![A modern farmhouse in Australia.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-design-pitched-roof-060323-1121-01.jpg)
Atlas Architects has shared photos of a modern house on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia, that was once a brown-brick, pitched-roof farmhouse built in the 1980s.
Their clients, a semi-retired couple, wanted a one-of-a-kind family home that could also serve as a stunning wedding venue.
While it has been modernized and completely reimagined, the project named “The Seat”, is still at heart a farmhouse; it’s highly adaptable and centered around family, utilizing practical, honest materials in an elegant yet simple design.
![A modern farmhouse in Australia.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-house-060323-1120-01.jpg)
The Green Wall Courtyard
A driveway winds its way through the property arriving a the home, where visitors are greeted by a soothing charcoal palette that echoes the richness of the local loam soils.
As the existing roofline was bitsy and messy, the architects created a steel fascia pergola structure that enveloped the existing building. It also allowed for an extension of the roofline, provides privacy, and created a northern courtyard.
![A modern farmhouse with a courtyard that will become enclosed with plants over time.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-courtyard-060323-1132-01.jpg)
Over time, the plants at its base will grow, creeping up to the roofline and enhancing the home’s privacy with flora so it feels contained but never confined.
![A modern farmhouse with a courtyard that will become enclosed with plants over time.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-courtyard-060323-1132-02.jpg)
The Paved Entrance
A paved pathway leads past the courtyard and garden, and to the recessed entryway and front door.
![A paved pathway leads past the courtyard and garden, and to the recessed entryway and front door.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-entrance-060323-1128-01.jpg)
![A paved pathway leads past the courtyard and garden, and to the recessed entryway and front door.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-entrance-060323-1128-02.jpg)
The Roof Line
The pitched metal roof, which matches the rest of the house, connects the original home with the new and adds visual interest.
![A modern farmhouse with a pitched roof and bluestone crazy paving that's featured on the terrace and the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-pitched-roof-060323-1124-01.jpg)
The Terrace And The Bluestone
The architects used bluestone crazy paving to create a rawness and roughness that bring a sense of continuity from the rural surroundings. This can be seen on the terrace that runs the width of the home.
![A modern farmhouse with a pitched roof and bluestone crazy paving that's featured on the terrace and the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-terrace-060323-1134-01.jpg)
The bold, textured stone surface creates unity inside and out, between old and new, fostering an understanding that though modern and considered, this is not a precious building but a cozy, well-used home.
![A modern farmhouse with bluestone crazy paving featured on the terrace and the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-pitched-roof-terrace-060323-1124-01.jpg)
![A modern farmhouse with bluestone crazy paving featured on the terrace and the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-pitched-roof-terrace-060323-1124-02.jpg)
The Vaulted Ceiling
The lining board ceiling that follows the undulating roof line is a reference to the coastal cladding characteristic of homes in this area and accentuates the sculptural form of the old building blending with the new.
![This lining board ceiling that follows the undulating roof line is a reference to the coastal cladding characteristic of homes in this area and accentuates the sculptural form of the old building blending with the new.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-vaulted-ceiling-060323-1012-01.jpg)
The Living Room & Dining Room
The living and dining room is included in the new extension and functions as the main family room. The interior concept evolves around the idea of a contemporary country home, with the design retaining some characteristics of a farmhouse, yet it adapts to the urban family lifestyle.
![A modern living room with an abundance of bookshelves and a fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-living-room-full-wall-bookshelves-fireplace-060323-1009-01.jpg)
The stone surround fireplace is elegantly inset so it effortlessly forms part of the vast walled bookcase.
![A modern living room with an abundance of bookshelves and a fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-living-room-full-wall-bookshelves-fireplace-060323-1009-02.jpg)
![A modern living room with an abundance of bookshelves, and a dark and moody interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-living-room-full-wall-bookshelves-fireplace-060323-1009-03.jpg)
The dining area separates the living room and the kitchen, while the interior color palette is dark, muted, and calm with greys, charcoals, and bluestone.
![A modern farmhouse dining area with bluestone crazy paving flooring throughout.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-open-plan-dining-room-060323-1008-01.jpg)
This palette was chosen as it limits light reflection, creating less strain on the eyes and elevating the expansive windows, views, and natural light to center stage.
![A modern farmhouse dining area with bluestone crazy paving flooring throughout.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-open-plan-dining-room-round-table-060323-1011-01.jpg)
The Kitchen
The kitchen and pantry are practical and service-oriented, but they are also part of the social and entertaining hub.
![A modern black kitchen that's designed as a full-sized bar with a gentleman's club aesthetic.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-kitchen-060323-1004-01.jpg)
![A modern black kitchen that's designed as a full-sized bar with a gentleman's club aesthetic.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-kitchen-060323-1004-02.jpg)
Designed as a full-sized bar, this functional zone has a gentleman’s club aesthetic, accommodating family gatherings and myriad social events.
![A modern black kitchen that's designed as a full-sized bar with a gentleman's club aesthetic.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-kitchen-060323-1004-03.jpg)
![A modern black kitchen that's designed as a full-sized bar with a gentleman's club aesthetic.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-kitchen-060323-1004-04.jpg)
![A modern black kitchen that's designed as a full-sized bar with a gentleman's club aesthetic.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-kitchen-060323-1004-05.jpg)
The Hallway & Lounge Room
A hallway connects the new family room and kitchen with the entryway, as well as the bedrooms, bathrooms, and secondary living spaces, like a lounge room and rumpus room.
![A modern farmhouse with bluestone crazy paving flooring.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-hallway-060323-1117-01.jpg)
![A modern lounge room with dark walls.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-lounge-room-060323-1015-01.jpg)
The Bathrooms
In the bathrooms, large format tiles that complement the interior color palette line the walls and floors, while white freestanding bathtubs create a contrasting element.
![A modern black and grey bathroom with a white freestanding bathtub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-grey-bathroom-060323-1006-01.jpg)
![A modern black and grey bathroom with a white freestanding bathtub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-black-grey-bathroom-060323-1006-02.jpg)
Here’s a look at the various drawings and floor plan of the home, and after them there’s a video with the architects describing the project.
The Design Process
![The design process of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-design-060323-959-01.jpg)
The Site Plan
![The site plan of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-site-plan-060323-947-01.jpg)
Floor Plan
![The floor plan of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-floor-plan-060323-956-01.jpg)
East Elevation
![The east elevation diagram of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-east-elevation-060323-949-01.jpg)
North East Elevation
![The north east elevation diagram of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-north-east-elevation-060323-952-01.jpg)
North West Elevation
![The north west elevation diagram of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-north-west-elevation-060323-953-01.jpg)
South East Elevation
![The south east elevation diagram of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-south-east-elevation-060323-955-01.jpg)
Section
![The section diagram of a remodeled modern farm house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/modern-house-section-060323-954-01.jpg)
Hear what the architects have to say about this project by watching the following video.