This Toowoomba residential project extends an existing garage to house a growing collection of specialised telescopes and a private gym. The design sits harmoniously within its setting adjoining the existing garage and house and responds to the adjoining vernacular.

The designs uses simple forms, lightweight materials and similar details to fit with the surrounding context.

The design provides a space to safely store the valuable telescopes and is designed to allow their manoeuvrability even with their bulky weight.

Materials and detailing are kept consistent with the existing building so the extension reads as a natural addition rather than a separate structure.

The result is a practical, well-resolved extension that sits comfortably within the site and supports the client’s specific needs without overcomplicating the design.