![Studio Tom has transformed a general store in Melbourne, Australia, into a modern house for a Melbourne couple and their two young daughters. #ModernArchitecture #ModernHouseExtension](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-house-extension-151219-837-01-800x420.jpg)
Eliza Blair Architecture together with interior design firm Studio Tom, has transformed a general store in Melbourne, Australia, into a house for a Melbourne couple and their two young daughters.
The design retains much of the original construction, but also includes a new extension at the back.
![Studio Tom has transformed a general store in Melbourne, Australia, into a modern house for a Melbourne couple and their two young daughters. #HouseExtension #WhitePaintedBrick #WoodFloors](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-house-extension-wood-floor-151219-837-02-800x1200.jpg)
The new extension allowed the designers to add more light into the home. Skylights that run between the dining room and the kitchen highlight the wood cabinets.
![This modern house extension has skylights that run between the dining room and the kitchen, that also highlight the wood cabinets. #Skylights #WoodCabinets](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-wood-cabinetry-skylight-151219-838-03-800x533.jpg)
Polished concrete flooring complements the grey brick accent, while the built-in wood bench sits opposite the kitchen. White and wood cabinets, a black island, and light Carrara stone countertops have been combined to create a modern and open kitchen.
![In this modern house extension, Polished concrete flooring complements the grey brick accent, while the built-in wood bench sits opposite the kitchen. White and wood cabinets, a black island, and light Carrara stone countertops have been combined to create a modern and open kitchen. #ModernInterior #ConcreteFloors #ModernKitchen](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-built-in-seat-kitchen-151219-838-04-800x1139.jpg)
A black-framed sliding door opens the kitchen to the backyard, where a large gum tree provides shade and is the focus of the outdoor space. From this view, you can see the black louvers that hide a private balcony off the master bedroom.
![A black-framed sliding door opens this modern kitchen to the backyard, where a large gum tree provides shade and is the focus of the outdoor space. From this view, you can see the black louvers that hide a private balcony off the master bedroom. #ModernArchitecture #Louvers #ModernHouse](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-house-extension-black-slats-architecture-151219-838-05-800x1200.jpg)
Back inside, we see the master bedroom is located on the upper floor. Two simple curved floating shelves are attached to the wall and act as a bedside table.
![In this modern master bedroom, two simple curved floating shelves are attached to the wall and act as a bedside table. #ModernBedroom #BedroomDesign #MasterBedroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-master-bedroom-151219-839-06-800x1200.jpg)
The bedroom enjoys a private balcony with a bath, so that the client could live out the dream of soaking in a steamy hot bath under the canopy of the stars and the gum tree. The black slat screen allows the breeze to filter through and also acts as a privacy screen.
![This modern bedroom enjoys a private balcony with a bath, so that the home owner could live out the dream of soaking in a steamy hot bath under the canopy of the stars and the gum tree. The black slat screen allows the breeze to filter through and also acts as a privacy screen. #ModernBedroom #ModernBalcony #OutdoorBathtub](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-balcony-with-privacy-screen-and-bathtub-151219-839-07-800x1139.jpg)
In the master bathroom, simple rectangular white tiles have been installed vertically, while Signorino stone tiles cover the floor. The freestanding bathtub shares the space with the shower, and a built-in niche creates a shelf for a plant and bathroom items.
![In this modern master bathroom, simple rectangular white tiles have been installed vertically, while Signorino stone tiles cover the floor. The freestanding bathtub shares the space with the shower, and a built-in niche creates a shelf for a plant and bathroom items. #ModernBathroom #BathroomDesign](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-master-bathroom-bathtub-151219-840-08-800x1200.jpg)
In one of the children’s bedrooms, the original brick wall becomes the backdrop for a homework station.
![In this modern kid's bedroom, the original brick wall becomes the backdrop for a homework station. #ModernKidsBedroom #HomeworkStation](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-kids-bedroom-with-homework-station-151219-840-09-800x1200.jpg)
In another bathroom, simple grey square tiles cover the wall, while the wood vanity is topped with a white countertop that seamlessly flows into the sink.
![In this modern bathroom, simple grey square tiles cover the wall, while the wood vanity is topped with a white countertop that seamlessly flows into the sink. #ModernBathroom #LightGreyBathroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/modern-wood-and-white-bathroom-151219-840-10-800x1200.jpg)