Bicheno House

Residential

Bicheno house

An extension to a 1930’s fisherman’s cottage in Bicheno on Tasmania's East Coast.

The original weatherboard home was originally crafted to be cosy and confined, seemingly impervious to the unique vista overlooking Waubs Bay.

Our design sought to celebrate the view across Waubs Bay, whilst retaining the cottage's original charm. Working within a modest budget, we were presented with a number of unusual challenges, such as penguin proofing the exterior to preserve the integrity of the local colony and working in a regional town through Tasmanian border closures.

The form of the addition seeks to continue the tradition of shed architecture found up and down the east coast of Tasmania. The simple gable form is joined to the original shack via a low glazed link to clearly delineate between old and new. The flexible floor plan allows for inter-generational holidays.

Photography: Adam Gibson


Kitchen with vertical‑grain timber cabinetry, built‑in oven, and island bench, illuminated by natural light casting shadows across the timber floor.
Rustic dining area with timber table and benches, woven table décor, and sheer curtains filtering natural light under exposed white ceiling beams.
Bright open‑plan kitchen and dining area with vaulted white‑beam ceiling, timber finishes, and large glass doors opening to a deck and coastal landscape.
Timber deck outdoor lounge featuring a cushioned sofa, woven rug, and white slatted wall filtering sunlight, set against lush greenery.
Contemporary gable‑roof house with timber deck and large sliding glass doors, lit by soft afternoon sun and set among coastal vegetation.
Covered outdoor patio with white metal frame, timber deck, and sheer curtains, opening onto a green lawn and surrounding trees.
Modern gable‑roof house with timber steps, sliding glass doors, and a bench on the deck, overlooking a green lawn and trees.