owners’ private collection, ensuring the house was enhanced for contemporary living while still retaining its timeless charm. Now, after meticulous restoration, the home stands ready to faithfully serve for another sixty years.
Photos by BWRM Geelong
