![A modern wood and white kitchen with a floating shelf includes an island with built-in seating for the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-island-with-seating-101023-757-01.jpg)
C. Kairouz Architects has shared photos of a renovation and extension project they designed for a home in Melbourne, Australia.
One of the design details in the new extension is the kitchen island that doubles as seating for the dining area.
![A modern wood and white kitchen with a floating shelf includes an island with built-in seating for the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-built-in-dining-area-seating-island-101023-811-01.jpg)
![A modern wood and white kitchen with a floating shelf includes an island with built-in seating for the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-built-in-dining-area-seating-island-101023-811-02.jpg)
The design of the kitchen island has a carved-out curved section that includes a padded cushion, allowing it to act as seating for the dining table.
![A modern wood and white kitchen with a floating shelf includes an island with built-in seating for the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-built-in-dining-area-seating-island-101023-811-03.jpg)
![A modern wood and white kitchen with a floating shelf includes an island with built-in seating for the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-built-in-dining-area-seating-island-101023-811-04.jpg)
Let’s take a look at the rest of the home…
The quaint heritage home fits in with the other homes in the neighborhood, while the new rear extension peaks out from behind.
![The quaint heritage home fits in with the other homes in the neighborhood, while the new rear extension peaks out from behind.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/australian-house-exterior-facade-101023-743-01.jpg)
![The quaint heritage home fits in with the other homes in the neighborhood, while the new rear extension peaks out from behind.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-house-extension-101023-820-01.jpg)
![The quaint heritage home fits in with the other homes in the neighborhood, while the new rear extension peaks out from behind.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/australian-house-exterior-facade-front-door-101023-743-02.jpg)
The entry hallway connects the original part of the home with the new extension.
![The entry hallway connects the original part of the home with the new extension.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/entry-hallway-101023-750-01.jpg)
The double-height rear extension has sliding glass doors that connect the living room to the yard.
![The double-height rear extension has sliding glass doors that connect the living room to the yard.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-rear-house-extension-101023-818-01.jpg)
The kitchen, which enjoys natural light from a skylight above and has wood cabinets as well as a floating shelf, is located along the wall and behind the couch.
![The kitchen, which enjoys natural light from a skylight above and has wood cabinets as well as a floating shelf, is located along the wall and behind the couch.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-design-101023-748-01.jpg)
![The kitchen, which enjoys natural light from a skylight above and has wood cabinets as well as a floating shelf, is located along the wall and behind the couch.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-101023-752-01.jpg)
Spiral stairs with a white railing and wood treads lead from the home’s main floor to the upstairs mezzanine level.
![Spiral stairs with a white railing and wood treads lead from the main floor of the home to the upstairs mezzanine level.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/spiral-stairs-101023-748-01.jpg)
The mezzanine level includes a hammock-like netting, a plywood ceiling, and a secondary living area.
![The mezzanine level includes a hammock-like netting, a plywood ceiling, and a secondary living area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/netting-detail-101023-750-01.jpg)
![The mezzanine level includes a hammock-like netting, a plywood ceiling, and a secondary living area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/netting-detail-101023-750-02.jpg)
The living room has sliding glass doors that open to a rooftop patio that’s furnished for outdoor dining.
![The living room has sliding glass doors that open to a rooftop patio, that's been furnished for outdoor dining.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/mezzanine-living-room-101012-838-01.jpg)
![The living room has sliding glass doors that open to a rooftop patio, that's been furnished for outdoor dining.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/mezzanine-living-room-101012-838-02.jpg)
In the updated bathrooms, textural Japanese tiles in a terracotta color were chosen to reflect an earthiness, while the crisp white fixtures add freshness, lightness, and a contrasting element.
![In this modern bathroom, textural Japanese tiles in a terracotta color were chosen to reflect an earthiness, while the crisp white fixtures add freshness, lightness, and a contrasting element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/primary-bathroom-design-101023-746-01.jpg)
![In this modern bathroom, textural Japanese tiles in a terracotta color were chosen to reflect an earthiness, while the crisp white fixtures add freshness, lightness, and a contrasting element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/primary-bathroom-design-101023-746-02.jpg)
![In this modern bathroom, textural Japanese tiles in a terracotta color were chosen to reflect an earthiness, while the crisp white fixtures add freshness, lightness, and a contrasting element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ensuite-bathroom-design-101023-745-01.jpg)
![In this modern bathroom, textural Japanese tiles in a terracotta color were chosen to reflect an earthiness, while the crisp white fixtures add freshness, lightness, and a contrasting element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ensuite-bathroom-design-shower-niche-101023-745-02.jpg)
Here’s a look at the elevations, section plan, and floor plan for the home.
![The elevations of a heritage home that received a new modern rear extension.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-house-elevations-101023-844-01.jpg)
![The section plan of a heritage home that received a new modern rear extension.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-house-section-101023-844-01.jpg)
![The floor plan of a heritage home that received a new modern rear extension.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-house-floor-plan-101023-844-01.jpg)
![The floor plan of a heritage home that received a new modern rear extension.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-house-floor-plan-101023-844-02.jpg)