This mid-century residence by Northern Edge Studio is shaped by a clear respect for what was already there. The project, known as Atkinson Green, began with clients who understood the value of the house and wanted to improve it without losing its original character. The renovation works through continuity, keeping the architecture’s spirit intact while making the home more functional for daily life.
The main changes focus on the kitchen, pantry, and laundry. These spaces have been reworked to support the way the house is used today, while remaining visually tied to the original structure. The new kitchen sits within a broader material language that connects old and new, avoiding contrast for its own sake. Instead, each intervention is measured, allowing the house to feel more resolved without appearing heavily altered.
Slate flooring plays a central role in the project. Existing slate in the living and dining areas was carefully matched and extended into the kitchen and bedrooms, creating a continuous surface across the plan. This move helps unify the renovation, allowing new construction to sit naturally beside the original fabric. The floor anchors the house, carrying the mid-century character through each room.
The material palette builds from this foundation. Australian Blackbutt timber cladding introduces warmth and texture, working as a natural variation on mid-century color blocking. It is paired with walnut finishes that reference the period without making the interiors feel fixed in time. Subtle color accents are used with restraint, supporting the original design language while giving the house a renewed sense of depth.
Original features remain important throughout. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the interiors and draw attention to the house’s key elements, including the slate floor and grooved ceiling. These details give the spaces their rhythm and help reinforce the relationship between structure, material, and light. Rather than competing with them, the new work allows these qualities to become more visible.
